Hong Kong and Macau jointly held an investment promotion conference to encourage Macau enterprises to use Hong Kong to expand overseas business.

On March 6, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and the Macau Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (TIPM) co-organized a promotional event in Macau, introducing about 90 representatives from Macau manufacturing, branding, retail, catering, import and export trade companies, as well as chambers of commerce and associations, to the current business environment in Hong Kong and new development opportunities, especially in the retail, catering, and trade industries, encouraging Macau companies to utilize Hong Kong's unique advantages to expand overseas markets. The event was titled "Macau Enterprises Expansion Series - Hong Kong Business New Opportunities Promotion Event (Retail, Catering, Trade)," and was the first cooperation between the trade promotion agencies of the two regions in 2025, aiming to strengthen mutual learning and cooperation between Hong Kong and Macau, and explore new opportunities in the Greater Bay Area development. Stephen Liu, Assistant Executive Director of the Hong Kong Trade and Investment Promotion Institute, stated that the relationship between Hong Kong and Macau is close, and they are dynamic economies with complementary advantages within the Greater Bay Area. Macau products have always been well-received by Hong Kong consumers, demonstrating the deep cultural and economic connections between the two vibrant cities. By establishing a presence in Hong Kong, Macau companies can expand their market in Hong Kong and promote their products to international and mainland Chinese tourists in Hong Kong. Additionally, Hong Kong hosts many large exhibitions that attract international buyers, making it an ideal platform for Macau companies to expand their global business. At the event, TIPM Chairman Yu Yusheng expressed that Hong Kong and Macau have maintained deep business connections over the years, including jointly organizing Greater Bay Area business opportunity promotion activities. He hoped to further promote bilateral investment cooperation between Hong Kong and Macau on the basis of long-term cooperation, and jointly explore more opportunities for cooperation and market development in the Greater Bay Area. Liang Yaoyun, Chief Consumer Products Officer of the Hong Kong Trade and Investment Promotion Institute, and Sophia Wong, Chief Tourism and Hospitality Officer of the Institute, introduced the latest development trends in the relevant industries and shared investment cases at the event, allowing Macau companies to better understand the industry trends and advantages in Hong Kong. They also provided information on the government's latest policies, including details of industry activities and funding application procedures, to help Macau companies expand their business, enhance competitiveness through digital transformation, and tap into international markets. Macau companies with a presence in Hong Kong also shared their practical experiences on-site, encouraging Macau enterprises to enhance brand awareness through Hong Kong and expand internationally. The Hong Kong Trade and Investment Promotion Institute will continue to collaborate with Macau institutions to jointly promote business opportunities in Hong Kong, assist local companies in seizing opportunities, and expand their overseas business through Hong Kong.