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Hong Kong leader seeks new markets in Central Asia

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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee is leading a delegation on a five-day trip to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to explore new markets and strengthen economic ties. The mission aims to secure numerous agreements across various sectors, with a focus on increasing mineral extraction and introducing new technologies in Kazakhstan. Lee's visit includes meetings with high-ranking officials, including the President of Kazakhstan. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jeffie Lam ·

    Hong Kong’s John Lee on Central Asia mission to explore new markets, expand ties

    Hong Kong’s leader begins an official visit to Central Asia on Monday with his largest delegation to date, aiming to explore new markets amid geopolitical uncertainties and help mainland Chinese companies “go global”. Sources said dozens of memorandums of understanding (MOUs) wer…

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