HKTDC Bangkok

21/07/2021

Healthtech Innovations: IoT First-Mover Eyes GBA Market

Hong Kong-based Megasoft Limited is working on innovative healthcare solutions to help hospitals digitise their operations. Full story at HKTDC Research: #healthTech #GreaterBayArea https://bit.ly/3yS90MH

Under Covid-19, more and more people are increasingly aware of the positive impacts of advanced healthcare services technology. HKTDC research interviewed Matthew Man, the president of Megasoft Limited to better understand his experience in researching IoT solutions and his views on the development....

20/07/2021

Healthy habits counter COVID stress | Hong Kong Means Business

"Just like you hire a personal trainer or a life coach, working with a health coach could be the new trend." More from our interview with Hong Kong #startup @neelampurehealthhk: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALMNJ/first-person/Healthy-habits-counter-COVID-stress

This health coach’s holistic programme seeks to break the cycle of stress, poor sleep and bad diet.

19/07/2021

- HKTDC Newsbites

Near-#sourcing, multiple suppliers/sub-suppliers, buffer stock. Learn more about how to boost supply chain resilience at HKTDC NewsBites: https://bit.ly/3wtLT9e

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 period, there was plenty of talk about whether China’s title as “the world’s factory” was under threat. However, with

18/07/2021

Start-up Express 2021 Pitching Final

Missed the #StartupExpress Pitching Final? A full replay is now available, watch to learn more about our 10 winning #startups and the recipients of the My Favourite Start-up, AMTD SpiderNet and Social Impact Awards: https://youtu.be/ne_SMkgEbJQ

Start-up Express Pitching Final is now ON-AIR! Get inspired by Hong Kong tech start-up's innovative solutions and see how they disrupt the business landscape...

17/07/2021

You are cordially invited to join a webinar on 4 August (Wednesday) to learn more about how Hong Kong can be your ideal gateway in tapping the enormous business opportunities in Mainland China, particularly the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).

The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mrs Carrie Lam, will give opening remarks. Leaders from major chambers of commerce/business associations in Singapore will then have a dialogue with the Chief Executive on various topics of interest. Subsequently, there will be a panel discussion by industry players in Singapore who have expanded into Hong Kong.

Co-organised by HKETO in Singapore and Invest Hong Kong, the webinar is supported by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the Singapore Business Federation, the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry, the Association of Small & Medium Enterprises and Hong Kong Singapore Business Association.

To secure your seat early in this webinar, please register via the event link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/1016262531640/WN_c310Dqo2R96Lq1zBZfIAIA or scan the QR code in the e-poster.

Date: 4 August 2021 (Wednesday)
Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm (BKKT)
Format: Zoom

You are cordially invited to join a webinar on 4 August (Wednesday) to learn more about how Hong Kong can be your ideal gateway in tapping the enormous business opportunities in Mainland China, particularly the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).

The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mrs Carrie Lam, will give opening remarks. Leaders from major chambers of commerce/business associations in Singapore will then have a dialogue with the Chief Executive on various topics of interest. Subsequently, there will be a panel discussion by industry players in Singapore who have expanded into Hong Kong.

Co-organised by HKETO in Singapore and Invest Hong Kong, the webinar is supported by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the Singapore Business Federation, the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry, the Association of Small & Medium Enterprises and Hong Kong Singapore Business Association.

To secure your seat early in this webinar, please register via the event link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/1016262531640/WN_c310Dqo2R96Lq1zBZfIAIA or scan the QR code in the e-poster.

Date: 4 August 2021 (Wednesday)
Time: 2:00pm – 3:30pm (BKKT)
Format: Zoom

17/07/2021

Pearl open for jewellery trade | Hong Kong Means Business

The Hong Kong Int’l Jewellery and Diamond, Gem & Pearl Shows will be the first 2 physical trade fairs staged by the HKTDC since the start of the pandemic. More on our hybrid format: #HKIJS #IDGPS https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALMMK/life-style/Pearl-open-for-jewellery-trade

A treasure trove is set to open as two major international jewellery shows kick off in Hong Kong.

16/07/2021

Hong Kong Book Fair 2021: “Reading the World • Inspiring the Mind and Refreshing the Soul”

The HKTDC’s Book Fair is running this week in Hong Kong! Here's a quick video to introduce this year's theme and speaker line-up: 14-20 July #HKBookFair https://youtu.be/5Kylns8icm4

Adopting “Inspirational and Motivational Reading” as the Theme of the Year with the tagline “Reading the World • Inspiring the Mind and Refreshing the Soul”,...

15/07/2021

Ultimate Wardrobe Checklist 2021: 6 Basics Every Woman Needs To Have

6 Items for Every Woman!

Getting dressed is definitely a daily struggle for everyone, especially for women. Standing in front of your closet, thinking which outfit to pick every

15/07/2021

Finding a Reliable Manufacturer or Supplier in 2021 with HKTDC

You have a great business idea, now what? Read this guide on how to find the right suppliers/manufacturers to bring your vision to life: https://bit.ly/3hcT14g

What is a manufacturer and a supplier? Find out how to negotiate your way to find manufacturers and suppliers for your business.

14/07/2021

Customised fine artwork at your fingertips. See how Tamsin Nugent is shaking up the art world with her digital platform Red T Multiples: @Red T Group https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALM42/first-person/Innovation-for-art%E2%80%99s-sake

Customised fine artwork at your fingertips. See how Tamsin Nugent is shaking up the art world with her digital platform Red T Multiples: @Red T Group https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALM42/first-person/Innovation-for-art%E2%80%99s-sake

13/07/2021

HKTDC #StartupExpress winners will get to join activities to build connections, explore new markets, find new partners and boost brand awareness. Get to know the 2021 roster unveiled last month: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALLXC/venture-hong-kong/Start-ups-reach-out

HKTDC #StartupExpress winners will get to join activities to build connections, explore new markets, find new partners and boost brand awareness. Get to know the 2021 roster unveiled last month: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALLXC/venture-hong-kong/Start-ups-reach-out

12/07/2021

Business sentiment among companies operating in the #GreaterBayArea saw further improvement in 2Q21. The “current performance” index for business activity reached 58.7, up from 53.0 in 1Q21. More on the GBA Business Confidence Index: #GBAI @StandardChartered https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALM9X/market-spotlight/Cash-is-king-in-GBA

Business sentiment among companies operating in the #GreaterBayArea saw further improvement in 2Q21. The “current performance” index for business activity reached 58.7, up from 53.0 in 1Q21. More on the GBA Business Confidence Index: #GBAI @StandardChartered https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALM9X/market-spotlight/Cash-is-king-in-GBA

09/07/2021

In this #podcast, we explore ASEAN’s dynamic #eCommerce ecosystem, and ways to make your online shop stand out. Listen: https://bit.ly/2V83zdP

In this #podcast, we explore ASEAN’s dynamic #eCommerce ecosystem, and ways to make your online shop stand out. Listen: https://bit.ly/2V83zdP

06/07/2021

HiNounou

Seniors outnumbered children for the first time in history last year. Hong Kong-headquartered @hinounou was named a 2021 #Technology Pioneer by @worldeconomicforum for their #AI solutions to promote healthy ageing, more details: https://bit.ly/2Tk1T05

Using artificial intelligence to promote healthy ageing and intergenerational solidarity

05/07/2021

Finding a Clothing Manufacturer To Start Your Fashion Brand in 2021

Interested in starting your own #fashion label? Check out this guide on how to find the right #manufacturing partners for your business: https://bit.ly/3het6tg

Finding a clothing manufacturer to start your fashion brand in 2021 can be rough and challenging. Making your brand stick out is essential to keep up with the rising industry. Here is a list of important pointers for you to start with a clothing manufacturer.

02/07/2021

Hong Kong can be the Greater Bay Area’s San Francisco, US think tank says

"Hong Kong can connect the #GreaterBayArea with the rest of the world, much like San Francisco's role in the SF/Silicon Valley Bay Area". Read more here: @South China Morning Post @bayareacouncil https://bit.ly/3dcDoZA

Hong Kong can connect the Greater Bay Area with the rest of the world, much like San Francisco’s role in the San Francisco/Silicon Valley Bay Area.

02/07/2021

The #GoGBA one-stop platform would help Hong Kong and overseas businesses access the GBA market, said HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Patrick Lau at last month’s launch event. Full story: #GreaterBayArea https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALLFU/inside-china/Showroom-becomes-platform

The #GoGBA one-stop platform would help Hong Kong and overseas businesses access the GBA market, said HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Patrick Lau at last month’s launch event. Full story: #GreaterBayArea https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALLFU/inside-china/Showroom-becomes-platform

01/07/2021

The HKTDC and @bayareacouncil Economic Institute have published a report to identify synergies and collaboration opportunities between the #GreaterBayArea and San Francisco Bay Area. Click here to read: https://bit.ly/3d9OXko

01/07/2021

Hong Kong's exports rose 30.8% YoY in the first 4 months of 2021. Listen to our #podcast to find out more: https://bit.ly/3h1mwaI #trade

Hong Kong's exports rose 30.8% YoY in the first 4 months of 2021. Listen to our #podcast to find out more: https://bit.ly/3h1mwaI #trade

30/06/2021

Going Global : Digital Opportunities for SMEs Webinar

Going Global : Digital Opportunities for SMEs Webinar

30/06/2021

Exports bounce back | Hong Kong Means Business

“The global economic recovery is likely to be highly uneven. After taking into account a basket of factors, we decided to revise Hong Kong’s export forecast in 2021 upward from 5% to 15%" — HKTDC Director of Research Nicholas Kwan. Read more here: #trade https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALL27/venture-hong-kong/Exports-bounce-back

Confidence rallies among Hong Kong traders as pandemic recovery strengthens.

29/06/2021

Greater Bay Area firms expect orders, sales rebound: Standard Chartered

Manufacturers in the #GreaterBayArea expect to see sales rebound by an average of 5% this year, finds @Standard Chartered poll. More survey findings: @South China Morning Post https://bit.ly/3h8lB7d

Manufacturers in the Greater Bay Area expected orders and sales to broadly rebound this year, as China’s recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic gained momentum, according to a survey by Standard Chartered.

28/06/2021

Banking on GBA | Hong Kong Means Business

"We are delighted to work together with @HSBCHK to offer multi-faceted business support for companies to capture more GBA opportunities" — HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Patrick Lau.
Learn more at HKMB: #GreaterBayArea https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALKWG/market-spotlight/Banking-on-GBA

The HKTDC and HSBC link up to help SMEs expand in the fast-growing region.

25/06/2021

• Latest COVID situation in Thailand, including virus mutations and are the symptoms the same?
• What are the different vaccine technologies used in the available vaccine and what does it mean?
• What are the benefits of taking vaccine and what should people be aware of
• How should we prepare ourselves for taking vaccines, before and after?
The COVID-19 pandemic is no doubt on everyone's mind and atop the agenda for the global business community.
Thai-Hong Kong Trade Association (THKTA) would like to cordially invite you to a webinar on COVID Situation and Vaccine Technology by Dr. Achirawin Jirakamolchaisiri, Head of Bumrungrad International Hospital’s COVID-19 Vaccine Information Center.
Date: July 2nd , 2021 (Friday)
Time: 12:00-13:00 hrs (BKK Time)
Via: Microsoft Teams
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3RThA3XoADQQFIfCQ2f6fcWs2baE4LxXNPz8Jp9vmUEyy-A/viewform (Free of Charge)

• Latest COVID situation in Thailand, including virus mutations and are the symptoms the same?
• What are the different vaccine technologies used in the available vaccine and what does it mean?
• What are the benefits of taking vaccine and what should people be aware of
• How should we prepare ourselves for taking vaccines, before and after?
The COVID-19 pandemic is no doubt on everyone's mind and atop the agenda for the global business community.
Thai-Hong Kong Trade Association (THKTA) would like to cordially invite you to a webinar on COVID Situation and Vaccine Technology by Dr. Achirawin Jirakamolchaisiri, Head of Bumrungrad International Hospital’s COVID-19 Vaccine Information Center.
Date: July 2nd , 2021 (Friday)
Time: 12:00-13:00 hrs (BKK Time)
Via: Microsoft Teams
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3RThA3XoADQQFIfCQ2f6fcWs2baE4LxXNPz8Jp9vmUEyy-A/viewform (Free of Charge)

25/06/2021

Need help finding the right #electronics components? @hktdc.com Sourcing offers a quality range of integrated circuits, microchips and more. Here’s a preview: https://bit.ly/2SWsv78

Need help finding the right #electronics components? @hktdc.com Sourcing offers a quality range of integrated circuits, microchips and more. Here’s a preview: https://bit.ly/2SWsv78

23/06/2021

Avant Meats

@worldeconomicforum names Hong Kong #startup Avant Meats as one of their 2021 #Technology Pioneers. Learn more about their cell cultivation tech: #TechPioneer21 #biotech https://bit.ly/3xsQAkJ

Biotechnology for healthful, tasty meats made sustainably without animals

22/06/2021

HK ranked 7th in competitiveness

Hong Kong placed 7th in @imdbschool’s World Competitiveness Ranking 2021. More info at news.gov.hk: https://bit.ly/3gyul7g
Full list of top-performing economies: https://bit.ly/2S65ka7

Hong Kong is ranked seventh most competitive economy by the International Institute for Management Development in its World Competitiveness Yearbook 2021, compared to fifth last year.

21/06/2021

Global sustainability network for start-ups | Hong Kong Means Business

"Running a Business with #Sustainable Development Goals": full recap of our #webinar featuring Kenneth Kwok (Global Citizen Capital), Elise Van Middelem (SUGi) and Žiga Drev (Trace Labs): #SDG https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALKTJ/life-style/Global-sustainability-network-for-start-ups

Entrepreneurs in Hong Kong can join a thriving innovation ecosystem by plugging into the worldwide UpLink network.

18/06/2021

AutoMate connects car owners in Hong Kong with 250 auto shops providing everything from basic check-up to engine replacement. We spoke to Co-founder Danny Chan about the app-based platform: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALJJW/first-person/Mobile-solution-to-keep-wheels-turning

AutoMate connects car owners in Hong Kong with 250 auto shops providing everything from basic check-up to engine replacement. We spoke to Co-founder Danny Chan about the app-based platform: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALJJW/first-person/Mobile-solution-to-keep-wheels-turning

17/06/2021

East meets east for start-ups | Hong Kong Means Business

Around a quarter of the city's start-up founders come from outside Hong Kong, according to InvestHK’s 2020 survey. Read up on HK's support network for #startups, as discussed at the “Digital Week Online – Eastern Business Express, connecting Eastern Europe and Hong Kong” #webinar: https://hkmb.hktdc.com/en/1X0ALJQP/market-spotlight/East-meets-east-for-start-ups

Hong Kong start-up facilitators offer compelling reasons for entrepreneurs in Russia and eastern Europe to set themselves up in the city.

16/06/2021

Finding Verified Manufacturers or Suppliers in China During 2021

Find the right supplier for your #business needs with our in-depth guide, now available at HKTDC NewsBites: #sourcing #manufacturing https://bit.ly/3zhxtvG

How to find credible manufacturers and suppliers in China? Find out how things work in China & avoid traps.