Breakfast Briefing – China & Hong Kong Trade Dynamics in a Shifting Global Landscape

On Wednesday, June 25, The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong & Macao welcomed a full house of industry professionals for an in-depth discussion on the evolving trade landscape between China, Hong Kong, and the world.

Our expert speakers: Vivian Chang, Associate Director at KPMG; Francesco Montonati, Managing Director at Hawksford; Veronica Natalini, Managing Director at Coop Far East Ltd.; and Riccardo Repetto, Managing Director for Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan at Huxe Hong Kong, shared valuable insights on the evolving trade dynamics between China, Hong Kong, and the global market.

Key topics included:
- Macroeconomic and geopolitical trends shaping the China–Hong Kong trade corridor, and how global supply chains are adapting to new challenges
- The latest developments in customs, VAT, and export tax regimes for Hong Kong and China, and their implications for cross-border business
- How evolving tariffs, EU regulations, and sustainability requirements are influencing sourcing, manufacturing, and risk management strategies for European and international retailers
- The impact of tariff adjustments and trade policy shifts on supply chain resilience, logistics, and the future role of Hong Kong as a global trade hub

We thank all our speakers and attendees for contributing to a lively Q&A and knowledge exchange. Stay tuned for more events and insights as we continue to support our community in navigating a rapidly changing global marketplace.