Time: 19 September, 9:30-10:30 Finnish time

Place: Online, Microsoft Teams

As the world grapples with the environmental impacts of plastic pollution, Hong Kong is taking significant steps to lead the change with its comprehensive plastic ban. This initiative aims to reduce the use of single-use plastics, safeguard the environment, and promote sustainable practices.

In the first Hong Kong Hour for the Fall season we will dive into the specifics of Hong Kong’s plastic ban, exploring its goals, the regulations that are being implemented, and how these changes impact businesses and consumers. The featured speakers, Consul-General of Finland to Hong Kong Timo Kantola and Geng Kang, Head of Public Affairs and Sustainability, North Asia for Huhtamaki discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with this transition, providing insights and strategies for adapting to a plastic-free future.

Program

9:30 Welcoming words

Tiina Mikkonen, Chair of Finland-Hong Kong Business Association

9:35  Hong Kong’s plastic ban and its opportunities for Finnish companies

Timo Kantola, Consul-General of Finland to Hong Kong

9:45 Huhtamäki’s business case in Hong Kong: Navigating the plastic ban

Geng Kang, Head of Public Affairs and Sustainability for Huhtamäki in North Asia

10:15 Q&A

10:30 End of event

Geng Kang is the Head of Public Affairs and Sustainability for Huhtamaki in North Asia. In this role, he manages external communication, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable development initiatives in the North Asian region, supporting the group’s goal to achieve carbon-neutral production by 2030. Geng Kang initiated and led Huhtamaki first paper cup recycling pilot program in China and introduced the global “Think Circle” sustainable thought leadership platform to China.

Before joining Huhtamaki, he accumulated over 20 years of experience in corporate strategy, government affairs, and sustainable development while working for various globally renowned companies. Additionally, he currently serves as the Deputy Director of the Circular Economy Committee of China Packaging Federation.

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