Promoting Hong Kong’s service sectors AGM, Internet and Telecoms Association of Hong Kong 9 June 2006 Alan Wong Deputy Executive Director Hong Kong Trade Development Council

Internet and Telecoms Most important services segment! Staying ahead of the race Quality and Reliability Foresight and Commitment World-class infrastructure

HK Trade Development Council Creating opportunities in international trade

TDC and Services Promotion Initiated in 1996 Four key service streams Finance-related services Professional services Media & Communications Trade-related services

Evolution & Synergy Synergy with partners Sector-specific missions and roadshows Set up Advisory Committees Work with Associations and industry More segments, sharper focus

Target markets Developed European/American markets China - a strong ‘domestic’ market Emerging Asian markets + India, Middle East

The China Market(s) China moving up the value chain = opportunity for Hong Kong Biggest market for Hong Kong Headstart with CEPA III Natural demand --> Natural policy

Emerging markets China experience very useful Early foothold, better results Hong Kong is ideally located in Asia

HKTDC: Connecting you to Business Opportunities HKTDC: Connecting you to Business Opportunities Spectrum of services Hong Kong Trade Development Council

Hong Kong Trade Development Council Providing Information In person More than 40 offices worldwide, 12 in China Beijing Hong Kong Frankfurt London Tokyo New York Bangkok Mumbai

Hong Kong Trade Development Council Providing Information Online International market intelligence Unrivalled China business information Quality sourcing for buyers and suppliers

Hong Kong Trade Development Council Matching Business Partners Identifying suitable partners Online In person

Hong Kong Trade Development Council Connecting Customers Leading trade fairs in Asia

Vibrant Economy Dynamic People Ideal Location Hong Kong Advantages

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