Temporary Suspension of Poultry Imports from Modena, Parma and Novara
The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department in Hong Kong and the Centre for Food Safety have announced a temporary suspension on the import of poultry (including carcasses, cuts and offal) and poultry products (including eggs) intended for human consumption from provinces of Modena, Parma and Novara in Italy. The decision has been taken as a precaution […]
Read moreItalian Excellence Celebrated at the Gala Dinner of the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and Macao
The annual Gala Dinner of the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and Macao was held in Hong Kong, gathering over 400 distinguished guests. The event once again reaffirmed its role as a prominent occasion for networking and as a key platform to promote and celebrate the excellence of Made in Italy in the […]
Read moreHing Chao, Officer of the Order of the Star of Italy
The Consulate General of Italy in Hong Kong and Macao is pleased to announce that Mr. Hing Chao, Executive Chairman of Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Limited (“Wah Kwong”), has been bestowed with the Ufficiale dell’Ordine della Stella d’Italia (Officer of the Order of the Star of Italy), for his outstanding contribution to strengthening economic and […]
Read more“Italian Flavour” – A Concert by Duo Gazzana in Hong Kong
On 27 October, “Italian Flavour – A Concert by Duo Gazzana”, organized by the Consulate General of Italy in Hong Kong, took place at the Hong Kong City Hall Theatre. The Duo Gazzana, formed by sisters Natascia (violin) and Raffaella Gazzana (piano), performed for an audience of over 300 guests, including representatives of the local […]
Read moreHONG KONG BUSINESS OF DESIGN WEEK 2025: FOCUS ON ITALY. OPENING OF THE EXHIBITION ‘FABRICa’
Hong Kong, 25 October 2025 — The exhibition FABRICa: Italian Textile Style and Innovation was inaugurated today at the DX Design Hub in Hong Kong. The initiative is promoted by the Consulate General of Italy in Hong Kong, with the support of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and in collaboration with […]
Read moreHong Kong: Italy Partner Country for Business of Design Week (BoDW) 2025
Business of Design Week (BoDW) 2025 to take place from 2 to 6 December with a special focus on Italian design excellence. The 2025 edition of Business of Design Week (BoDW), Asia’s leading annual event dedicated to design, innovation, and creative industries, was officially presented to the press at the GuWei Museum in Hong Kong. […]
Read moreSeminar in Hong Kong Highlights Investment Opportunities in Italy
In collaboration with Deloitte, Intesa Sanpaolo, and the Italian Chamber of Commerce, the Consulate General of Italy in Hong Kong organized a seminar titled “Italy: Your Opportunity”, dedicated to presenting investment opportunities in Italy to the local business community. “Italy continues to be a highly attractive destination for foreign investors,” stated Consul General Carmelo Ficarra […]
Read moreEntry Exit System (EES)
Please be informed that, starting from 12 October 2025, 29 European countries, including Italy, will gradually introduce the Entry Exit System (EES) over a period of six months. It is a new centralised system for managing the entry and exit of non-EU nationals crossing the Schengen border to travel to Europe for a short stay. […]
Read moreDirector Paolo Genovese opens the third edition of ITALIAN SCREENS
The third edition of ITALIAN SCREENS – New Italian Cinema Goes Abroad has officially launched in Hong Kong. The opening night played to a full house with the highly anticipated screening of FolleMente, directed by Paolo Genovese, who was present in the theater for a lively and well-received discussion with the audience following the film. […]
Read moreItalian Sports Day 2025 in Hong Kong draws over 300 participants
The Italian Sports Day 2025 took place in Hong Kong under the coordination of the Consulate General of Italy, in collaboration with members of the Italian community and local sports associations. Two dedicated open days—one focused on yoga and the other on fencing—attracted around 100 participants, with the support of Italian coaches based in Hong […]
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