Government announces re-appointment of HKTDC Chairman

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     The Government announced today (May 14) that Dr Peter Lam Kin-ngok has been re-appointed as Chairman of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) for a term of two years with effect from June 1, 2021.

     Commenting on the re-appointment, the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Edward Yau, said, "Under Dr Lam's leadership since June 2019, the HKTDC has successfully assisted Hong Kong companies in developing the Mainland and overseas markets amid numerous challenges, especially in seizing business opportunities arising from the nation's dual circulation strategy, the Belt and Road Initiative and the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

     "Dr Lam has also led the HKTDC in stepping up the support for small and medium-sized enterprises to tap the domestic sales market in the Mainland, providing the much needed impetus for reviving our economy. The re-appointment of Dr Lam as Chairman of the HKTDC will help ensure the necessary continuity and smooth implementation of the various initiatives in the coming two years."

     Dr Lam is the Chairman of Lai Sun Group and a member of the Trade and Industry Advisory Board. He has a distinguished track record in public service.

Ends/Friday, May 14, 2021
Issued at HKT 11:00

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