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Bite size local news, Post reports and activity summaries wrapped by ATO Hong Kong. In this issue: Triumphant Return of The Great American Texas BBQ; Hong Kong Exports Likely to Face Significant Challenges; Call to Develop In-depth Tourism...

Bite size local news, Post reports and activity summaries wrapped by ATO Hong Kong. In this issue: Ginseng Board of Wisconsin Shares Ginseng Love at Festival’s Press Event; China – U.S. Meeting Sends Positive Signals for Global Economic Recovery; Hong Kong Lowers Full-year Growth Forecast to 3.2 Percent...

In 2023, Hong Kong did not have any policy changes to regulations pertaining to genetically engineered (GE) products, while monitoring the development of synthetic biology.

Bite size local news, Post reports and activity summaries wrapped by ATO Hong Kong.

This report provides guidelines on Hong Kong’s food import regulations. For the 2023 FAIRS report, the following changes have been made: 1) Section II – Labeling. Effective December 1, 2023, food containing hydrogenated oils must be labeled, 2) Instructions for brand name and food name on package have been updated...

Hong Kong does not have any certification changes for food imports since the last report submitted in July 2022.

Bite size local news, Post reports and activity summaries wrapped by ATO Hong Kong. In this issue: ATO Joins California Wine Institute to Kick Off California Wine Month; Financial Secretary Uncertain Hong Kong Can Achieve Growth Relying Only on Local Consumption and Tourism

The Hong Kong government (HKG) has launched a public consultation process on proposed amendments to its Preservatives in Food Regulations. Interested parties are welcome to submit comments before August 28, 2023.

Bite size local news, Post reports and activity summaries wrapped by ATO Hong Kong. In this issue: ATO Kicks Off Summer 2023 In-Store Retail Promotions; Most Business Receipts in Hong Kong Scored Two-digit Improvement for the First Quarter 2023; Hong Kong is Growing Faster Than Singapore