Ban on Alternative Smoking Products
The Hong Kong authorities enforce particularly stringent regulations concerning electronic cigarettes, heated tobacco products, herbal cigarettes and, more generally, all “Alternative Smoking Products” (ASPs), including those intended for personal use. The importation of such products in any form is prohibited, including devices, refills, liquids and components, even when carried in personal luggage. The sole exception […]
Read moreHong Kong: amendments to the National Security Law implementation rules
Please note that the Hong Kong authorities have recently introduced amendments to the National Security Law implementation rules. Further information is available at the following link: Implementation Rules for Article 43 of the Law of the People’s Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. For additional information regarding […]
Read moreCall for Applications – “Invest Your Talent in Italy” scholarship program for 2026/2027 Academic Year
The call for applications for the “Invest Your Talent in Italy” scholarship program for the 2026/2027 Academic Year is now online. The program aims to promote the internationalization of the Italian academic system and foster synergies between universities and businesses. The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), and […]
Read moreMADE IN ITALY IN HONG KONG: A JOURNEY THROUGH FASHION, JEWELLERY, ACCESSORIES, TOURISM AND FOOD & WINE
In a specially designed exhibition space in Hong Kong, the independent showcase “Phenomena” was held, promoting Italian brands created and led by women in international markets. Promoted and organised by ICE – Italian Trade Agency in collaboration with Confartigianato, the ninth edition of the initiative featured 32 Italian companies from the womenswear, menswear and jewellery […]
Read moreHONG KONG – SMART SOLUTIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND SOCIETIES AT THE HEART OF BILATERAL UNIVERSITY COLLABORATION
As part of longstanding cooperation between the University of Bari Aldo Moro and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, a seminar entitled “Smart Solutions for Sustainable Cities and Societies” was held in Hong Kong on the occasion of Italian Research Day (Giornata delle Ricerca Italiana). The event was organized in collaboration with Hong Kong University and […]
Read moreMacao: masterpieces by Canaletto and Marieschi at the Poly MGM Museum
The Poly MGM Museum in Macao has inaugurated new sections of the exhibition “Silk Roads Beyond Borders,” including, for the first time in Asia, the display of masterpieces of Venetian art from the Paolo and Carolina Zani Foundation in Brescia. This “exhibition within the exhibition” has been organized and curated by the Associazione Nuova Artemarea […]
Read moreHONG KONG: SALONE DEL MOBILE.MILANO AND ART BASEL PARTNERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS ART AND DESIGN – COLLECTORS’ LOUNGE OPENS AND ITALIAN DESIGN DAY 2026 CELEBRATED
The 13th edition of Art Basel Hong Kong, one of Asia’s leading art fairs, hosted the Salone del Mobile.Milano for the first time. With the support of ICE Hong Kong, the Salone curated the design of the Collectors’ Lounge, a 1,300-square-metre space conceived by the studio Lissoni & Partners. The exhibition celebrates the excellence of […]
Read moreScholarships for foreign students and Italian citizens living abroad awarded by the Italian Government
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) offers scholarships in favour of foreign students and Italian citizens living abroad (IRE) for the 2026-2027 academic year, in order to foster international cooperation in cultural, scientific and technological fields and to promote the Italian language and culture. Scholarships are available for attending academic courses in Italy only. The Call and the List of eligible countries and […]
Read moreHong Kong: Asia-Pacific Leather Fair (APLF) opens with more than 100 Italian companies among exhibitors
Hong Kong — The 42nd edition of the Asia-Pacific Leather Fair (APLF), the leading Asian trade exhibition dedicated to the international leather supply chain and organized by Informa Markets, has opened in Hong Kong. Among the 19 national pavilions, the Italian presence stands out with a collective exhibition supported by the Italian Trade Agency (ICE) […]
Read moreItalian Craftmanship Takes Centre Stage at Hong Kong’s Annual Jewellery Shows
The Hong Kong International Diamond, Pearl & Gem Show and the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show saw strong participation from Italian companies, showcased in two national pavilions organised by ICE Hong Kong at AsiaWorld-Expo and the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Both events are organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), a […]
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