Luncheon Talk: HKSAR 25th Anniversary Business & Rule of Law
The Norwegian Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong hosted a luncheon talk titled "HKSAR 25th Anniversary Business & Rule of Law" to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. This event provided a platform for business leaders, legal professionals, and policymakers to discuss the evolution of Hong Kong's business environment and legal framework over the past quarter-century.
The discussion focused on the interplay between business development and the rule of law in Hong Kong, examining how legal reforms have influenced economic growth and vice versa. Key topics included the impact of legal policies on business operations, the role of the judiciary in maintaining a fair business environment, and future prospects for Hong Kong's legal and economic landscape.
The event featured Grenville Cross, GBS, SC, former Director of Public Prosecutions of Hong Kong, as the main speaker. Mr. Cross shared his insights on the legal developments in Hong Kong since the handover and their implications for the business community. The session was moderated by Jacky Foo, Chairman Alternate at The Singapore Chamber of Commerce (Hong Kong), who facilitated an engaging discussion and audience interaction.
This luncheon was particularly beneficial for business executives, legal practitioners, and academics interested in understanding the relationship between Hong Kong's legal system and its business environment. Attendees had the opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge from esteemed experts and network with peers who share a vested interest in Hong Kong's future.
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Grenville Cross
Former Director of Public Prosecutions of Hong Kong
Grenville Cross GBS, SC is a British barrister who served as the Director of Public Prosecutions of the Hong Kong SAR from 1997 to 2009. He was appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1990, becoming Senior Counsel in 1997. He is the Vice Chairman (Senate) of the International Association of Prosecutors, and chairs its Standing Committee on Prosecutors in Difficulty. He is Honorary Professor of Law, University of Hong Kong, and Honorary Visiting Professor of Law, Chinese University of Hong Kong. In 2010, he was awarded the Silver Bauhinia Star, for services to the legal system, and, in 2021, the Gold Bauhinia Star, for services to the community.
Grenville Cross, GBS, SC
Former Director of Public Prosecutions of Hong Kong
Grenville Cross GBS, SC is a British barrister who served as the Director of Public Prosecutions of the Hong Kong SAR from 1997 to 2009. He was appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1990, becoming Senior Counsel in 1997. He is the Vice Chairman (Senate) of the International Association of Prosecutors, and chairs its Standing Committee on Prosecutors in Difficulty. He is Honorary Professor of Law at the University of Hong Kong and Honorary Visiting Professor of Law at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. In 2010, he was awarded the Silver Bauhinia Star for services to the legal system, and in 2021, the Gold Bauhinia Star for services to the community.
Jacky Foo
Chairman Alternate at The Singapore Chamber of Commerce (Hong Kong)
Mr. Jacky Foo is the Chairman Alternate of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong. He is also a Board Member and Chief Representative of TAL Group in Hong Kong. Prior to joining the private sector in 2017, Mr. Foo was with the Singapore Diplomatic Service for 33 years after completing his undergraduate degree in Economics from Cambridge University. He served as the Singapore Ambassador to the Philippines from 1999 to 2003, Ambassador to Germany from 2009 to 2012, and Consul-General to Hong Kong from 2012 to 2016. His first posting was in Beijing from 1988 to 1991, where he was part of the team that negotiated the establishment of diplomatic relations between Singapore and China. As Director-General of ASEAN in Singapore, Mr. Foo worked on ASEAN integration leading to the signing of the ASEAN Charter. He has also headed directorates in charge of East Asia, International Economics & WTO, and the Singapore Cooperation Programme, as well as Administration and Management. He has worked on APEC and many Free Trade Agreements and was Chief Negotiator of the Singapore-Jordan FTA. Mr. Foo enjoys outdoor activities, including tennis, table tennis, golf, and has completed the Hong Kong Marathon, the 100-km Maclehose Oxfam Trailwalker, and the Cross-Victoria Harbour swim. He holds a Master of Arts from Harvard University, obtained on a Fulbright Scholarship, and was awarded the Public Administration Gold Medal by Singapore.
Event Details
- Date
- June 30, 2022
- Location
- 🇭🇰 Hong Kong
- Island Shangri-La
- Audience
- Business executives, legal practitioners, academics