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NEWSLETTER
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Number 3 - April 2012
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Dear Readers, Welcome to the third issue of our Newsletter - our second with new graphics and the first to be published in English. We conceive our Newsletter as a “work in progress”, since our final goal is to make each issue better, richer and more beautiful for you! My main aspiration is to make it a tool for establishing a direct and effective dialogue with all of you, whether you are Italian or from Hong Kong and Macao. The idea is to start a “community project” - thanks also to the synergic action between the Consulate General and the Italian Cultural Institute (which share goals, people and resources together) - passing information on the most important initiatives we organize in Hong Kong and/or Macao, as well as on those organized by other institutions which benefit the Country's image (from culture to food, wine, fashion and economy) in these two beautiful Special Administrative Regions of China. Obviously, the articles featured in our issues highlight events that have been either initiated by or communicated to us. If you have suggestions or recommendations in the future, you are always welcome to put them forward, provided your main objective is the public interest and the promotion of Italy's image and Italy's relations with Hong Kong and Macao. In this edition, as well as mentioning current cultural events in “our area”, we have created a new space which focuses on selected beautiful exhibitions taking place in Italian cities for
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the benefit of those business or leisure travelers who hopefully will use our reminder not to miss them! Our Newsletter will also give the same attention to economic or trade events in Italy, like “Vinitaly”, the annual wine fair in Verona unanimously recognized as one of the most important of its kind in the world. Starting with this edition, a new column prepared in collaboration with the Italian Trade Commission and the Italian Chamber of Commerce will catch up with their business news and activities- a concrete step demonstrating the synergy among public institutions working for “Sistema Italia”. Finally, as this Newsletter has been created with and for the whole Italian community in mind, journalist Stefania Lupi - whom I thank personally for her commitment - will contribute a new regular column featuring interviews to Italian entrepreneurs in Hong Kong and Macao. This is a space aimed at reaching the many professionals whose jobs are intricately connected with Italy's image abroad, so please feel free to make your voice heard any time: we will be pleased to include you in the next editions, even though for logistic reasons (you cannot all be interviewed at the same time!) some will necessarily appear before others. “Buona lettura! 謝謝” (Enjoy the reading!) Alessandra Schiavo Consul General of Italy in Hong Kong and Macao
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Newsletter - Number 3 - April 2012
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Founded in 2004 by Luigi Campanile, the Salento International Film Festival (SIFF) emerged as a major cultural event and one of the top Film Festivals in Southern Italy. Salento is the South-Eastern tip of the Apulia region and is sometimes described as the "heel" of the Italian "boot". The festival will represent an excellent opportunity to know more about this region and its fantastic food and tourist sights. For the first time in Hong Kong, the SIFF Hong Kong Festival will run from 16 to 20 May with a very rich programme: films, Q&A with directors and cast, a welcome cocktail, a buffet dinner, traditional music and dance and a prize lottery of a trip to Italy for two people for the full Salento Festival from 9 to 15 September. The SIFF Hong Kong will also showcase a formal ceremony where Hong Kong star Deanie Ip -winner of the Volpi Cup for best actress in the film “A Simple Life” at the 68th Venice Film Festival- and director Ann Hui will receive the Salento Award in recognition of their distinguished careers. More information and details of the programme in the next issue of the Newsletter!
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Multi Media Theatre - The Blue Planet Hong Kong Debut, The Destiny of Planet Earth
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Cultural News
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It is a modern multimedia oratory, which blends the arts of the acting, singing and live music with modern technologies: high definition images which reproduce aspects of reality, illustrate the conversation between God and Noah and lead audience to a virtual world. As main characters, Noah's wife and her two sons appear alternatively in the performance, which offers a liberal and anachronistic recreation of the myth. The mix of languages – Castilian, English, French and Italian – meanwhile reminds the audience of ancient texts which suggest that Noah's sons are the progenitors of all peoples of our planet. The surprising artistic solutions of The Blue Planet go beyond the borders between cinema, theatre and new technologies of digital images. The programme was premiered in Spain in 2008 then toured in Italy.
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Produced by Change Performing Arts - ITALY 30-31 March and April 1, 2012, Auditorium, Kwai Tsing Theatre.
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Background: Dome Square of Lecce, Apulia
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Rome Fiumicino, Leonardo da Vinci Airport, Terminal 1 “Il Genio di Leonardo” - “The Genius of Leonardo” From 12 October 2011 to 30 April 2012 For the first time an international airport hosts an exhibition of all 21 life-size flight machines and aeronautical instruments crafted from wood, metal and cloth by artisans who have reproduced Leonardo's original sketches and drawings contained in his codices. Explanatory data sheets in 6 languages and copies of Leonardo's drawings, the codices, illustrations and legends are also on view. Rome, G.N.A.A. In Palazzo Barberini, Galleria Nazionale D'Arte Antica, Via Delle Quattro Fontane 13. “Guercino 1591 - 1666. Capolavori da Cento e da Roma” - "Guercino 1591-1666. Masterpieces from Cento and from Rome" From 16 December 2011 to 29 April 2012 Giovan Francesco Barbieri (Cento-Bologna, 1591-Roma, 1666) nicknamed Guercino, which literally means “cross-eyed”, was largely self-taught but also very much influenced by the Carracci painters, in particular by Ludovico Carracci, who strongly encouraged his creativity. Guercino came to prominence after completing the altarpiece of the “Investiture of Saint William”, an early work commissioned for the Pinoteca in Bologna when he was only 19. At the age of 20, he was invited to Rome to work for Pope Gregory XV. Guercino's ceiling fresco, “Aurora”, was painted for the Pope's nephew (Rome, Villa Ludovisi) and is considered a 17th-century masterpiece. Throughout his career, Guercino's style underwent dramatic changes. He worked mainly in Rome, Cento and Bologna. Guercino must have been an indefatigable draughtsman, for after three centuries what remains of his drawings is found in collections all over the world. His draughtsmanship with its energetic flashes of the pen, has been much copied but never equaled.
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To promote and enhance the Italian cultural heritage, the Ministry for Cultural Heritage and Activities will open the doors of museums, villas, monuments, archeological sites, state libraries and archives across the country once again for 9 days, from 14 to 22 April. The “week of Culture”, as this large celebration is known, offers a full calendar of events: exhibitions, conferences and seminars, special openings, workshops, guided tours and concerts - a unique experience for all visitors and art lovers not to be missed!
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Week of Culture - April 14-22
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EXHIBITIONS
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Cultural News
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Background: The Last Judgment by Michelangelo, Sistine Chapel, Vatican City State
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For the lucky ones travelling to Italy
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Newsletter - Number 3 - April 2012
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Rome, Galleria Borghese, Piazzale Scipione Borghese 5 (Villa Borghese) “I Borghese e l'antico” - "The Borghese's and the ancient" From 7 December 2011 to 9 April 2012 Important masterpieces of ancient art, once part of the Borghese Collection, now the core collection of antiquities at the Louvre Museum are showcased in this unique exhibition. The 60 works on view include pieces returning to Rome after an absence of 200 years, like the famous Borghese vase with Dionysian scenes, the Sleeping Hermaphrodite restored by a young Bernini, the child Silenus and Bacchus, the Three Graces and the famous Centaur Ridden by Love. Milan, Palazzo Reale “Tiziano e la nascita del paesaggio moderno” - “Titian and the Birth of Modern Landscape” From 16 February to 20 May 2012 The exhibition brings together 50 works from major international museums, exploring the birth of modern landscape painting in the 16th century. A selection of extraordinary paintings of great masters, such as Titian, Giorgione, Bellini, Tintoretto, Veronese is exhibited. Pavia, Castello Visconteo “LA PITTURA ITALIANA DEL XIX SECOLO. Dal Neoclassicismo al Simbolismo - “Nineteenth-century Italian Painting. From Neoclassicism to Symbolism” From 11 February to 9 April 2012 Organised to closing the year of the Italian-Russian cultural exchange, this very successful exhibition was presented at the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg and has now opened in Pavia. It is the largest retrospective of Italian painting of the 19th century, and includes more than 70 works of art, half of which are from the collection of the Civic Museums of Pavia. Other participating museums include Florence, Milan, Turin, and Genoa. Genoa, Palazzo Ducale “Van Gogh e il viaggio di Gauguin” - “Van Gogh and Gauguin's Journey” From 12 November 2011 to 15 April 2012 (extended to 1st May 2012) The exhibition - 80 masterpieces of European and American painting of 19th and 20th century - revolves around the concept of the journey, both geographical and spiritual. The heart of the exhibition is represented by 40 works by Van Gogh and the famous Paul Gauguin's painting “Where do we come from? Who are we? Where are we going?” which the Boston Museum has lent to a European city only for the second time in history. Also many other masterpieces from Hopper to Rothko, Turner, Morandi, Kandinsky, Monet and others are exhibited.
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EXHIBITIONS
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Cultural News
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Background: The Creation of Adam by Michelangelo, Sistine Chapel, Vatican City State
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Newsletter - Number 3 - April 2012
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In the recent light of the turbulent times in European politics, during a seminar organized by HKU the Consul General of Italy discussed the latest developments of and prospects for the Euro zone and offered the perspective of
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Seminar at Hong Kong University on “The future of the EU's political economy: the Italian Perspective” with Ms. Alessandra Schiavo, Consul General of Italy, as guest speaker
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a country which has always been at the core of any significant steps forward in the process of European integration. After analyzing the root causes of the current crisis, the remarkable progresses and the ambitious reforms undertaken by P.M. Monti's Government, Ms. Schiavo explained why in her view there is reason to believe in the future of the common currency. Italy - Ms Schiavo said - is determined to rekindle its economy and regain its competitiveness while cutting debt, and its “example” in Europe shows that
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there is hope for the whole continent. Mr. Simon Dodd, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Branch of “Banca Intesa Sanpaolo”, added some “banking flavor” to the discussion. If you wish to read the whole speech, please click here
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International Students' Visual Art Contest-cum-Exhibition of Hong Kong (HKISAC) 2012. The contest is co-presented by the Education Bureau and Po Leung Kuk for promoting art and creativity among young people, as well as international cultural communication. HKISAC invites primary and secondary school students all over the world to submit their visual arts works to Hong Kong for selection of prizes. The Hong Kong Grand prize winners will be awarded US$1,000 and a return trip from the winners' home country to Hong Kong for attending the prize presentation ceremony. For more information..
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In the intimate setting of Sai Kung's UNESCO-recognised St. Joseph's Chapel, the Hong Kong New Music Ensemble and Hong Kong Bach Choir, along with Viola d'amore / viola da gamba soloist Lam Tim Wai, will present a chamber concert of works by the
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the Renaissance composer Gesualdo and Hong Kong composers. This event will be part of a day of artistic activities on the island, involving visual artists, sound artists and architects. The audience will travel to the island by specially-charted boat. Five distinguished local composers of different generations, Chan Wing-wah JP, Ng Wah-hei, Lo Ting-cheung, Fung Dic-lun and Yiu Siu-lung Alex are going to have their works premiere for this unique occasion. These works will be intertwined with selections from Renaissance composer Carlo Gesualdo's Tenebrae Responsories for Holy Saturday (1611).
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After Gesualdo Italian Renaissance Music, 7 April 2012
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Cultural News
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Background: Taormina Amphitheater
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For lovers of Italian classical music
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For talented students
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Newsletter - Number 3 - April 2012
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30 March 2012: Hong Kong welcomes “Accademia Italiana della Cucina” Hong Kong is undoubtedly one of the world's leading capitals of taste, a place where every palate, even the most demanding, can find total satisfaction. The ever-growing passion for fine Italian food in town has risen thanks to the excellent choice of products provided by a wide network of importers and distributors and the outstanding quality of the cuisine offered by the many Italian restaurants. But there's more good news on the horizon for those unrequited minds that are always looking for the latest novelty: very soon the Hong Kong Delegation of “Accademia Italiana della Cucina” (www.accademiaitalianacucina.it), an Institution devoted to the exclusive promotion of Italian culinary culture, will start its activities in the city and will celebrate the occasion with an exclusive dinner at renowned Gaia Restaurant on 30 March 2012. “Accademia Italiana della Cucina” is a non-profit organization founded in Milan in 1953 which currently counts 212 Delegations in Italy and 78 abroad and is the most prestigious Italian Institution dedicated to spreading the fundamental principles and values of Italian culinary culture. More news on the subject will be brought to you in the future issues of the Newsletter. Stay tuned!
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Hong Kong closer to lifting the ban on imports of Italian beef meat Good news for Italian beef meat lovers! Finding a juicy steak has never been a problem in Hong Kong, but eating a real Italian beef steak has been an impossible mission for the last eight long years. This unfortunate situation has been dragging on since 2004 when the Hong Kong Health Authorities issued a ban on beef imports from Italy following tests on the risk of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE). Despite the dramatic long-standing improvements in Italy thanks to the combination of national and European measures of prevention and surveillance, The situation still needed to be solved once and for all! The Consulate General of Italy has actively promoted an all-out effort campaign to find practical solutions in close cooperation with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Italian Ministry of Health. Thanks to this proactive approach and intense diplomatic work, the solution appears to be closer. In December 2011 the Consulate General of Italy was able to present a comprehensive report provided by the Italian Ministry of Health which has been found fully satisfactory by the Hong Kong Authorities. It is an important step towards the possible finalization of a bilateral agreement set to resume imports to Hong Kong of Italian beef meat from cattle not older than 30 months. Negotiations between the two Health Authorities are currently approaching the final stage and the Consulate General of Italy will be eager to keep readers up to date with all future developments, hoping to wish every Italian beef meat lover “buon appetito” very soon.
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Commercial News
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Leccio d'Oro
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In December 2011 Chef Umberto Bombana was granted the outstanding Michelin three-star award - a remarkable achievement for the owner of “8 ½ Bombana” which emphasizes the extraordinary appeal enjoyed by quality Italian food in Hong Kong. Year 2012 has also opened on a very positive note for the local Italian restaurant scene. On 25th February Gaia Restaurant, thanks to its appetizing menu and an extensive list of Brunello di Montalcino wines, managed to grab the sought-after “Leccio d'Oro” prize awarded yearly by the prestigious “Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino”. The award was received by Restaurant Owner Pino Piano in Montalcino and consisted of an honorary plaque, a four-day stay in Montalcino for two as well as a gift package from selected producers of 72 bottles of Brunello di Montalcino, 36 bottles of Rosso di Montalcino, 12 bottles of Moscadello di Montalcino and 24 bottles of Sant'Antimo wine.
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Background: Alberto Sordi in "Un Americano a Roma"
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For lovers of Italian food
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Un uomo saggio disse una volta:"Se un uomo ha fame, non dargli il pesce insegnagli a pescare."
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Massima Orientale
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Newsletter - Number 3 - April 2012
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Brunello di Montalcino and Chinese food: a long-lasting marriage
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Italian Wine in Hong Kong. I like it! Trends and figures of a growing passion. Wine has never been so popular in Hong Kong. Following a study commissioned by Vinexpo, Hongkongers are the most enthusiastic wine drinkers in all Asia, with an average individual consumption of 5 litres per year, more than double the Japanese rate and the Singaporeans, with 2,2 litres. Not exactly the Italian and French figures with a per capita consumption of 56,2 litres and 56,6 litres per year respectively, but the Hongkongers are expressing their growing passion for wine, and the sentiment is returned. The city's thirst for the “divine nectar” doubled between 2006 and 2010 and in the last year alone the wine consumption increased by 7%, reaching 39 million bottles, according to a survey by the London-based International Wine and Spirit Research Group database. Hong Kong is a vibrant domestic market (as well as the largest wine auction centre in the world) and the most important regional door to the booming Chinese market, where consumption is expected to double by 2015. As for Italy, our culture and identity is a pillar of the national economy. According to the latest data provided by Italian statistics Institute, in 2011 exports of Italian wine reached an astonishing 4,4 billions Euro (more than 440 billions HKD) with 24 million hectoliters, increasing 12% in terms of value and 9% in terms of production. This result was achieved despite the economic crisis, the strong Euro currency and a growing international competition. Mr. Giovanni Mantovani, CEO & Director General of VeronaFiere said that in the last years even the smallest Italian producers have sharpened their ability by asserting
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themselves in the international arena. “Together with the big names - Mr. Mantovani said - “ it is easier and easier to find small producers who are appreciated in restaurants and wine bars all over the world for their excellent products and are able to capture niche markets. This is a positive trend showing a general propensity on export”. Italian wines in Hong Kong are increasing their presence year after year and are more and more appreciated by Hong Kong wine lovers, who can indulge their senses with the perfect combination of Italian fine wine and quality food. Last year, Italy was nominated Partner Country at the Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair, the most important wine Fair in Asia, with 210 exhibitors, 108 of which were sponsored by Vinitaly (part of VeronaFiere's portfolio), the Italian world's top exhibition in the wine sector. The 2011 edition of Vinitaly (www.vinitaly.com) attracted over 156.000 visitors, 48.000 of which coming from 110 different Countries, with an impressive attendance from Mainland China, Hong Kong and Russia. The 2012 edition of Vinitaly, scheduled in Verona from 25th to 28th March 2012 will host more than 4,200 exhibitors from all over the world. The Fair will display the best of the best of Italian and International wines and will be full of mouthwatering events and innovations. A specific area of the exhibition will welcome more than 100 companies making wine in accordance with the rules of biodynamic agriculture. So, why not celebrating this good news with an alluring glass of Prosecco? Alla salute! (Cheers!)
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Brunello di Montalcino doesn't need any translation for the many wine enthusiasts in Hong Kong. This appellation instantly evokes intense fragrances, unique sensorial experiences and - above all - represents one of the world's most acclaimed wines. Last 9th March Brunello di Montacino was the guest of honour at an exclusive soirée held at the top-notch Chinese restaurant Island Tang. The event named “Eccellenze Montalcino” combined a wine tasting with a Chinese dinner and was hosted by the wine editor of Asia Tatler Mr. James Suckling, internationally regarded as one of the world's most influential wine critics. On behalf of the Hong Kong Tatler & James Suckling Wine Club, Mr. Suckling made a presentation on excellent quality Brunello vintages, in particular from 2006 and 2007. The event was the perfect occasion for showing how intriguing and inspiring the pairing of Italian wines and Chinese food can be.
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Commercial News
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Background: Bacco by Caravaggio
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For lovers of Italian wine
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Newsletter - Number 3 - April 2012
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Say Ferrero and your mind conjures up gluttonous visions of chocolate treats, snacks and confectionery products. Ferrero Group, one of the best known confectioners in the world, has raised generations of Italians on its chocolaty delights. Even here in the Far East, ten thousand miles away from the Piedmont town of Alba where it all started in the '40s, the name is synonymous with "lovemark". “So much so that in December the Ferrero Group in Hong Kong is going to celebrate its 35 years in the city with its own legal entity”, says Mr Luca Cico, General Manager - North Asia Ferrero Asia Ltd .
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FERRERO: A PASSION FOR CHOCOLATE AND MORE…
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“Ferrero Asia Limited was established in 1977 thanks to the great business-minded founder Michele Ferrero, an inspirational man with incredible foresight who went headlong into Asian markets for new opportunities and listened carefully to both market and consumers needs”. From a small "outpost" in Asia, Hong Kong has become the world's largest market for individual consumption of Rocher and it has developed such strong appreciation over the years for these chocolates that they have even
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become the icon of Chinese New Year in the city. “Other Ferrero products that are also very well received by local consumers are Kinder Chocolate, Kinder Bueno, Kinder Surprise and Kinder Joy”, adds Luca Cico. "They have all gained large and recognized trust, which for us means higher market shares”. But Ferrero's growth does not stop here. “After introducing a broad portfolio of our products to the Hong Kong market, we have started developing also in other Asian countries - in both North and South East Asia - and, as a consequence,
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consequence, the company's corporate structure has also evolved”, concludes Luca Cico. “In Hong Kong our goal now is to further strengthen the bond between our brand and products for refined and sophisticated consumers, because the consumer is always at the centre of our strategy”.
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"Innovation is finding out our customers' latent needs and provide them with high quality products that other companies can't offer" Michele Ferrero
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Interview by Stefania Lupi
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Commercial News
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Italian Young Professionals (IYP) - Networking Cocktail 30 March During a networking event scheduled on 30 March, the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong & Macao will announce the setup of the Italian Young Professionals (IYP) association. IYP aims to promote Italian young professionals' integration into the Hong Kong business and social community and is open to all professionals 35 or younger, both Italian and non-Italian, interested in the Italian business scene and lifestyle.
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Lunch Seminar: “Resolving Disputes and Managing Risks in Doing Business in Asia” Ms. Chiann Bao, Secretary-General of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC) will provide an overview of arbitration in Asia and “Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)” options, drafting arbitration clauses, timeline of process, costs, examples of cases handled by HKIAC in recent years. Venue: Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, 1301 Kinwick Centre, 32 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong When: 12 April, 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (registration will start at 12:00) For further info and registration, please contact the Italian Chamber at 2521 8837 or [email protected]
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The Asia Pacific Leather Fair - APLF will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 28 to 30 March 2012. Italy's leading leather and fashion companies will be well represented, together with Turkey, India, Korea, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, UK and USA - all recognized powerhouses in leather innovation and design. On 28 March the Italian Trade Commission (ICE) will co-organise with APLF and CNA FEDERMODA (National Crafts Small and Medium Companies Union) “NEXT - New Evolving Trends”, a fashion seminar which will illustrate the upcoming trends of the Italian leather goods and footwear industry. The seminar will be conducted by Artistic Director and Trend & Design Consultant, Mr. Roberto Corbelli, on “Desire for lightness, returning to the values and contents of the past, appreciation of workmanship quality, a taste for detail. From the roots of the Italian artisan tradition, a bright new future begins.”
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From 20 to 23 April Italy will participate in the “Hong Kong Houseware Fair”, the leading forum for the houseware industry in Asia. This year there will be over 2,000 exhibitors from 33 countries and regions and Italy will showcase the latest collections of bakeware, cookware, kitchen tool sets, kitchen utensils, table accessories, cutlery & flatware, sauna/spa equipment, and much more. From 27 to 30 April the “Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair”, the world's largest gift fair, will take place at the Convention and Exhibition Centre. The fair is always very well received by industry players all over the world and some 4,000 quality exhibitors are expected to join the 27th edition. Italy is expected to attend together with mainland China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Macau, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and UK. ICE, as the representative in Italy of the Fair Organizer (Hong Kong Trade Development Council-HKTDC) is coordinating the Italian participation and taking care of technical needs of Italian companies participating to both the Houseware and the Gifts & Premium Fairs.
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Forthcoming Events for the Trade Industry:
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Italian Chamber of Commerce & Italian Trade Commission News
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INDIVIDUAL PASSPORT FOR MINORS TRAVELING OUTSIDE EUROPE As of 26th June 2012, in compliance with European legislation, minors will need an individual passport to travel abroad. From that date, all minors whose personal details were previously included in their parents' passports will be able to travel outside the European Union's borders only if they carry an individual passport. A valid Identity Card will suffice for travel within the European Union or Schengen States area. For any further information, please visit the European Union's website. http://europa.eu/travel/doc/index_en.htm
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REGISTRATION OPEN AT ITALIAN SCHOOL “ALESSANDRO MANZONI” FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2012-13. Students' registration at Italian School “Alessandro Manzoni” in Hong Kong has opened for School Year 2012-2013. “Alessandro Manzoni” School offers courses in Italian language and culture once a week and follows curricula for primary and first grade secondary school approved by the Italian Department for Education. Courses are taught in Italian and are suitable for children from pre-grade (5 years old) to grade 8 (13/14 years old). Application forms will soon be available on the School's website http://www.manzoni.edu.hk/ Application deadline is 15 June 2012.
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OPTIONAL ITALIAN LANGUAGE TEST IN THE GCSE EXAM IN HONG KONG. The “English School Foundation” and the Italian School “Alessandro Manzoni” in Hong Kong have signed an agreement effective from the current school year which allows students to take an Italian language test in the GCSE exam (General Certificate of Secondary Education). In order to do so, students are required to attend a course of 10 classes in preparation for the final exam as well as periodical assessment tests. The first preparatory courses for the next GCSE exam in May have already started.
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THE UNIVERSITY ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME ENTERS ITS SECOND ACADEMIC YEAR IN HONG KONG The Erasums Mundus “MULTI” programme, the first and only mobility programme in South Asia allowing an exchange of post-graduate students and Academic staff between Asian and European Universities, is entering its second Academic year. The programme, which is funded by the European Union and involves 5 Asian and 6 European Universities (including the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Pisa University), offers members of each partner University the opportunity to carry out linguistics-oriented studies by attending courses in an Academic Institution of the other continent. A first batch of 70 students from Asia and Europe are completing their period of studies this Academic Year. The selection process for the 2012-13 exchange is currently under way. For more information on “MULTI”, please visit the website http://www.polyu.edu.hk/fh/MULTI/
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A NEW AGREEMENT OF INTEGRATION BETWEEN RESIDENT FOREIGNERS AND ITALIAN AUTHORITIES COMES INTO FORCE Following the practice adopted by various European States, all non-EU foreigners who become resident in Italy will be summoned by the Italian Authorities to sign an “Agreement” which would facilitate their integration into Italian society. In the Agreement, which is drafted in 19 languages to be as widely comprehensible as possible, the Italian Government pledges to assist the new residents in their process of integration by providing language learning tools, elementary knowledge of the Italian Constitution and by guaranteeing basic education for minors. For their part, foreigners need to commit to abiding by the rules of the civil society as well as to taking an active part in the process of their own integration. Fulfillment of the provisions contained in the Agreement will represent the basic condition for future extensions of the immigrants' residence permits by the Italian Authorities.
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Consular News
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Background: Bank of China Tower, Hong Kong