Secretary for Commerce & Economic Development Algernon Yau has been attending the World Governments Summit 2024 in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. 

Mr Yau met yesterday and today with local government officials and representatives from various organisations to promote co-operation.

Today he met Chief Executive Officer of Economic Development at the Dubai Department of Economy & Tourism Hadi Badri, Executive Director of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre free zone Ahmad Hamza, and Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai International Financial Centre Authority Arif Amiri.

Mr Yau gave them updates on Hong Kong’s latest developments and business opportunities, and exchanged views with them on various economic matters.

Under the theme “Shaping Future Governments”, the three-day event, which started yesterday, is being attended by more than 4,000 participants.

The summit provides a platform for leaders from governments and international organisations, as well as from private enterprises around the globe, to discuss innovative solutions to future challenges.