Mongolian President Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj addressed an audience of approximately 200 businesspeople at a Hong Kong luncheon that was organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).
The president went to Hong Kong in order to promote emerging opportunities in the resource-rich country. A Mongolian mission of more than 100 senior businesspeople and government officials was led by him.
In his speech, Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj outlined the latest developments in Mongolia. Along with mining, he welcomed Hong Kong companies to explore opportunities in financial services, infrastructure and tourism.
Following the luncheon, the HKTDC and the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry signed a Memorandum of Understanding designed to strengthen economic and trade links between Mongolia and Hong Kong. On the same occasion, InvestHK signed an MOU with Invest Mongolia to boost investment between the two economies.
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