China appeal draws international buyers to Hong Kong trade fairs ( 01/02/2004 )
  
 
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The Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair is the third largest in the world and was attended by some 1,800 exhibitors

Hong Kong's trade fair calendar got off to a strong start in 2004, with international buyers reporting strong interest from Chinese buyers and manufacturers.

"We were particularly pleased with the amount of business we did with Chinese buyers," said Frederic Ivart, sales director of Swedish sportswear brand, Rohnisch. "We were also pleased with the quality of garments available in Hong Kong," said Mr Ivart who exhibited at the Hong Kong Fashion Week [Jan 13-16].

Florence Chenard, president of French jewellery manufacturer Chenard Alexandre, agreed. "The amazing economic expansion of the Chinese mainland makes Hong Kong a very attractive base for accessing opportunities in that market," she said.

Ms Chenard also highlighted the international flavour of the event. "So many different nationalities of buyers come to Hong Kong, not only from the Chinese mainland and Asia, but also from the Americas, Europe and Australia."

Fashion Week was the second major trade fair of the year, following the Hong Kong Toys & Games fair, which attracted 1,800 exhibitors from around the world.

New fairs launched to meet high demand and shorter product cycles

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Hong Kong Fashion Week is an ideal platform for overseas exhibitors to reach mainland buyers

 
Hong Kong remains the most popular trade fair location in Asia, with international and mainland Chinese companies using the events to buy, sell and keep ahead of industry trends.

To cater for the growing demand and shorter product cycles, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council has launched new shows and updated existing formats to provide a better service to exhibitors and buyers.

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The months ahead ...




February

HOFEX 2004 - The 10th Asian International Exhibition of Food & Drink
HOFEX 2004 - The 10th Asian International Exhibition of Hospitality Equipment, Supplies & Technology
The 17th Asian Trade Promotion Forum (ATPF) in Hong Kong
2004 Hong Kong International Fur and Fashion Fair


March
Hong Kong International Jewellery Show
Interstoff Asia Spring 2004 International Fabric Show
Fashion Access - Handbags, Travelware, Footwear, Leather Garments and Fashion Accessories (an APLF Fair)
Materials, Manufacturing and Technology (an APLF Fair)

April
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring edition)
International ICT Expo at Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) 2004
Hong Kong Houseware Fair
Hong Kong Gifts and Premium Fair



 
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