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Coming just a few days after the implementation of the Closer Economic Partnership Agreement (Cepa) on January 1 and a flurry of positive economic indicators, this year's 30th edition is expected to draw in more overseas buyers and visitors. Benjamin Chau, exhibitions director of the Trade Development Council (TDC), the organiser of the fair, said: "This will offer increased opportunities for Hong Kong manufacturers as well as overseas companies who can link up with Hong Kong enterprises to tap into the huge mainland market." The Hong Kong International Stationery Fair will run concurrently with the Toys & Games Fair allowing buyers a one-stop-shop for toys and stationery. Spring edition of Electronics Fair will be launched Looking ahead to spring, Hong Kong's trade fair schedule is packed. The Fashion Week running concurrently with World Boutique Hong Kong (13-16 Jan) has lots of sourcing opportunities for garments while HOFEX 2004 will draw in the industry leaders from the hospitality sector. March and April see the International Jewellery Show (2-5 March), Interstoff Asia International Fabric Show (March 23-25) and the Asia Pacific Leather Fair (March 29-April1). Capitalising on the past success of the October Hong Kong Electronics Fair, TDC will be launching a spring edition from 14-17 April. Mr Chau says: "The continuous and strong demand from exhibitors reflects the product cycle is getting shorter. With this new show, buyers will be able to replenish stocks with newer models while keeping a good control of inventory level." The Houseware Fair (21-24 April) and the Gifts and Premium Fair (28 April -1 May) follow in April. Visiting trade fairs in Hong Kong remains one of the most successful ways to see what China has to offer. In the past two years, Chinese buyers and exhibitors have increased by 60 and 74 per cent respectively. Hong Kong is not called the trade fair capital for nothing. Click here for a full list of TDC events. January February HOFEX 2004 - The 10th Asian International Exhibition of Food & Drink April | |||||||||
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