The 63^rd Annual Dinner of FHKI was successfully held at Grand Hyatt Hong Kong on 31 July 2023. We were honoured to have the presence of esteemed guests, including the Hon John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR Government, and Yin Zhong-hua, Deputy Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR, as our Guests of Honor. The event attracted over 500 attendees, comprising senior government officials, representatives from trade and business associations, financial institutions, and academic institutions, which added vibrancy to the evening.

During the dinner, the Hon John Lee delivered a speech in which he congratulated Chairman Steve Chuang and the newly elected General Committee. He acknowledged FHKI's significant contributions in supporting the Government and assisting the industry in overcoming the challenges posed by the pandemic and achieving recovery over the past two years. The Chief Executive expressed confidence that FHKI would continue to collaborate closely with the Government, injecting fresh impetus into Hong Kong's economic development.

Mr Steve Chuang, our newly elected Chairman of FHKI, shared his vision for the development of Hong Kong's industries in his welcoming remarks. He expressed his aspiration for Hong Kong to become a premier international hub for innovation and technology, leveraging the opportunities presented by the development of the Northern Metropolis and the ASEAN region, thereby fostering unprecedented growth for the city's industries.

FHKI Honorary President Dr Sunny Chai extended his congratulations to Chairman Chuang and the newly elected General Committee. He also expressed gratitude to the outgoing General Committee for their valuable contributions. Dr Chai expressed confidence in the leadership of FHKI, emphasising their commitment to driving innovation and progress, and paving the way for a brighter chapter in Hong Kong's industrial development.

FHKI remains dedicated to its role as the voice for Hong Kong's industrial and business communities. We will continue to actively support and foster the dynamic growth of Hong Kong's industries, contributing to the prosperity of our city.