https://www.scmp.com/rss/518913/feed Case studies of InvestHK helping mainland and foreign companies leveraging Hong Kong’s advantages to expand regionally and globally en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Schneider Electric, a French multinational energy technology company, established Hong Kong as one of its global hubs. From the city, it is helping integrate electrification, automation and digital intelligence across buildings, infrastructure and transport systems. “Hong Kong’s location at the heart of Asia, combined with its advanced infrastructure, digital maturity and globally experienced talent pool, provides a strong foundation for a scalable innovation ecosystem,” says Jonathan Chiu,... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3341781/how-schneider-electric-powers-hong-kongs-ecosystem-innovation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3341781/how-schneider-electric-powers-hong-kongs-ecosystem-innovation?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:00:09 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors According to The Global Financial Centres Index 38, Hong Kong ranks third among the world’s leading financial centres this year, behind New York and London. These top-tier hubs form the backbone of global finance, linking investors, banks and markets through systems that allow capital to move safely and efficiently. Hong Kong’s position among them rests not only in its open market and strategic location, but also in the strength of its financial infrastructure. Behind the city’s stock and bond... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3332142/how-euroclear-driving-global-financial-innovation-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3332142/how-euroclear-driving-global-financial-innovation-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:10 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors When InvestHK was established in July 2000, its mission was clear: attract overseas and mainland Chinese companies to establish or expand in Hong Kong, reinforcing its position as “Asia’s world city”. Twenty-five years on, that mission remains unchanged, but the tools and the scale of support have evolved significantly. This year, both InvestHK and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) marked their silver jubilees with notable results. In 2024, InvestHK assisted a record 539 mainland Chinese... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3319474/investhk-25-powering-growth-global-firms-hong-kong-and-beyond?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3319474/investhk-25-powering-growth-global-firms-hong-kong-and-beyond?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 28 Jul 2025 03:00:07 +0000 Morning Studio editors Morning Studio editors Hong Kong has long enjoyed a well-deserved reputation for the quality and variety of its food and beverage (F&B) scene, making the city a logical first stop for international brands looking to establish a base in Asia from which to expand. Many factors attract them, ranging from cosmopolitan customers ready to try new tastes and experiences, to the business-friendly environment and the comparative ease of getting everything up and running. In the latter instance, much credit is due to InvestHK,... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3315104/lunches-go-gourmet-chocolates-investhk-powers-fb-success-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3315104/lunches-go-gourmet-chocolates-investhk-powers-fb-success-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:00:10 +0000 As Hong Kong moves towards its goal of being an international hub for cutting-edge developments in the innovation and technology (I&T) sector, it is essential to offer an entrepreneurial environment that can attract suitable talent and investment. A range of targeted schemes are in place to do just that. Importantly, though, any venture looking for practical support and assistance, whether to set up or start expanding, can also turn to InvestHK. This government agency is responsible for... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3298373/new-possibilities-keep-hong-kong-forefront-cutting-edge-web3-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3298373/new-possibilities-keep-hong-kong-forefront-cutting-edge-web3-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Feb 2025 04:00:13 +0000 Hong Kong, which is globally recognised as a leading hub for East-meets-West cultural exchanges, is also one of the world’s top three art trading centres – a remarkable achievement given the competition involved. That status was confirmed by the latest government statistics, which show the total trade value of works of art, collectors’ pieces and antiques last year was close to HK$105.5 billion (US$13.5 billion), with signs that there is still plenty of scope for continuing growth. InvestHK, the... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3287547/investhk-eases-hong-kongs-rise-world-class-art-trading-centre?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3287547/investhk-eases-hong-kongs-rise-world-class-art-trading-centre?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Nov 2024 04:00:00 +0000 Hong Kong’s economic growth and future prosperity depend to a large extent on the success of enterprises in developing and deploying new technologies and capitalising on their potential. The city, of course, must be ready to play a full part in this new age of innovation, which is already transforming many aspects of trade, industry and finance by creating era-defining products, supply chains and opportunities for investment. Fortunately, it is doing just that by rolling out the welcome mat for... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3277779/hong-kong-puts-chinese-ai-autonomous-driving-technology-firm-road-global-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3277779/hong-kong-puts-chinese-ai-autonomous-driving-technology-firm-road-global-expansion?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Sep 2024 04:00:10 +0000 Well-planned initiatives to establish Hong Kong as a global arts hub have paid off in the past few years, with the city now home to an impressive number of top-flight galleries, auction houses, popular museums and outdoor installations, as well as large-scale annual events such as Art Central and Art Basel Hong Kong. The West Kowloon Cultural District, a vibrant cultural quarter built on 40 hectares (100 acres) of reclaimed land, has also garnered international attention with signature... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3270968/investhk-makes-citys-cultural-hub-magnet-global-artists-enthusiasts-and-collectors?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3270968/investhk-makes-citys-cultural-hub-magnet-global-artists-enthusiasts-and-collectors?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 23 Jul 2024 04:13:14 +0000 Hong Kong is known internationally for its academic excellence and as the home to some of the best tertiary institutes in the world. The government is committed to leveraging that advantage and expanding the higher education sector by offering courses which give graduates a head start in a fast-evolving economy. This objective was set out in the 2023 Policy Address, where Chief Executive John Lee highlighted the intention to capitalise on existing strengths to make the city an international hub... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3267486/uow-college-hong-kong-taps-citys-reputation-academic-excellence?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3267486/uow-college-hong-kong-taps-citys-reputation-academic-excellence?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 25 Jun 2024 04:05:52 +0000 Since Chief Executive John Lee’s 2023 Policy Address, which laid out plans to make Hong Kong an international health and medical innovation hub, the city has been taking steps to attract international medical and pharmaceutical companies to carry out research and development (R&D) and clinical trials. These measures are already helping to build the sector’s capacity, recognition and status. Such success can be seen in the work of InvestHK – a government agency responsible for attracting foreign... https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3264711/hong-kong-proves-ideal-base-asia-rainbow-genomics-expands-globally-accredited-medical-services?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/native/business/topics/hong-kong-helps-businesses-grow/article/3264711/hong-kong-proves-ideal-base-asia-rainbow-genomics-expands-globally-accredited-medical-services?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 31 May 2024 04:00:11 +0000