Joyful Companion Wellness Carnival promotes public awareness of physical and mental well-being
The "City Companion" Community Alliance on Promoting Mental Health, established by the Auxiliary Medical Service, the Baptist Oi Kwan Social Service, the Hong Kong Lutheran Social Service, the Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), the SideBySide and the Mental Health Association of Hong Kong, held its Joyful Companion Wellness Carnival today (November 23). The carnival featured a variety of activities, including game booths, a health sharing session and health consultations, with a view to promoting public awareness of the importance of physical and mental well-being.
The launching ceremony was officiated by the Director of Health, Dr Ronald Lam; Legislative Council Member Dr Tik Chi-yuen; and the President of the HKMU, Professor Paul Lam. Speaking at the ceremony, Dr Lam said that the Government has long been attaching great importance to mental health of members of the public and strives to conduct promotion and public education for all ages. In terms of prevention, the public can browse the "Shall We Talk" online platform to have a better understanding of mental health. To identify those who are in need at an early stage, the Government has launched the "18111 - Mental Health Support Hotline", and encourages those who might have mental health needs and their carers to call for timely support.
Addressing the ceremony, Professor Lam expressed his gratitude on behalf of the Alliance for the support from all parties in raising public awareness of physical and mental health. In response to initiatives promoting mental health in "The Chief Executive's 2024 Policy Address" and to reflect the tripartite collaboration among the Government, the community and the universities, the Alliance has proactively organised a range of activities over the past six months, including school education, student training, community outreach, and other mental health support services, benefiting over 3 300 individuals.
Through this community carnival, the Alliance hopes to convey a message of facing mental health issues with optimism and positivity, reducing social stigmas towards mental illness, and encouraging mutual support in creating a healthy and harmonious community.
Joyful Companion Wellness Carnival promotes public awareness of physical and mental well-being Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Joyful Companion Wellness Carnival promotes public awareness of physical and mental well-being Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
InvestHK highlights Hong Kong's advantages as international asset and wealth management hub at Lugano Finance Forum
Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion at Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK), Mr Charles Ng, spoke at the Lugano Finance Forum in Switzerland on November 19 (Lugano time). The gathering, which focused on asset management, investment tools and fundamental analysis, gathered a diverse array of investors and financial professionals. Mr Ng spoke in the panel discussion titled "Navigating Global Finance: Lessons from Luxembourg, Liechtenstein, and Hong Kong".
During the discussion, Mr Ng emphasised Hong Kong's pivotal role as a premier global asset and wealth management hub, in light of recent developments and policies that significantly bolster its competitive edge.
Mr Ng stated, "As highlighted in the recent Policy Address delivered by our Chief Executive in October, we are committed to further cementing Hong Kong's status as an international asset and wealth management centre. The Policy Address introduced vital measures, such as expanding cross-boundary financial services and enhancing green finance, aimed at attracting global investors and creating a vibrant and supportive environment for wealth management firms to thrive."
Furthermore, during his visit to London, Lugano, Milan and Paris from November 17 to 22, Mr Ng engaged in meetings and events, including the one with the Head of International Relations of the AIFO, the Italian Association of Family Offices,Mr Emanuele Giangreco, and President, Italy-Hong Kong Association,Mr Riccardo Fuochi, to explore avenues to strengthen business relations between Hong Kong and Europe.
"It was a pleasure to have met the representatives of the InvestHK's Family Office team and to have had the opportunity to discuss possible areas of co-operation, in order to foster mutual understanding between the Italian and Hong Kong family offices." Mr Emanuele Giangreco said.
"Hong Kong's strategic position as a gateway between East and West, coupled with its transparent regulatory framework and business-friendly tax regime, offers unparalleled opportunities for businesses aiming to expand their presence in Asia," Mr Riccardo Fuochi said.
As a member of the Network of Family Office Service Providers, Deloitte Hong Kong has helped facilitate high-level meetings with family office representatives and wealth managers. In these engagements, InvestHK showcased Hong Kong's unparalleled advantages and strategic initiatives tailored for global family offices. Notably, one such meeting was conducted at the London office of Mishcon de Reya, a renowned private client law firm known for its close collaboration with some of the world's most high-profile international ultra-high-net-worth families.
During the meeting in Milan, Partner of Deloitte, Mr Olderigo Fantacci, who is leading the Deloitte corridor between Hong Kong and Italy family offices, emphasised the potential investment opportunties for both sides. "The family offices business today has a lot of similarities to the private equity business during the 1980s and 1990s. Few people knew what it was and where it could go. Family offices investments are the new frontier and, considering the family business tradition of Italy and Hong Kong, a structured corridor with the support of Hong Kong Government bode well for fruitful and prosperous connections leading to a reinvigorated mutual flow of investment between the two economies".
Through these international engagements in Lugano, London, Milan and Paris, InvestHK continues to demonstrate Hong Kong's robust infrastructure, strategic initiatives, and commitment to excellence in asset and wealth management. These efforts are complemented by ongoing collaborations with global partners, ensuring the city remains at the forefront of the international financial community.
InvestHK highlights Hong Kong's advantages as international asset and wealth management hub at Lugano Finance Forum Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
InvestHK highlights Hong Kong's advantages as international asset and wealth management hub at Lugano Finance Forum Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
InvestHK highlights Hong Kong's advantages as international asset and wealth management hub at Lugano Finance Forum Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
InvestHK highlights Hong Kong's advantages as international asset and wealth management hub at Lugano Finance Forum Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
