State delegation explores business opportunities in Hong Kong

A delegation of the Department of Industries has invited Hong Kong industrialists to participate in the ‘Reverse Buyer–Seller Meet’ and explore business opportunities in Himachal Pradesh. Headed by Industries Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan, the delegation is currently exploring collaboration and investment opportunities in Hong Kong.

As per the department spokesperson, the delegation had an interactive session with prominent industry representatives and investors from Hong Kong at the Consulate General of India to expand industrial collaboration, trade linkages and investment partnerships between Himachal, India and Hong Kong.

The session brought together leading business figures and institutional representatives from India and Hong Kong.

During the meeting, Principal Secretary, Industries, RD Nazeem gave a brief presentation, showcasing Himachal’s industrial landscape and investor-friendly policies, emphasising its strategic advantages in manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, tourism, technology and electric mobility.

He further highlighted the state’s initiatives to strengthen MSME competitiveness under the World Bank-assisted Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme of the Ministry of MSME, as well as opportunities in adventure and spiritual tourism, particularly through the development of the Buddhist Circuit.

The spokesperson added that both sides reaffirmed commitment to strengthening economic cooperation, fostering innovation-driven growth and building long-term partnerships across high-potential sectors.