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ETF Connect Program Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary with Significant Growth

Mainland China-Hong Kong ETF Connect Marks Two Years of Strengthened Market Integration, Expansion Expected to Boost Investment Options and Liquidity

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Diverse Industry Performance Highlighted in Q2 2024 GBA Business Confidence Report

Standard Chartered and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) released the Standard Chartered GBA Business Confidence Index (GBAI) for the second quarter of 2024.

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Hainan Free Trade Port Strengthens Ties with Swiss Businesses

On July 4, the Hainan Free Trade Port Medical & Health Industry Exchange Meeting was held in Zurich, Switzerland.

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Exploring the Vast Opportunities at China Trade Fairs

People visit the stands during The 114th China Import and Export Fair, known as Canton Fair, in Guangzhou, south Chinas Guangdong province, 15 October 2013.

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China Economic Daily Brief – July 4, 2024

China Economic Daily Brief Newsletter

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Huawei Expands Digital Training in Sub-Saharan Africa, Targeting 150,000 New Talents by 2027

Huawei LEAP Summit 2024 held on 28th June in Shanghai.

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Hainan Free Trade Port Strengthens Partnerships with European Businesses

On the afternoon of July 3, the ‘Invest in China’ Hainan Free Trade Port Europe Conference was held in Frankfurt, Germany.

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FHC Shanghai 2024: Discover the Future of Food at Asia’s Leading Trade Show

2024 Asia's Leading Food Trade Show FHC will Inspire Business Insights Among Numerous Brands.

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China Economic Daily Brief – July 2, 2024

China Economic Daily Brief Newsletter

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CBME China 2024: Premier Trade Fair for Children, Baby, and Maternity Products

The International Children, Baby, and Maternity Products Industry Expo 2024 (CBME China 2024)

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