06May

Support “Smoke-free Sportswear Day 2026”

The World Health Organization (WHO) designates 31 May of each year as the World No Tobacco Day (WNTD). Smoke-free Publicity Progamme for WNTD is launched by Hong Kong Council on Smoking and Health (COSH) annually to urge the public to promote the smoke-free messages and encourage more smokers around the world to quit smoking. “Smoke-free Sportswear Day 2026” on 31 May will be organized by COSH for soliciting public support by wearing sportswear and doing exercises, in order to encourage smokers to kick the habit, create a smoke-free social environment and move towards a tobacco-free Hong Kong.   “Team Up to Quit!”： https://youtu.be/faI_KprtdQw?si=OtrY0Pl93oqJ9KLU Hong Kong Council on Smoking and Health
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04Feb

Labour Department – Revised “Guidance Notes on Safe Use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms”

Revised "Guidance Notes on Safe Use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms"   Dear Sir/ Madam,   The Labour Department (LD) launched the revised "Guidance Notes on Safe Use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms" (GNs) today to call on duty holders of workplaces to enhance safety measures in preventing accidents.  
  1. In response to accidents involving mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) at various workplaces in recent years, the LD has revised and renamed the original “Guidance Notes on Safe Use of Power-operated Elevating Work Platforms”, incorporating common causes of the accidents and preventative measures.  Major revisions include:
 
  • further specifying training requirements for operators, including both theoretical and practical training.  After the completion of the training, operators should duly pass appropriate assessments to become competent operators; and
  • adding new operational requirements:
    • installation of effective secondary guarding devices to eliminate the risk of workers being trapped by overhead or adjacent structures or obstacles;
    • conducting regular non-destructive tests on critical load-bearing components to ensure load-bearing structures and supporting structures of MEWPs are in good condition; as well as
  • formulating emergency rescue plans to respond to emergency situations so as to reduce injuries and fatalities.
 
  1. A grace period is provided for the new requirements of operator training and installation of secondary guarding devices until 31 December 2026 (i.e. taking effect on 1 January 2027).  The industry must seize the time to make sufficient preparation before the grace period expires.
 
  1. The GNs can be downloaded from the LD’s website (www.labour.gov.hk/eng/public/os/C/EWP.pdf) .  Enquiries on the GNs can be made at 2542 2172.
  Best regards,   (CHOI Yuen-ching) for Commissioner for Labour  
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19Jan

二零二六年農曆新年 – 堆填區及廢物轉運站開放時間

敬啟者：   現通知 貴機構及會員，本署轄下堆填區及廢物轉運站於二零二六年農曆新年期間的開放時間已作出更新，詳情請參閱附件。   EPD_to_trade_2026年農曆新年堆填區及廢物轉運站開放時間    如有任何查詢，可致電本署馮修朗先生  (電話：2872 1631)。   謹祝  商褀及新年進步。   環境保護署謹啟
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12Nov

BEC EnviroSeries Conference Nov 2025: Hong Kong’s Green Gateway: Powering, Building and Connecting a Sustainable Belt and Road

China's Belt and Road (“B&R”) Initiative is reshaping global trade and development, presenting both immense opportunities and a critical need for sustainable practices. As a leading international financial centre and a strategic gateway connecting Chinese Mainland with the world, Hong Kong is uniquely positioned to drive the green transformation of the B&R Initiative.
This role is strongly endorsed by the HKSAR Government. The Chief Executive’s 2025 Policy Address explicitly commits to deepening green co-operation with Belt and Road countries by establishing a B&R sustainable green development training centre and jointly setting up a co-operation platform in Hong Kong with the B&R Initiative International Green Development Coalition. This platform will serve as a launchpad for an international forum focused on green innovation, cementing Hong Kong's status as a hub for sustainable development dialogue. This conference will explore how Hong Kong can leverage its world-class expertise to support this vision across four critical domains: its excellence in infrastructure engineering and financing, leadership in green real estate and urban development, innovation in the clean energy transition, and unparalleled capabilities in sustainable transport and logistics. By convening leaders and practitioners, this conference aims to forge partnerships and showcase actionable solutions to build a greener, more resilient Belt and Road. In this Conference, we aim to:
  • Identify the critical sustainable development needs and validate promising green transition opportunities within Belt and Road countries, particularly in Asia.
  • Demonstrate the expertise of Hong Kong's leading companies by sharing practical case studies and successful projects in infrastructure, real estate, energy, and logistics across the BRI, Chinese Mainland, and Hong Kong.
  • Articulate and promote Hong Kong's unique role as a central hub for green finance, technology, and professional services, catalysing support for the sustainable development of Belt and Road nations.
  Event Date: 28 Nov 2025 Event Time: 9:25 AM - 4:50 PM Venue: Silverbox Ballroom, Level 1, Hotel ICON and Online Contact: 2784 3922 Email: event@bec.org.hk   Programme and Speakers   Registration Fee Online Pass: Free of charge   In-person Pass: Non-BEC Member: HK$900 per head Discount for BEC Member: BEC Council Member (20%): HK$720 per head BEC Corporate Member (15%): HK$765 per head BEC General Member (10%): HK$810 per head BEC Affiliate Member (10%): HK$810 per head Group Discount (3 or more participants registered at the same time): BEC Member: HK$540 per head (40% discount) Non-BEC Member: HK$630 per head (30% discount) **Discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other discounts. In-person Pass Includes:
  • Access to all sessions and online sessions throughout the day
  • Networking opportunities with industry professionals
  • Lunch provided
For enquiries, please contact us at event@bec.org.hk or 2784 3922.
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02Sep

The 20th Eco Expo Asia Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality 28TH – 31ST OCTOBER 2025

The 20th Eco Expo Asia

Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality

28TH – 31ST OCTOBER 2025

Eco Expo Asia is a prominent global trade platform which enables business, partnerships, and advancements in sustainable environmental solutions. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd., co-organised by the Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), the fair provides bountiful of B2G, B2B, and B2C opportunities, backed by support from government bodies, associations and businesses in Hong Kong, Mainland China and internationally. Eco Expo Asia marks its 20th edition this year. Under the theme “Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality”, the expo will focus on key areas such as green building technologies, waste management, renewable energy, green finance, green and smart mobility. The event will continue to promote startups and support research institutes to showcase R&D achievements. “Eco Asia Conference” and other concurrent seminars will be featured again, addressing various environmental issues and hot topics, along with a series of product demonstrations, providing participants with valuable insights and networking opportunities. With its strategic location in Hong Kong, the fair aims to connect international businesses with thriving regional markets in Mainland China and ASEAN, serving as a bridge for green innovation and sustainable development. Fair Dates
  • 28 – 31 Oct 2025 (Physical Fair)
  • 21 Oct – 7 Nov 2025 (Click2Match (Online))
Venue (Physical) AsiaWord-Expo, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong Organisers Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd Co-organiser: Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR)   Fair Highlights:
  • Green buildings technology & services
  • Green and smart mobility
  • New energy & energy efficiency
  • Eco-friendly products
  • Green finance & ESG-related services
  • Startup Zone
  • Waste management and circular economy
  • Air quality
  • Water treatment and quality management
  Admission Trade Day (28 – 30 Oct 2025): Free admission to trade visitors aged 18 or above only, trade visitors must present their admission badges upon request during the fair. (All exhibits are for display only and not for sale) Trade and Public Day (31 Oct 2025): Free admission to all visitors (Part of exhibits will be for sale)   Enquiries Phone:                          (852) 1830 668 Fax:                               (852) 2824 0026 Email address:          exhibitions@hktdc.org Website:                   www.ecoexpoasia.com Register Now for Your FREE Badge!  https://tinyurl.com/4k7ncjyw
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28May

邵家輝議員辦事處 – 有關強積金「全自由行」立法建議

各位商會領導及業界朋友：   立法會財經事務委員會將會討論政府提出的強積金「全自由行」立法建議。政府建議分兩階段完成立法工作，先於2025年內完成為新聘僱員的方案（首階段方案）提供法律依據，再於2026年內展開餘下的修例工作，落實現有僱員的方案（次階段方案）。   首階段方案（適用於新聘僱員）的運作模式與「僱員自選安排」大致相同，透過僱員自選強積金計劃的 個人帳戶 ，接收由僱主參加的強積金計劃的供款帳戶轉出的僱主強制性供款。   至於次階段方案（適用於現有僱員），透過僱員自選強積金計劃的 專項帳戶 ，接收由僱主參加的強積金計劃的供款帳戶轉出的僱主強制性供款。這是由於仍有需要區分及追蹤僱主強制性供款的轉移，以作可能的強積金「對沖」之用。   就轉移次數方面，政府建議沿用現時「僱員自選安排」的轉移機制，即一般情況下每個公曆年內一次。   詳情請參閱以下的政府討論文件： https://www.legco.gov.hk/yr2025/chinese/panels/fa/papers/fa20250602cb1-918-3-c.pdf   如有任何意見，歡迎與我們聯絡。謝謝。   邵家輝議員辦事處謹啟
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27May

Labour Department：Briefing on the Abolition of MPF Offsetting Arrangement

The abolition of MPF offsetting arrangement took effect on 1 May 2025 to improve the retirement protection of employees.  The Government on the same day launched the 25-year Subsidy Scheme for Abolition of MPF Offsetting Arrangement (SSA) to share out the severance payment/long service payment expenses of employers after the abolition.

 

The Labour Department will hold a briefing to enhance employers’ and employees’ understanding of the abolition of MPF offsetting arrangement and SSA.  Employers, employees and human resources practitioners are welcome to attend.  Details of the briefing are as follows:

 

Date : 26 June 2025
Time : 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

(Registration starts at 3:15 pm)
Venue : Hall, North Point Community Hall, 123 Java Road, North Point (also online in real time via Zoom)
Content : Key features of the abolition of MPF offsetting arrangement, the calculation of severance payment/long service payment after the abolition, and the main points of SSA
Language : Cantonese
Admission : Free

 

Please feel free to further distribute this message to your members.  Due to limited quotas, enrolment is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Interested participants are invited to complete the attached enrolment form and submit it by email to ebsd_briefing@labour.gov.hk on or before 18 June 2025 (Wednesday).

 

[See attachment "Enrolment Form_June_(e).pdf"]

 

The Labour Department will notify the applicant the result by email within 5 working days upon receipt of the enrolment form.  Please check whether the email is mistakenly sent to junk mail folder if no notification is received.

 

For enquiries, please contact Miss YU at 2852 3921.

 

Employment Benefits Support Division

Labour Department

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27May

競爭事務委員會首次舉辦「中小企競爭法合規培訓課程」（以廣東話進行）（6月20日下午）— 優先報名 !

競爭事務委員會（競委會）訂於 2025 年 6 月 20日（星期五）首次舉辦「中小企競爭法合規培訓課程」，以實體形式進行。競委會不同部門的專業代表，除了講解《競爭條例》重點，亦會仔細分析本港的案例，協助中小企作風險評估及制定合規計劃。

 

參加者可獲頒發出席證書。此培訓課程費用全免，由於名額有限，會以先到先得原則處理！

 

報名︰https://www.compcomm.hk/tc/media/campaigns_events/events_apply.php?id=20250506100725233499

 

活動詳情︰

活動︰ 中小企競爭法合規培訓課程（以廣東話進行）
主辦︰ 競爭事務委員會
日期︰ 2025年6月20日（星期五）
時間︰ 下午2時45分至5時30分
形式︰ 以實體形式進行
地點︰ 競爭事務委員會

（香港黃竹坑黃竹坑道8號South Island Place19樓）
對象︰ 中小企
證書︰ 參加者可獲頒發出席證書
議程︰ 2:30-2:45pm：登記

2:45-2:50pm：歡迎辭

2:50-3:35pm：《競爭條例》主要內容

·        《條例》下該做及不該做的事

·        如何辨識市場上的反競爭行為

·        調查及執法工具

·        《寬待政策》與《合作及和解政策》

3:35-4:30pm：競爭法真實案例分析

4:30-4:40pm：小休

4:40-5:10pm：簡介「中小企競爭法合規資訊站」

·        風險評估

·        我是受害者嗎？

·        競爭法合規計劃範本

5:10-5:30pm：答問環節

 
語言︰ 廣東話

 

如  閣下有任何查詢，歡迎與郭小姐聯絡（電話： +852 3462 2118；電郵：event@compcomm.hk）。

 

競爭事務委員會（香港）

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28Mar

LD – Online Briefing on the Abolition of MPF Offsetting Arrangement

Online Briefing on the Abolition of MPF Offsetting Arrangement   The Government will abolish the MPF offsetting arrangement on 1 May 2025 to improve the retirement protection of employees.  The Government will at the same time launch the 25-year Subsidy Scheme for Abolition of MPF Offsetting Arrangement (SSA) to share out the severance payment/long service payment expenses of employers after the abolition.   The Labour Department will hold an online briefing to enhance employers’ and employees’ understanding of the abolition of MPF offsetting arrangement and SSA.  Employers, employees and human resources practitioners are welcome to attend.  Details of the briefing are as follows:  
Date : Session A – 30 April 2025 (Wednesday) Session B – 13 May 2025 (Tuesday) * Contents of both sessions are identical.  Interested participants should only attend either one of the two sessions
Time : 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm (Online registration starts at 3:10 pm)
Platform : Real-time video conference using Zoom (Participants are required to arrange their own computers or mobile devices with internet access)
Content : Key features of the abolition of MPF offsetting arrangement, the calculation of severance payment/long service payment after the abolition, and the main points of SSA
Language : Cantonese
Admission : Free
  Please feel free to further distribute this message to your members.  Due to limited quotas, enrolment is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Interested participants are invited to complete the attached enrolment form and submit it by email to ebsd_briefing@labour.gov.hk on or before 15 April 2025 (Tuesday).   [See attachment "Enrolment Form_webinar_Eng.pdf"] Enrolment Form_webinar_Eng   For enquiries, please contact Miss YU at 2852 3921.     Employment Benefits Support Division Labour Department
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