Objective Hong Kong and Zhaoqing are a winning combination for US firms looking to expand in China. The Greater Peal River Delta (PRD), which includes Hong Kong, Macau and the PRD Economic Development Zone portion of Guangdong Province (Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan, Foshan, Zhongzhan, Zhuhai, Jiangmen and parts of Huizhou and Zhaoqing) has a total population of some 54 million. With its total GDP and exports exceeding USD 472 million and USD 600 million respectively, the Greater PRD is China's most affluent region with rapidly expanding purchasing power. This seminar is designed to highlight growth opportunities available for your company in Hong Kong and Zhaoqing. Learn how US companies can benefit from establishing their regional headquarters in Hong Kong and making use of this strategic location to oversee their manufacturing facilities and sales operations in the Greater PRD region. Case studies and practical tips will be presented to help you capitalise on the advantages in China. An excellent opportunity to network with high-level government officials and business executives.

Outline Date: Monday, 9 June 2008 Venue: The Palmer House Hilton, Empire Room 17 East, Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois, US Organisers: Invest Hong Kong Zhaoqing Municipal Government Co-organisers: Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (New York) Hong Kong Trade Development Council Supporting Organisations: Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Illinois IT Association International Trade Association of Greater Chicago US China Business Association     Registration Registration Fee: FREE How to Register: All participants are requested to register online. Please click below to complete your registration.