The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) has launched a series of community-wide activities to celebrate its 60th anniversary, including a themed tram, a Design Gallery campaign with discounts, and forums featuring current and former chairmen. The activities aim to engage the public and underscore the HKTDC's role in linking Hong Kong to global markets.
At the heart of the celebrations is a limited-edition tram featuring the HKTDC's anniversary theme "Connect the World, Shape the Future," now running across Hong Kong Island. The tram brings the celebratory spirit into the community, symbolizing the HKTDC's continued role in linking Hong Kong with the global market while partnering with stakeholders to shape the future. Professor Frederick Ma, HKTDC Chairman, and Sophia Chong, HKTDC Executive Director, along with senior management, attended a photo session with the themed tram.
Among the celebratory initiatives, the "Design Gallery: 60 Celebratory Deals" campaign is offering discounts of up to 40% on more than 20 selected items, with a third round of promotions launching in July. The offer covers a wide range of categories including gifts, homeware, and fashion accessories. Featured items include a CARDHODA RFID coin and card holder, a DITTO DITTO Hong Kong Skyline pattern washi tape set, a FAUX X MARIKO JESSE Hong Kong Toile Bone China Mug, PAIR PAIR FULL "Weaving the Future" socks, and a TACS stainless steel watch. These products allow the public to purchase creative items at attractive prices while experiencing Hong Kong's design excellence.
Other anniversary activities will be rolled out progressively, including "60 Book Fair Super Passes" during the Hong Kong Book Fair and "Food Expo VIP Tickets Giveaway." These initiatives will celebrate the HKTDC's milestone with the wider community, with details to be announced on the HKTDC's social media platforms.
The HKTDC, established in 1966 as a statutory body to promote, assist, and develop Hong Kong's trade, now operates over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland. It promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub, organizing international exhibitions, conferences, and business missions to create opportunities for companies, particularly SMEs. The HKTDC also provides market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels.
The 60th anniversary celebrations underscore the HKTDC's enduring impact on Hong Kong's trade and its continued relevance in connecting the city to global markets. As the council reflects on six decades of service, these community activities aim to engage the public and highlight its contributions to Hong Kong's economic development.
For more information on the HKTDC's 60th anniversary activities, visit https://60.hktdc.com/en/activities. The Design Gallery online shop can be accessed at https://dghk-eshop.hktdc.com/. A video of the themed tram is available on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7475064051211997185/.
