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Hong Kong trade leaders urge maintaining free port status amid China ties

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Leaders of Hong Kong's trade promotion body emphasized the city's need to maintain its status as an outward-looking free port to ensure its economic prosperity. They highlighted the importance of the free flow of goods, people, capital, and information, while also stressing the necessity of deepening ties with mainland China. Former chairman Peter Woo specifically warned against repeating pandemic-era restrictions, urging the government to avoid future shutdowns. AI

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Hong Kong trade leaders urge maintaining free port status amid China ties

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Ambrose Li ·

    Hong Kong must stay outward-looking and a free port to thrive, trader leaders say

    Hong Kong must remain an outward-looking economy and a free port to thrive, current and former leaders of the city’s trade promotion body have said, stressing the importance of working with mainland China and tackling challenges creatively. Hong Kong Trade Development Council cha…

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