TID / SUCCESS-supported Activities

I. Branding to Win Seminar 2026: Hong Kong．The Brands Hub for Going Global

(This seminar will be held at the CMA Building on 28 August 2026)

This seminar is co-organised by the Hong Kong Brand Development Council, the TID, the HKTDC and The Chinese Manufacturers’ Association of Hong Kong. Bringing together heavyweight scholars, industry experts, and brand leaders, this seminar will provide multi-dimensional insights into the latest trends and opportunities in Hong Kong’s brand development, and will offer an in-depth exploration of how enterprises can leverage Hong Kong’s strengths as a “Brands Hub” to set sail for international “blue seas”— expanding their global footprints while embarking on a new journey towards the higher echelons of the global value chain. (This seminar will be conducted in Cantonese and Putonghua.)

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II. Fashion Asia Hong Kong 2026: Fashion Challenges Forum and 10 Asian Designers To Watch Exhibition

(The Forum will be held at Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui on 4 September 2026)
(The Exhibition will be held at Peak Galleria from 3 to 13 September 2026)

FASHION ASIA HONG KONG (Fashion Asia), organised by Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC) and supported by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) as lead sponsor, is a flagship programme of the Hong Kong Fashion Fest which is presented by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Fashion Asia includes the ‘Fashion Challenges Forum’, the ‘10 Asian Designers to Watch’ Exhibition, networking events, the ‘Fashion Asia Digital Series’ online learning and exchange platform, etc. TID is one of the supporting organisations of Fashion Asia.

The Fashion Challenges Forum this year will continue to be the definitive dialogue platform for the global luxury and fashion sectors. The event will bring together premier industry leaders, esteemed curators, and creative masterminds from around the world to offer a macro perspective on the rapid evolution of consumer culture. A series of inspiring and profound discussions will delve into the commercial strategies and ecological blueprints driving the industry forward, providing actionable guidance for the next chapter of global fashion. (This Forum will be conducted in English.)

Marking the milestone 10th anniversary of the ’10 Asian Designers To Watch’ Exhibition, this annual highlight will kick off with a groundbreaking new format on 3 September 2026. This signature exhibition offers the public an intimate appreciation of exquisite craftsmanship and innovative silhouettes. Ten visionary designers, selected by a panel of industry experts, will unveil their curated collections showcasing the progressive aesthetics and meticulous craftsmanship of the new generation in Asia.

III. From Reports to Insights: How AI Is Transforming Financial Work (Online Course)

(This course will be live-streamed on 8 September 2026)

This course is offered by the HKPC. SUCCESS is one of the supporting organisations. This online course will feature an AI finance expert who will share the latest developments and actual application cases of AI and Generative AI in areas such as banking, insurance, accounting, and corporate finance. The speaker will also discuss data privacy, information security, regulatory requirements, and the principles of responsible use in AI applications, with a view to helping financial practitioners seize opportunities presented by these technologies while effectively managing related risks. (This course will be conducted in Cantonese.)

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Intellectual Property Department: IP Training Programme “IP105 Safeguarding Digital Identity: Domain Name Dispute Resolution”

(This course will be live-streamed and held at the VTC Tower, Wan Chai on 21 August 2026)

This new intellectual property (IP) course organised by the Intellectual Property Department and co-organised by the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre and the Asian Domain Name Dispute Resolution Centre is now open for registration.
 
The course will cover an overview of the domain name system, types of abuse and infringement (such as cybersquatting, phishing, typosquatting, etc.) and how to use a speedy and cost-effective specialised domain name dispute resolution process to protect IP.  It will include case studies and practical step by step guidance on how to file and succeed in a domain name dispute case. (The medium of instruction will be Cantonese, supplemented with English terms.)
 
This course is free for members of the “IP Manager Scheme PLUS”. Enterprises registered in Hong Kong can fill out the online form to join the Scheme for free, getting priority in course registration and special offers for their staff joining the IP Training Programme. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the course.
 
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2026 Guangdong/Hong Kong Seminar on Intellectual Property (IP) and Development of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) (Foshan)
The Beginning of the National 15th Five-Year Plan: Intellectual Property Layout, Strategies and Practices for Enterprises to Go Global

(This seminar will be held in Foshan City, Guangdong Province on 3 September 2026)

This seminar is jointly organised by the Intellectual Property Department of the HKSARG, HKTDC, the Guangdong Administration for Market Regulation (Guangdong Intellectual Property Administration) and the People’s Government of Foshan Municipality. This seminar aims to enhance the understanding of key practical issues covering cross-boundary intellectual property (IP) layout and dispute resolution among Hong Kong SMEs in Guangdong Province and Mainland enterprises, strengthen their capabilities to utilise IP protection and management strategies effectively when going global for business expansion in overseas markets, enabling enterprises to fully capitalise on the new development opportunities arising from the National 15th Five-Year Plan. (This seminar will be conducted in Putonghua)

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Labour Rights under Different Employment Patterns

Employees, except for those to whom the Employment Ordinance (Ordinance) does not apply, irrespective of their working hours and whether they are designated as “full-time”, “part-time”, “long term”, casual, temporary, substitute employees or remunerated on piece rate, are protected by the Ordinance and entitled to certain basic rights under the Ordinance such as wage payment protection, restriction on deduction from wages, taking statutory holidays and rights of participating in trade unions, etc.  An employee, who is employed under a “continuous contract” and meets the qualifying conditions under the Ordinance, is entitled to additional rights and benefits like rest days, pay for statutory holidays, annual leave with pay, sickness allowance and severance payment/ long service payment, etc.

For details, please refer to the following publication produced by the Labour Department:
“Labour Rights under Different Employment Patterns”

AFCD signs agreement with Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Qinghai Province to strengthen agricultural and fisheries co-operation

To promote exchanges and co-operation between Qinghai and Hong Kong in the agricultural and fisheries industries, and to establish communication mechanisms to drive sustainable and high-quality development for the industries in both places, the Director of Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation, Mr Mickey Lai, and Deputy Director-General of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Qinghai Province Mr Ji Huizong signed on 13 August 2026 an agreement on strengthening agricultural and fisheries co-operation between the Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Qinghai Province and the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department of the HKSARG.

Under the agreement, Hong Kong can accelerate the modernisation of local agricultural and fisheries industries by drawing on the advanced technology and rich experience of Qinghai Province, thereby improving production efficiency and product quality. Furthermore, the agreement will deepen trade co-operation in agricultural and fisheries products between the two places, creating new investment opportunities for Hong Kong's industry players, facilitating industrial upgrading and transformation, and promoting joint development and mutual benefits in the agricultural and fisheries industries for both places.

For relevant press release, please visit https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202608/13/P2026081300274.htm.

Rating and Valuation Department issues requisition forms

​The Rating and Valuation Department (RVD) sent out on 13 August 2026 about 390 000 requisition forms asking payers of rates and/or Government rent (payers) to provide occupation particulars, rents and tenancy details for different types of properties.

"The rental information collected will be used in a new round of general revaluation to reflect the latest market rental level of properties. The new rateable values will take effect on 1 April 2027," an RVD spokesman said.

"Whether their property is vacant, let or owner-occupied, payers should return the completed requisition form to the RVD within 21 calendar days from the date of issue. They can complete and submit an electronic form (Form e-R1A) by using the Electronic Submission of Forms service provided on the RVD website. The website also provides answers to commonly asked questions on completing the form. If they have difficulties in returning the form within the specified period, they must apply to the RVD in writing for an extension of time before the end of the specified period and should state their reasons."

Under the Rating Ordinance or the Government Rent (Assessment and Collection) Ordinance, any person who knowingly makes a false statement or refuses to furnish any of the particulars specified in the form commits an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a maximum fine of $25,000 or $10,000 respectively, and an additional fine equivalent to three times the amount of rates and/or Government rent undercharged.

Payers are reminded to pay sufficient postage if they return the form by post to ensure timely postal delivery. Underpaid mail items will not be accepted by the RVD.

For relevant press release, please visit https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202608/13/P2026081200327.htm.

 

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GDETO Newsletter

The latest issue of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Guangdong (GDETO) Newsletter has been published.

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Commercial Information Circulars (CICs) of the Mainland

The TID issued a number of Commercial Information Circulars (CICs) on the Mainland's trade and economic rules and regulations.  The latest CICs have been published.

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Overseas Market Regulations

The HKTDC gives guides and resources, as well as regulatory alert, on trade regulations of overseas markets.

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