Chamber in the Media

Sing Tao Daily coverage reports broad support from foreign chambers for Hong Kong’s first Five-Year Plan. Chief Executive John Lee emphasised it is not a planned economy, but a flexible framework combining government direction and market forces. AustCham CEO Mary Simpson highlighted Hong Kong’s role as a launchpad and “super-connector.”

The Standard coverage highlights AustCham CEO Mary Simpson’s view of Hong Kong as a “super-connector”, launchpad and IP base for growth in AI, GreenTech, critical minerals and MedTech. She stressed the Northern Metropolis must become a liveable economic engine—not simply a property project—to attract long-term international investment.

SCMP coverage highlights foreign chambers’ support for Hong Kong’s first five-year plan, citing its clearer policy direction for long-term business planning. Chamber leaders also urged concrete timelines and visible progress on the Northern Metropolis to convert ambition into investor confidence and attract international capital.

RTHK coverage highlights foreign chambers’ call for Hong Kong’s first five-year plan to prioritise creative and sporting industries. AustCham CEO Mary Simpson welcomed sport’s recognition as an industry and urged more mega events, noting their potential to strengthen tourism, hospitality spending and Hong Kong’s international appeal.

RTHK coverage of international chambers backing Hong Kong’s inaugural five-year plan, which they say offers greater certainty for long-term investment. AustCham CEO Mary Simpson highlighted Hong Kong’s potential as a regional “super connector”, while stressing the Northern Metropolis must become a tangible economic engine for innovation, talent and investment.

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