International companies based in Hong Kong are gearing up to be involved in a US$20 billion investment in infrastructure as the Chinese mainland prepares for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. (full story)

Timothy Fok, the SAR’s first representative on the International Olympic Committee (IOC), says Hong Kong is “capable, poised and ready to be of service” if called upon to provide training facilities or stage supporting events for the Beijing Olympics. (full story)