Hong Kong firms urged to innovate for mainland China market access

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-11-06 12:24

Hong Kong companies need to prioritize innovation and uphold high standards to remain competitive within mainland China's market. The head of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, Frederick Ma, also highlighted the city's strategy to explore new markets in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa to mitigate risks associated with global trade uncertainties. AI

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SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Lam Ka-sing · 2026-11-06 12:24

Hong Kong firms must innovate to compete in mainland China, trade chief says

Hong Kong companies can survive intense competition in mainland China by being innovative and maintaining high standards, the head of the city’s trade promotion body has said. Hong Kong Trade Development Council chairman Frederick Ma Si-hang said on Friday that the city was also …