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Hong Kong trade events - AED 38 million buyer package offered to Emirati businesses

Global Arab Network - - George Haddad

Monday, 23 November 2009 12:35

Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) has announced that it will be holding a number of international trade fairs in 2010, all of which hold immense potential for UAE companies interested in expanding their business or in consolidating their position in Asia. Moreover, until March next year, UAE companies will benefit from a US$10.3 million (AED38 million) buyer sponsorship package offered by the Council.

In line with this, Ms. Candy Kwan, Sales Manager of HKTDC, is on an exclusive visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to highlight Hong Kong's distinct advantages and the importance of HKTDC's upcoming trade fairs. During her stay in the UAE she is scheduled to meet several business sector entities to discuss matters of business co-operation to maximise trade potential between the UAE and Hong Kong.

The proximity of Hong Kong to the Chinese mainland presents booming business opportunities for Emirati companies. China has the 3rd largest global economy, and its total external trade surged by 17.8 per cent to US$2,561 billion (AED9, 407 billion) in 2008. Not only is Hong Kong a gateway to the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong's intrinsic geographical, economic, political and social competitiveness make it the best trade and investment destination for UAE companies.

"HKTDC organises over 30 specialised trade fairs a year, from building materials, electronics, and lighting to watches and clocks, among others. To tap into the burgeoning Chinese market, we encourage more UAE companies to take part in our fairs," added Ms. Kwan.

"HKTDC is staging several major international trade fairs in the first quarter of 2010 at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre. These fairs are of interest to UAE companies, some of which are the largest of their kind in Asia," pointed out Ms. Kwan.
Running from 11 to 14 January, HKTDC Toys & Games Fair is the largest in Asia and the second largest in the world, attracting thousands of visitors year on year. More than 110 UAE buyers visited the toy fair in 2008, marking an increase of 28 per cent. "Statistics show that toys and games are a major export from Hong Kong to the UAE. In 2008, Hong Kong exported a total of US$74 million (AED272 million) worth of toys, games and sporting goods to the UAE, up 2 per cent over 2007. We thus encourage more UAE buyers to see for themselves the quality items on display. In 2010, the toys fair will also be held concurrently with the Hong Kong International Stationery Fair and the inaugural HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair, these three fairs ensure multiple sourcing opportunities for toys, stationery, baby products and more in one place, at one time," said Ms. Kwan.

Hong Kong is an important exporter of clothing and jewellery in the world and UAE buyers are welcome to visit the trade fairs for sourcing. Asia's largestHKTDC Hong Kong Fashion Week for Fall/Winter (18-21 January) is the global business platform for fashion and garment industry players, which houses various fabrics, embroidery to ready-to-wear fashion and accessories. This fair will also be held concurrently withHKTDC World Boutique, Hong Kong showcasing a consortium of branded and well-designed apparel, accessories and lifestyle products. Besides, pearls, precious and semi-precious stones and jewellery constitute 28 per cent of all Hong Kong's export to the UAE in 2008, making theHKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show (5 to 9 March) a must-attend event for Emirati buyers.

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