Hong Kong and Mainland sign co-operative agreement on commerce and industry matters (with photos)
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The co-operative agreement creates a framework to facilitate enhanced co-operation between Hong Kong and the Mainland in areas such as consumer protection, trademark protection, individually owned stores on the Mainland and combating anti-competitive behaviour.
Speaking at the meeting, Mr So said he welcomed closer bilateral co-operation in information sharing, policy exchanges, joint seminars and so forth.
"The Mainland is Hong Kong's largest trading partner. The co-operative agreement will strengthen co-operation between the two sides on economic policy areas of common interest, aiming to achieve mutual benefit," he said.
Ends/Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Issued at HKT 15:30
Issued at HKT 15:30
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