British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong Summit 2024 Welcomes Keynote from Beijing's Diplomat

British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong Summit 2024: A New Era of Engagement

In an unprecedented move, the British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong has invited Cui Jianchun, commissioner of the Chinese Foreign Ministry in Hong Kong, to deliver a keynote address at the upcoming Britcham Hong Kong Summit 2024 on September 24. This event will be pivotal in highlighting the central government's willingness to engage with the international business community.

Importance of the Summit

The summit will feature Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu as the closing keynote speaker and is poised to attract senior leaders eager to discuss the latest in technology, digital innovations, and business developments across the region, including digital banking and biotech.

• Cui Jianchun will also elaborate on the implications of the Communist Party's third plenary session on international business.
• This keynote marks the first representation from the central government at such a summit.
• Political analyst Sonny Lo Shiu-hing regards this as a significant step in building foreign confidence in Hong Kong.

Engagement with Global Business Chambers

The German Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, represented by Johannes Hack, has remarked on the importance of these dialogues. Enhanced cooperation is seen as a bridge for China to attract talent and foster investment in Hong Kong's Greater Bay Area.

This event is yet another demonstration that despite political disagreements, economic considerations drive engagement between the central government and foreign chambers.