HKTDC Nairobi

Happy holidays from the HKTDC! Wishing you good health, peace and prosperity this holiday season.

Hong Kong start-up PharmCare has created an innovative #medication dispensing and tracking software designed to enhance #pharmacy operations and patient safety. The software predicts when patients require medications and aids in their timely intake, while also allowing pharmacies to comprehensively manage dispensing records. PharmCare's impact on medication management has garnered multiple awards, including being recognised as one of the ten winners of Start-Up Express 2024. Start-Up Express is a year-round entrepreneurship development programme organised by the #HKTDC, offering comprehensive support for #startups to scale and expand internationally. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zJS2WB Read the full story on HKMB: https://bit.ly/3Zvgx2P

Hong Kong start-up Libpet Tech has designed an advanced #wheelchair to improve the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges. The wheelchair collects data on the surrounding environment using cameras, ultrasound beams and infrared scanning for AI analysis to plot optimal travel paths and avoid obstacles. It also has potential applications in health monitoring, language learning and entertainment. Libpet Tech has recently been recognised as one of the ten winners of #HKTDC’s Start-Up Express 2024. The Start-Up Express programme is a year-round entrepreneurship development initiative that offers extensive support for #startups to scale and expand internationally. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zJS2WB Read the full story on #HKMB: https://bit.ly/3ZGPToO

Discover a wide range of innovative educational #toys designed to stimulate learning and creativity, from engaging puzzles to interactive #games, at the Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, taking place on 6-9 January at the HKCEC! The fair will run concurrently with the #HongKong Baby Products Fair (https://bit.ly/3OJdPll) and International #Stationery and School Supplies Fair (https://bit.ly/4gnr9HM). Register now: https://bit.ly/4g2SyhS Learn more about the Hong Kong Toys and Games Fair: https://bit.ly/4f77hYq

Join the Asian Financial Forum (#AFF) 2025 as thought leaders explore 12 significant themes shaping the future of #finance and #investment! Discover insights on global #economic outlook, monetary policies, opportunities in China, the latest #sustainability reporting standards, investment interests for family offices, #fintech innovations, offerings in #digital assets and more. Register now: https://bit.ly/4grSJnT Follow @Asian Financial Forum (AFF) for the latest updates!

In this #HKTDC "One minute with" interview, Philip R. Wyllie of FreightPartner (South Africa) talks about the #ALMAC conference as a crucial networking event in the #logistics industry, highlighting the quality of the discussions, senior-level representation and the thematic focus that aligns well with current market trends. He also discusses how #HongKong serves as an ideal location for business expansion, owing to its accessibility, robust legal framework and ease of doing business. Watch the full interview: https://lnkd.in/gkcMx2mc Learn more about ALMAC: https://bit.ly/3CEqlj9

The Business of IP Asia Forum (#BIPAsia) successfully concluded on 6 December, with over 3,000 participants, 100 speakers and 60 exhibitors from around the world. The event brought together international IP owners, users, investors, experts and industry leaders to discuss #IP commercialisation, valuation, and emerging trends in #innovation and #technology. The forum’s diverse lineup of speakers explored key topics such as #AI ethics, IP financing, and content IP monetisation, ultimately reinforcing #HongKong’s position as a leading hub for innovation and knowledge exchange. Revisit the forum session online via video on demand. Register now for the video pass: https://bit.ly/47DVIWs Read the full press release here: https://bit.ly/3OOKZjC

The #StartupExpressInternational 2024 – Meet the Global Winners session, held during #EntrepreneurDay (E-Day), garnered an enthusiastic response, attracting over 250 participants. Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), presented awards to the seven winning #startups. Additionally, 15 global start-ups shared their entrepreneurial journeys and development plans. Speakers from Invest Hong Kong, Cyberport, HKSTP, HSITP and Gobi Partners also provided valuable insights into the advantages of #HongKong during the panel discussion. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4be0qdW

Business links between Hong Kong and ASEAN are growing strongly, in response to the Hong Kong SAR Government’s commitment to expanding #trade with its second-largest trading partner. HKMB talks to Agnes Chan, Chairman of the #HongKong General Chamber of Commerce (#HKGCC) and a key member of the business delegation to Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam led by Chief Executive John Lee earlier this year. During the visit, the HKGCC signed agreements with counterpart organisations in Vietnam and Cambodia and outlined forthcoming activities to provide market intelligence and networking opportunities. By 2025, the HKGCC plans to strengthen its collaboration with chambers and consulates in #ASEAN countries to expand business networks and exchange information about Hong Kong's capabilities. Read the full story on #HKMB: https://bit.ly/49xVnWw

Discover a diverse selection of products from traditional #toys to smart #tech innovations and connect with quality suppliers and industry leaders from around the world at the #HongKong Toys & Games Fair, taking place on 6-9 January at HKCEC. The fair runs concurrently with the Hong Kong Baby Products Fair (https://bit.ly/3OJdPll) and International Stationery and School Supplies Fair (https://bit.ly/4gnr9HM). Register now: https://bit.ly/4g2SyhS Learn more about the Hong Kong Toys and Games Fair: https://bit.ly/4f77hYq