Diary

Today, HK: The 38th Hong Kong Products Expo (until Jan 1) begins in Victoria Park. Making its debut in 1938 and organised by the Chinese Manufacturers' Association of Hong Kong, the expo is a renowned forum for promoting Hong Kong's products. This year's event boasts 600 booths.

The Productivity Council and PricewaterhouseCoopers present 'Executive Diploma in Best Practices for World-Class CFO 2003', at PwC's conference centre. Call 2788 5324.

Today, Jakarta: Children Fair 2003 (until Dec 21) takes place at the Balai Sidang Jakarta Convention Centre.

Tomorrow, Shanghai: The Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition centre plays host to: Bearing 2003; Fastener China 2003; Gear China 2003; Machine Components 2003; and Machine Parts 2003. All trade shows last until Dec 17.

Monday, Dec 15, HK: The Productivity Council hosts Six Sigma Champion Training for Executives (until Dec 16) at the HKPC Building.

Tuesday, Dec 16, HK: AustCham hosts a Christmas Mix at Six at the China Club. For information, contact bookings@austcham.com.hk

Kesri Singh Kapur, chief executive of Gagan (HK), the franchisee of Spanish fashion brand Mango, will speak to the media about the long-term strategy of the brand in Hong Kong. The associate director-general of investment promotion at InvestHK Simon Galpin will pay a courtesy visit to a Mango store.

Tuesday, Dec 16, Muscat: The Mediaentech exhibition (until Dec 20) begins.

Wednesday, Dec 17, HK: The HKGCC hosts a roundtable luncheon, 'Branding - Hong Kong's Experience'. Visit www.chamber.org.hk

The HKGCC also hosts an e-workshop on, 'Smart Inventory Management Strategy for SMEs'. Visit www.chamber.org.hk

Wednesday, Dec 17, Bangkok: 'Government IT @ Computer Thai 2003': The 15th IT Exhibition and Conference for Government and State Enterprise Sectors trade show (until Dec 19) begins at the Impact Trade Exhibition Centre.

Thursday, Dec 18, HK: Linda Brigance, chief investment officer and vice-president of FedEx Asia Pacific, will speak at Women In Technology International's Hong Kong Network meeting, at the Intercontinental Hotel. Visit www.witi.com

Thursday, Dec 18, Boao, Hainan Island: The China Enterprise Credibility Forum (until Dec 20) begins.

Thursday, Dec 18, Mumbai: India International Hardware & Tools Expo 2003 (until Dec 20) begins at the NSE Exhibition Centre.

Friday, Dec 19, HK: The 33rd Christmas Wedding Expo (Until Dec 21) begins at the HKCEC.

Friday, Dec 19, Beijing:

The China Top Brand Strategy Promotion Achievements Expo (until Dec 23) begins.

Saturday, Dec 20, HK: Hong Kong Mega Showcase 2003 (until Dec 28) begins at the HKCEC.

Sunday, Dec 21, Jeddah: The Jeddah International Motorshow begins.

Thursday, Dec 25: Public holiday - Christmas Day.

Friday, Dec 26: Public holiday - Boxing Day.

Saturday, Jan 10, 2004, HK: The Productivity Council hosts its Strategic Crisis & Risk Management Training Programme at the HKPC Building.

Wednesday, Jan 14, HK: The Productivity Council hosts the Hong Kong Award for Services, 'Productivity Winners Showcase 2004', at the Sheraton hotel.

Friday, Jan 30, HK: The Feng Shui Network hosts its annual conference at the HKCEC.