Fung Global Institute Vice President of Research and former WTO Chief Economist Dr Patrick Low said at a Chamber luncheon that the value of services is usually poorly understood but becoming more important. Services are important sources of process innovation, as well as in bundled combinations with goods-driven research and development. For example, he said a case study revealed that 43 different services are involved in a Hong Kong watch manufacturer’s business.

Bernice Lee, an etiquette consultant, guided 24 members on the finer points of business and dining etiquette during a luncheon workshop at La Parole, a Social Enterprise, on 5 June. Owing to the overwhelming response, the Chamber will organize another “Business over Meals Etiquette” workshop on 14 July.

Chief Executive C Y Leung called on the Chamber on 4 June to meet with members of the Chamber’s General Committee and Chamber Council for the first Council meeting following HKGCC’s Annual General Meeting. Chairman Y K Pang shared with the CE the views and concerns of the business community.

Ms Christine Loh, Under Secretary for the Environment presented the Government’s key considerations in shaping the development of Hong Kong’s electricity market, and exchanged views with members on policy implications for the business sector.