Message from the Consul General

Message from the Consul General

I am very glad to send my best wishes of Merry Christmas to the members of the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and Macao.

It is time to say goodbye to 2021 and look to the New Year with confidence and optimism.

Italy is set to bounce back stronger than before the pandemic.

In a still challenging global environment, our Country’s GDP is expected to increase by more than 6 per cent this year. Our export of trade is at its historical high. The national recovery plan, supported by the European Union, will drive growth, innovation, ecological transition and social inclusion in the next five years.

Hong Kong is finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

Despite harsh travel restrictions affecting our lives and our business, the local economic situation is improving. There are good chances to see the border with Mainland China reopened soon. The Hong Kong Government is launching an array of new investment programs designed to promote its standing as international trade, shipping and financial hub, in line with national priorities.

These positive trends are going to create business and investment opportunities for Italian corporations operating in Hong Kong as well as for Hong Kong companies doing business with Italy.

The Consulate General, the Italian Trade Agency and the Chamber of Commerce are here to support the development of economic and financial ties between Italy and the special administrative region of Hong Kong.

I trust that a shiny New Year is waiting for us.

I wish you all a very Merry Christmas (Buon Natale) and a blessed and successful New Year (Felice Anno Nuovo)!

Auguri!

Clemente Contestabile - Consul General of Italy in Hong Kong