A Pioneering Conference for Sustainability

In a groundbreaking event aimed at accelerating Hong Kong's green transition, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, The Hon. John KC Lee, and Ambassador Harvey Rouse, Head of the European Union Office to Hong Kong and Macao, jointly inaugurated the Greenway 2025 conference. This gathering is not just another conference; it represents a significant step towards a sustainable future.

Champions of Sustainability Unite!

With over 200 dynamic leaders from government, business, and civil society in attendance, the conference served as a melting pot of ideas focused on fostering robust EU-Hong Kong cooperation. The spotlight was on driving green mobility, sustainable finance, circular economies, and the creation of eco-friendly urban spaces.

Powerful Insights from Keynote Speakers

The event featured compelling keynote presentations from Tse Chin-wan, the Secretary for Environment and Ecology, and Joseph Chan, Acting Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury. Their insights highlighted the pressing need for collaboration—an idea echoed by Ambassador Rouse, who noted that the EU leads globally in sustainability and possesses unmatched expertise in green technologies and decarbonization.

A Call for Cooperation

Ambassador Rouse articulated the significance of collective efforts, stating, 'Greening our economies requires cooperation and working together.' The EU, being the largest foreign business presence in Hong Kong with bilateral trade exceeding HK$ 605 billion, is poised to play a vital role in this transformation.

Strategizing for a Greener Future

Throughout the day, stimulating panel discussions brought together voices from both the EU and Hong Kong, generating invaluable recommendations aimed at fast-tracking the city's transition into a greener economy. Opportunities for collaboration between local businesses and European firms were explored extensively.

Key Recommendations Presented to the Government

To conclude this impactful event, Iñaki Amate, Chair of the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, and Patrick Yeung, CEO of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, revealed 23 thoughtful recommendations from the business communities. These strategies outline actionable steps for the Hong Kong Government to expedite the green transformation of the economy, reinforcing the joint commitment to sustainability.