Hong Kong can help Canadian enterprises explore the vast Belt & Road market, Secretary for Commerce & Economic Development Gregory So says.
Speaking at the Hong Kong-Canada Business Association National Conference gala dinner in Calgary yesterday, Mr So said the Belt & Road Initiative is a global vision to boost co-development by connecting economies along the route, in which Hong Kong can serve as the facilitator for trade and businesses.
"Our strategic geographical location, at the southern gateway to Mainland China, gives us unparalleled trade opportunities. Today 20% of the Mainland's international trade is handled by Hong Kong. We are serving as the super-connector, enabling overseas companies to enter the China market, while assisting Chinese enterprises in going global."
He added that Hong Kong also serves as a professional services hub with expertise in areas like accounting, law, architecture and engineering management. They can provide high quality services beyond the provision of financial capital and expertise.
Mr So encouraged Canadian companies to make full use of Hong Kong's advantages in tapping the massive Asian markets and beyond.
Mr So also met Chinese Consul-General Wang Xinping, and the President and Chief Executive Officer of Calgary Economic Development Mary Moran.
He will attend the Hong Kong-Canada Business Association national board meeting today.
