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Hong Kong in Australia and New Zealand

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9283 3222

Address: 80 Druitt St Level 1 2000 Sydney, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 GOLDEN LION FOR HK FILM DIRECTOR Pioneering Hong Kong filmmaker Ann Hui is the first Chinese woman director to receive the coveted Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement award at the 77th Venice International Film Festival in September. In citation, Hui was lauded for being one of the best female directors in Asia and one of the key figures in the Hong Kong New Wave film movement from the late 1970s and 1980s. In a career spanning more than 40 years, she has directed mor...e than 30 films and TV series, many dealing with social issues and struggles to overcome adversity. Among her best known films are Boat People (1982), Song of the Exile (1990), Summer Snow (1995), Ordinary Heroes (1999) and A Simple Life (2011). https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202007/21/P2020072100336.htm https://www.labiennale.org//ann-hui-and-tilda-swinton-gold #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #AnnHui #ArtandCulture #labiennale #GoldenLion La Biennale di Venezia

24.01.2022 STAY SAFE WITH TOUCHLESS LIFT PANELS To touch or not to touch? Weve tried to avoid physical contact with surfaces during the pandemic, using tissues, pen tips, and even knuckles or elbows in order to keep our hands clean. This innovation kNOw Touch suggests an ultimate solution, using infrared technology to detect fingertip reflections that activate buttons in public areas. Developed by the HKPC (Hong Kong Productivity Council), the system is already available on the marke...t. If you see the sign, no need to touch! https://www.hkpc.org//latest-informa/touchless-lift-panel COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus #HKPC #Touchless #kNOwTouch

24.01.2022 Eco Expo Asia 2020 will provide an unparalleled one-stop online platform to enable stakeholders to continue exploring business opportunities and stay connected. Register now to connect with industry players.

24.01.2022 HK EXPANDS GLOBAL TAX PACT NETWORK Hong Kong's reputation for low and simple taxation is further boosted by the inking of a comprehensive avoidance of double taxation agreement (CDTA) with Georgia (Oct 5). It increases the city's CDTA network to 45 jurisdictions around the world. The HK-Georgia CDTA means that companies involved in bilateral trade can avoid paying tax in both jurisdictions. There are also tax relief measures related to international shipping and withholding t...ax rates in Georgia, which is an emerging economy and participant in the Belt and Road Initiative. https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202010/05/P2020093000286.htm #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #CDTA #internationaltrade #Georgia CEDB

23.01.2022 Infrared Hong Kong See these fantastic scenes of Hong Kong under infrared cameras of photographers.

23.01.2022 ONE DAY IN TAI O The pandemic failed to dampen spirits during the annual Tuen Ng Festival (June 25). Take the Tai O Dragon Boat Water Parade as an example. Local folk paddled through the waterways of the traditional fishing village bearing statues of deities in a century-old ritual meant to eliminate diseases. There was even a special tea-set of dumplings to round off a great day out! #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #cosmopolitanhk #TuenNgFestival #TaiO #DragonBoat... Tai O Heritage Hotel See more

23.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS: HK-SINGAPORE AIR TRAVEL BUBBLE TO LAUNCH ON NOV 22 A world-first reciprocal Air Travel Bubble (ATB) between Hong Kong and Singapore is set to take off on Nov 22. Hailed as a significant step forward in resuming cross-border air travel, ATB travellers won’t be subject to COVID-19 quarantine measures, however a number of anti-pandemic conditions will be in place including COVID-19 tests and designated ATB flights. Find more details here: https://www.tourism.gov....hk/travel-bubble/en/index.html COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk//Hon/Response-to-COVID-19.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus #AirTravelBubble #Singapore Discover Hong Kong CEDB Hong Kong International Airport Hong Kong ETO in Singapore

22.01.2022 Temporary crisis accommodation and other assistance are now available to international students in NSW. Check out here...

22.01.2022 Dont miss the opportunities to explore tech venturing dynamics...

21.01.2022 Happy Mid-Autumn Festival !

20.01.2022 HK REMAINS NO.1 FOR ECONOMIC FREEDOM Hong Kong retained its No.1 ranking in the Economic Freedom of the World 2020 Annual Report by the Canada-based Fraser In...stitute, with the city rated top in two of the five categories, namely "Freedom to Trade Internationally" and "Regulation". The government welcomed the report as clear recognition of the citys commitment to building a free economy with a level playing field. It also addressed comments about the new National Security Law for Hong Kong, reiterating that the legislation would ensure a safe and stable environment under the "One Country, Two Systems" principle so that the city can capture new opportunities for economic growth, particularly in Mainland China and across Asia. https://www.fraserinstitute.org//economic-freedom-of-the-w #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #excellencehk #freesteconomy The Fraser Institute CEDB

20.01.2022 Lovely lanterns light up Mid-Autumn Lanterns of all shapes and sizes shed a beautiful glow everywhere as Hong Kong celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival. Also known as the Moon Festival, it’s a joyful time when family, friends and lovers gather to enjoy good company, tasting mooncakes, lighting lanterns and moon gazing.

20.01.2022 FIRST VIRTUAL STARTMEUPHK FESTIVAL GOES GLOBAL Tech-savvy entrepreneurs and astute investors around the world are getting insights into Hong Kongs start-up landscape during this years Startmeup.HK Festival (July 6-10), which goes virtual for the first time. Its a great chance to find out why the number of start-ups in Hong Kong has doubled over the past five years to more than 3,000. Hear from Chief Executive Mrs Carrie Lam about the many opportunities and support programm...es for start-ups to succeed in the challenging environment. https://www.startmeup.hk/startmeuphk-festival-2020/ https://www.info.gov.hk//gene/202007/07/P2020070700786.htm #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #startup #IT #startmeuphk2020 #InvestHK #StartmeupHK #smuhkfest20

19.01.2022 GETTING PREPARED: MOBILE FIELD HOSPITALS Amid the third wave of COVID-19 infections, Hong Kong has geared up its treatment capabilities by setting up makeshift treatment areas and temporary hospitals. The community treatment facilities were first launched at the AsiaWorld-Expo events venue with 500 beds. This facility, which is next to Hong Kong International Airport, will soon expand to provide in total about 1,000 beds. It looks after relatively mild cases. Nearby, a tempor...ary two-storey hospital, equipped with negative-pressure wards and providing 800 to 1,000 beds, is under construction. It will treat patients who are in a more serious condition. COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #innovativehk #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

19.01.2022 FUND-RAISING HELPS LIFT HKEX RESULTS TO RECORD HIGH Hong Kong bourse HKEX shrugged off the COVID-19 pandemic to post record first half results in 2020 on the back of strong trading and listing activity. Funds raised by IPOs in the first six months amounted to HK$92.8 billion while revenue from core business was up 13 per cent year-on-year to a record HK$7.9 billion. https://www.hkex.com.hk/News/News-Release?sc_lang=en... #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #HKEX #IPO #FinancialServices Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau

19.01.2022 Watch the interview with Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and Treasury in Hong Kong, to learn more about Hong Kong’s strategies for incentivising, regulating and facilitating fintech development.

19.01.2022 OVERSEAS DISTINGUISHED JUSTICE SET TO JOIN HK’S TOP COURT The Right Honourable Lord Patrick Hodge, Deputy President of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom, is on course to join Hong Kong’s Court of Final Appeal. The recommended appointment of Lord Hodge would increase the number of non-permanent judges (NPJs) from other common law jurisdictions to 14. The appointment of overseas NPJs is provided for by the Basic Law and enables Hong Kong to continue and maintain strong li...nks with the rest of the common law world. https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202010/05/P2020100500300.htm #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #safecity #PatrickHodge #CourtofFinalAppeal

18.01.2022 HK MOVES UP GLOBAL FINANCIAL CENTRE RANKING Hong Kong has risen one place to 5th in the latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI) announced on Sep 25. It is the only financial hub in Asia to be named in the top 5 for each of the categories - Business Environment, Human Capital, Infrastructure, Financial Sector Development, and Reputational & General. Hong Kong also improved to No.6 globally in the GFCI's ranking for fostering the fintech industry. Read more: ... https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202009/25/P2020092500645.htm https://www.longfinance.net//global-financial-centres-in/ #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #excellencehk #GFCI

18.01.2022 UK TO BE ADDED TO HK'S HIGH-RISK TRAVEL ORIGIN LIST Hong Kong will place the United Kingdom on its designated high-risk travel origin list, in response to rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in the UK, with effect from Oct 1. That means travellers from the UK will then be subject to extra travel restrictions. If you board an aircraft from or have visited any of the specified places during the previous 14 days before arriving in HK, you must carry a negative COVID-19 test certif...icate issued by a recognised institution. You must also have a confirmed room reservation at a hotel in Hong Kong for at least the duration of your 14-day quarantine period on arrival in the city. The same requirement has already applied to travellers from the other 10 countries on the list. https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202009/24/P2020092400560.htm COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

18.01.2022 Find out how science and business innovation are helping to overcome the pandemic.

17.01.2022 HKTDC has launched a one-stop online portal for buyers to connect with suppliers

17.01.2022 Common Recruitment Examination and Basic Law Test (Degree / Professional Grades) (CRE and BLT) in Sydney For the convenience of those studying or residing outside Hong Kong, this round of CRE and BLT is also tentatively scheduled to be held on 5 December 2020 in seven other cities, including Sydney. Applications for the CRE and BLT to be held outside Hong Kong must be submitted before 5 pm Hong Kong time on 9 October 2020 (this Friday). Details at https://www.csb.gov.hk/english/recruit/cre/949.html

17.01.2022 NEW SAFER TRAVEL SYSTEM TRIALS TAKE OFF IN HK Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific is launching tests on CommonPass, a novel digital health pass that aims to safely reboot cross-border travel amid the pandemic. The system, which is provided by Hong Kong-based company Prenetics, is designed to give travellers and governments confidence in each traveller's verified COVID-19 status. Passengers upload and share test results via their mobile phone and complete any additional heal...th declaration forms to comply with requirements of the destination country. Cathay’s first internal trial took selected volunteer air crew to Singapore on Oct 8. https://www.businesswire.com//CommonPass-Digital-Health-Pa #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #CathayPacific #digitalhealthpass

16.01.2022 HK ADDS BELGIUM TO HIGH-RISK LIST Belgium is the latest country to be added to Hong Kong's list of COVID-19 high-risk areas effective Nov 3, increasing the total number of specified places to 14. Hong Kong-bound travellers from these countries are subject to additional measures, including providing a negative COVID-19 test result and confirmation of a hotel booking for their compulsory 14-day quarantine period.... The 13 countries already on the list are Bangladesh, Ethiopia, France, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Russia, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States. https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202010/27/P2020102700505.htm COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk//Hon/Response-to-COVID-19.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

16.01.2022 Stay informed with "Hong Kong Connect" The September issue of our e-newsletter "Hong Kong Connect" is published, bringing you a monthly round-up of news and events in Hong Kong as well as Hong Kong-related business and promotional activities in Australia and New Zealand. Details:... Hong Kong Connect: http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/9/index.html HKTDC: http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/9/foreword.html HKABA/HKNZBA: http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/9/hkaba_foreword.html Subscribe to Hong Kong Connect: http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/9/subscribe.html See more

15.01.2022 BREAKING: 200 MEASURES TO REVITALISE HK With some 200 new initiatives, reviving Hong Kong’s economy was a key focus of the annual Policy Address unveiled on Nov 25. A quick glance shows priority areas in fostering the development of prime industries such as financial, I&T and exhibition services, grasping opportunities in the Greater Bay Area and capitalising on HK’s one country, two systems advantages. Some highlights are: - Global STEM Professorship Scheme to attract over...seas I&T talent - Fintech subsidy scheme to foster partnership between financial institutions and tech start-ups - Tax breaks for carried interest issued by private equity funds and one-stop support services to family office business - Eligible pre-profit biotech companies to be included in HK-Mainland Stock Connect Full report: https://www.policyaddress.gov.hk/2020/eng/index.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #policyaddress2020 2020 -PolicyAddress2020

15.01.2022 Medical Laboratory Professionals, Hong Kong Welcomes You ! If you have the qualifications in medical laboratory science or biomedical science, and looking for a job or career in the field, Hong Kong welcomes you.... Hong Kong has a quality healthcare system supported by a highly professional team of practitioners. Medical laboratory professionals are in high demand. A registered Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) in Hong Kong has a wide range of career opportunities in public hospitals, private hospitals and laboratories, or academic sector. Department of Health also recruits MLTs to provide laboratory support for safeguarding public health. You may expect a monthly salary of around HK$30,000 (about AUD$5,200) as a start. You must register in accordance with the Supplementary Medical Professions Ordinance, Chapter 359, Laws of Hong Kong before you start your career as an MLT in Hong Kong. If the qualification is recognised by the SMP Council, you will be eligible for registration. If the qualification does not fully meet the Councils requirements, you may be invited to sit for a registration examination. The examination is a written examination held once a year, usually in November/December. If you pass the registration examination, you will be qualified for registration as an MLT. To register: https://www.smp-council.org.hk/mlt/en/content.php Application Form and Guide to Applicants: https://www.smp-council.org.hk/mlt/en/content.php For more information, contact the Secretariat of the Medical Laboratory Technologists Board: https://www.smp-council.org.hk/mlt/en/content.php

14.01.2022 Watch how home-grown tech is helping Hong Kong to tackle the pandemic and prepare for life in a safe post-COVID-19 era.

14.01.2022 Technology Leaders of Tomorrow Programme Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporations Technology Leaders of Tomorrow (TLT) Programme aims to attract a select group of young Innovation and Technology talents to work at top HKSTP technology companies and nurture them into future technology leaders. The TLT programme starts with a 2-month internship at HKSTP for the talents to gain an all-rounded understanding of HKs I&T focus areas. After that, they will work at one ...of the top HKSTP partner companies for 24 months. Benefit from a wide range of learning programmes such as executive mentoring and networking to fast-track their career. Requirements: Graduates with a STEM degree for no more than 2 years Enthusiastic about an I&T career in Hong Kong Eligible to work in Hong Kong to apply Application will close on Wednesday, 29 July 2020. Details about the TLT Programme at https://innoacademy.hkstp.org .

14.01.2022 Stay informed with "Hong Kong Connect" The July issue of our e-newsletter "Hong Kong Connect" is published, bringing you a monthly round-up of news and events in Hong Kong as well as Hong Kong-related business and promotional activities in Australia and New Zealand. Details:... Hong Kong Connect: http://www.hkconnect.org.hk HKTDC: http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/7/foreword.html HKABA/HKNZBA: http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/7/hkaba_foreword.html Subscribe to Hong Kong Connect : http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/7/subscribe.html See more

13.01.2022 HK BOOSTS COVID-19 QUARANTINE FACILITIES As Hong Kong battles to control a fresh wave of COVID-19 cases, the city is expanding quarantine facilities, including providing an additional 3,500 units at Pennys Bay on Lantau island. For Hong Kong residents arriving in the city, the Government also provides information on hotel accommodation for their compulsory 14-day quarantine on arrival in Hong Kong. Hotel accommodation information: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/high-risk...-places.html COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

13.01.2022 HK OPENS MAKE-SHIFT COVID-19 TREATMENT FACILITY The AsiaWorld-Expo, near Hong Kong International Airport, is used to hosting some of the biggest exhibitions and mega-star performers. Now, in a matter of a few days, the venue has been converted into a temporary COVID-19 community treatment facility. Opened on August 1, the 500-bed make-shift facility aims to admit and treat patients with mild symptoms, easing the pressure on public hospitals during the pandemic. COVID-19 webpa...ge: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus #AsiaWorldExpo #communitytreatmentfacility Hospital Authority

13.01.2022 In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, together with the banking sector, have taken measures to support bank customers in an effort to help Hong Kongs economy ride through these difficult times.

13.01.2022 5 REASONS TO JOIN FINTECH WEEK 2020 The first virtual Hong Kong FinTech Week 2020 (Nov 2-6) will explore ways to reboot growth and financially empower society and business post-COVID-19. Here are 5 reasons why you should book your place: - 5 live broadcasting channels; 100+ hours of inspiring content from 350+ speakers across the world... - Speakers include Gang Yi, Governor of the People’s Bank of China; Jim Rogers, investment expert and author; and Ray Kurzweil, world leading investor and futurist - Event highlights and keynote sessions streamed to audiences in Mainland China - 25,000 participants from over 70 economies, 500 exhibitors, 30 delegations - A virtual expo which features an array of FinTech solutions from all over the world Get Your Digital Pass: www.fintechweek.hk/tickets #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #Innovativehk #FinTech #InvestHK FINNOVASIA Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau

13.01.2022 Ngong Ping Cable Car resumed its normal Monday to Sunday operation from May 27, offering a spectacular journey with panoramic views of the Lantau.

13.01.2022 MEASURES RAMPED UP FOR TRAVELLERS TO HK Ecuador and Germany will be added to the list of high-risk areas, with effect from Nov 28. It increases the total number of specified places to 17. Those travelling from specified high-risk countries must provide a negative COVID-19 test result (which has been done and obtained within 72 hours) before boarding their flight to Hong Kong. Currently, overseas non-HK residents are denied entry to the city due to the pandemic. Full details h...ere: https://www.news.gov.hk//20201119/20201119_174610_190.html COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk//Hon/Response-to-COVID-19.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

13.01.2022 Heung Yuen Wai Boundary Control Point, the 7th land-based control point between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, is set to open.

12.01.2022 HKS COVID-19 E-HEALTH PLATFORM PROTECTS MEDICAL STAFF Hong Kong has developed an e-health platform that enables COVID-19 patients to self-monitor and transmit vital signs to health monitors through a mobile app. The platform is being used in the treatment centre at AsiaWorld-Expo. Combined with tele-care patient consultations via phone or video, it enhances processing of coronavirus patients and protects medical staff. COVID-19 webpage:... https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus #AsiaWorldExpo #communitytreatmentfacility Hospital Authority

12.01.2022 Hong Kong continues to be an ideal place for Fintech companies to launch their business in Asia. Check out here...

11.01.2022 Watch this video on quarantine procedures for entry to Hong Kong via airport.

11.01.2022 HK EXPANDS LIST OF COVID-19 HIGH-RISK PLACES Kazakhstan and the United States have been added to the list of specified High-Risk Places, from where residents coming to Hong Kong, prior to boarding their flight, will have to show proof of negative COVID-19 test results and a confirmed Hong Kong hotel booking for 14 days, with effect from July 29. They join seven other high-risk countries for which the same measures take effect on July 25 (i.e. Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, N...epal, Pakistan, the Philippines and South Africa). COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

10.01.2022 SMART CAR DRIVES HK INTO THE 5G ERA Take a ride into the 5G era aboard StreetDrone! With ultra-high tech features such as supersonic data transmission and massive device connectivity, low latency, greater capacity of remote execution, it will support further innovations such as the internet of things (IoT) and network slicing. 5G also opens up huge potential for innovation on autonomous driving. See how StreetDrone, an autonomous R&D platform introduced by the HKPC and APAS R...&D Centre , is steering Hong Kong towards its goal of becoming a smart city. The platform is now open for use by the automobile industry and related sectors. #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #innovativehk #technology #tech #innovation #5G #HongKongProductivityCouncil #HKPC #APAS

10.01.2022 Calling all arts lovers ! Enjoy a fun-filled arts weekend (October 10-11)....

09.01.2022 HK: GATEWAY FOR TECH INNOVATION TO AND FROM MAINLAND CHINA Two forward-looking tech companies are leveraging Hong Kong's advantages to achieve different goals. An international digital media consultancy aims to tap the vast Greater China market, while a smart logistics firm plans to further expand its global business footprint via Hong Kong. MightyHive expanding smoothly into the Greater China region via Hong Kong... https://www.investhk.gov.hk//mightyhive-expanding-smoothly Beijing-based smart logistics AI Robotics company uses Hong Kong to expand global business https://www.investhk.gov.hk//beijing-based-smart-logistics #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #business #InvestHK MightyHive Geekplus Technology Co.,Ltd

08.01.2022 FROM DUSK TO DAWN -THE MAGICAL VISTAS OF HK Let's enjoy some scenic photos taken from different vantage points in Hong Kong. On your next journey to the city, why not experience our city in a different light? As the light changes over Hong Kong from dusk to dawn, it suffuses the city in a sensual palette of changing colours, offering glorious vistas. Visit https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/From-Dusk-to-Dawn.html ... #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity

08.01.2022 FERRY SERVICE RESUMES FOR A COOL HARBOUR CROSSING In the hot summer, what is more cool than taking the ferry ? June 28 was a date to remember, when the Central-Hung Hom cross-harbour service resumed, after a 9-year hiatus. The ferry plying between Central on HK Island and Hung Hom in the Kowloon Peninsula is air-conditioned, and the deck has proved to be popular among those who like the panoramic view of Victoria Harbour as much as the gentle sea breeze. #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #discoverhongkong #CentralHungHom #FerryService

07.01.2022 NEW TIGHTENED COVID-19 MEASURE FOR ARRIVALS TO HK People arriving in Hong Kong from places at high-risk of COVID-19 are required to provide a negative test result before arriving in the city. The new measure, effective from 0.00am on July 15, is in response to a recent spike in the number of imported cases. https://www.info.gov.hk//gene/202007/14/P2020071400037.htm... COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

07.01.2022 STEPPED-UP MEASURE FOR TRAVELLERS TO HK Starting Nov 13, all Hong Kong residents returning to the city from overseas must have a confirmed hotel booking for their compulsory 14-day quarantine period on arrival. In addition, those travelling from specified high-risk countries must provide a negative COVID-19 test result before boarding their flight to Hong Kong. Currently, overseas non-HK residents are denied entry to the city due to the pandemic.... Turkey is the latest country to be added to the list of high-risk areas, with effect from Nov 13. It increases the total number of specified places to 15. Full details here: https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202011/03/P2020110300613.htm COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk//Hon/Response-to-COVID-19.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

06.01.2022 See how a new AI system can accurately diagnose COVID-19.

05.01.2022 Stay informed with "Hong Kong Connect" The August issue of our e-newsletter "Hong Kong Connect" is published, bringing you a monthly round-up of news and events in Hong Kong as well as Hong Kong-related business and promotional activities in Australia and New Zealand. Details: ... Hong Kong Connect: http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/8/index.html HKTDC: http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/8/foreword.html HKABA/HKNZBA: http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/8/hkaba_foreword.html Subscribe to Hong Kong Connect : http://www.hkconnect.org.hk/2020/8/subscribe.html See more

05.01.2022 NEW COVID-19 TESTING CENTRE AT HKIA Starting from Aug 18 passengers arriving at Hong Kong International Airport must go to the Temporary Specimen Collection Centre (TSCC) in the restricted area of the airport for COVID-19 testing. The TSCC has been relocated from AsiaWorld-Expo to increase testing capacity at the airport. Those arriving in the morning must stay at the testing centre for results. Passengers arriving in the afternoon and night can proceed to immigration after g...iving saliva samples, after which they will be sent to a hotel to await test results. People are reminded that it may take 12 hours or more to receive their test results and they should bring any medications and medical reports with them. Overseas non-Hong Kong residents continue to be denied entry to the city due to the pandemic. https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202008/14/P2020081400448.htm COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #innovativehk #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

05.01.2022 The Director of HKETO Sydney, Mr Raymond Fan, briefed attendees at the Annual Gala Dinner of Hong Kong New Zealand Business Association (HKNZBA) via video conferencing the major initiatives of the Chief Executive's 2020 Policy Address. The Policy Address revealed wide-ranging strategies to make full use of Hong Kong's advantages under the "One Country, Two Systems" principle, reboot Hong Kong's economy, create new opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and further promote innovation and technology. The Gala Dinner held on 25 November marked the conclusion of HKNZBA’s annual Hong Kong Festival which was supported by HKETO Sydney. More about the 2020 Policy Address at https://www.policyaddress.gov.hk/2020/eng/index.html

05.01.2022 30 YEARS OF IP INNOVATION The protection of Intellectual Property (IP) is critical to fostering innovation and creativity. Hong Kongs Intellectual Property Department, established in 1990, has been doing just that for 30 years, chalking up 12 important milestones that have set the city on course to become an IP trading hub in Asia. From the early introduction of electronic processing, filing and online search to the No Fakes Pledge scheme and IP Manager Scheme, the departmen...t has been supporting IP trading and patent system reform. https://www.ipd.gov.hk/eng/30.htm #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #IP #patent

05.01.2022 NEW COVID-19 MEASURES FOR ARRIVALS TO HK Amid a recent spike in COVID-19 cases, Hong Kong is set to impose new rules for arrivals from high-risk areas. From July 25, people arriving from designated countries (i.e. Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines and South Africa) will need to obtain a negative test result before embarking on a flight to Hong Kong. They will also need to arrange, at their own expense, hotel accommodation for compulsory 14-day qua...rantine on arrival in the city. https://www.info.gov.hk//gen/202007/18/P2020071800038.htm COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus Centre for Health Protection, DH

04.01.2022 HK TO ROLL OUT CITYWIDE COVID-19 TESTING Starting later this month, Hong Kong will implement wide-ranging virus testing measures to combat the pandemic. They include a voluntary community testing scheme, free tests at hospitals and private clinics for people showing COVID-19 symptoms, and a testing scheme targetting five categories of frontline personnel including staff at hotels, public transport services, care homes, civil servants and teachers. New testing facilities will ...be able to test 500,000 people a day. COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk/html/en/WhatSOn/HKUpdate2019.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #innovativehk #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus #COVID19test Centre for Health Protection, DH

04.01.2022 Check out how the art sector in Hong Kong continues to engage with the audiences during the pandemic.

03.01.2022 Recruitment of Administrative Officers in 2020/21 Two more days to submit applications!!! A gentle reminder that applications will close at 5 pm Hong Kong Time on Friday (Oct 9). If you are interested in the job, please visit www.ao-recruitment.gov.hk for details.... Join the AO Grade, Serve the community.

03.01.2022 See Hong Kongs beauty with a fresh look at the Victoria Harbour

03.01.2022 Watch this video on essential information for ATB travellers to HK.

03.01.2022 Common Recruitment Examination and Basic Law Test (Degree / Professional Grades) The coming Common Recruitment Examination and Basic Law Test (Degree / Professional Grades) (CRE and BLT) is tentatively scheduled to be held in Hong Kong on 10 and 17 October 2020, or another date within October 2020 if necessary. For the convenience of those studying or residing outside Hong Kong, the above examination is also tentatively scheduled to be held on 5 December 2020 in seven oth...er cities, including Sydney. The application period for the coming CRE and BLT to be held in Hong Kong is from 7 to 20 August 2020 while application for sitting the examination outside Hong Kong will be called later this year. In light of the evolving situation regarding the COVID-19, arrangements on the examination will be adjusted if the situation warrants. For the examination outside Hong Kong, it may only be held subject to the regulations and prevailing measures in that particular city in the light of the development of the COVID-19. Details at https://www.csb.gov.hk/english/recruit/cre/949.html

02.01.2022 HK TRAVEL BUBBLE POCKET GUIDE Are you "good to go" for game-changing Hong Kong-Singapore Air Travel Bubble (ATB) flights? With the ATB set to launch on Nov 22, here's a handy pocket guide to help travellers prepare for the resumption of quarantine-free cross-border travel. Air Travel Bubble webpage: ... https://www.tourism.gov.hk/travel-bubble/en/index.html COVID-19 webpage: https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/index.html HK Update: https://www.brandhk.gov.hk//Hon/Response-to-COVID-19.html #hongkong #brandhongkong #asiasworldcity #novelcoronavirus #COVID19 #TogetherWeFightTheVirus #AirTravelBubble #Singapore Discover Hong Kong CEDB Hong Kong ETO in Singapore Hong Kong International Airport

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02.01.2022 Chefs from restaurants of Hong Kong-based heritage brands' hotels share their stories on how they overcame challenges presented during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the solutions to keep customers satisfied and safe while upholding their commitment to providing high-quality cuisine. A two-part video series will tell you how they have adapted to various challenges. Video One: https://youtu.be/YD8bfwk2AJ8 Video Two: https://youtu.be/wneSohzZXyU... #hongkong #asiaworldcity #brandhongkong