Profile of Hong Kong Trade Development Council

Organization background

This report is update of the original profile published by BSG in August 2008.

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory organization, officially established with its own ordinance. As such, it is not officially a part of the Hong Kong government. The HKTDC assists Hong Kong-based businesses to market their products and services to an international buying audience. The HKTDC organizes events and exhibitions, publishes sourcing magazines, offers training and advice and provides trade-related data and market intelligence through its website in an effort to promote Hong Kong merchandise and services.

Officially, the HKTDC website lists the following objectives as part of its mission:

• Develop and diversify markets for Hong Kong companies
• Promote Hong Kong's products and services in world markets
• Promote Hong Kong's leading role as an international business hub for services and information
• Enhance Hong Kong's position as the pre-eminent international business city of China
• Enhance Hong Kong's standing as a partner and platform for global business and supporter of free trade.