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Irish firms eye Hong Kong for Asian expansion amid trade tensions

Hong Kong is experiencing increased interest from Irish companies looking to establish a presence in Asia. The Irish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong notes that these firms are viewing the city as a strategic base, partly due to ongoing US tariffs and the repercussions of Brexit. This trend is gaining momentum as Hong Kong prepares to host the Asia-Pacific Irish Business Forum. AI

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Irish firms eye Hong Kong for Asian expansion amid trade tensions

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Connor Mycroft ·

    Hong Kong draws growing interest from Irish firms seeking expansion across Asia

    More Irish companies are considering Hong Kong as a base for expansion across Asia, according to the head of the country’s chamber of commerce in the city, who described the two as “natural partners”. Padraig Seif, president of the Irish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, said mom…