Provides references to the principal business associations, indicating which accept U.S. companies. Describes the primary roles of those associations and to what extent they influence government actions.

Hong Kong

The American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong  AmCham was designed to represent the ever-growing range of American business interests in Hong Kong. In addition, the Chamber serves as a forum for the exchange and development of ideas among members of the business community, both in Hong Kong and throughout the Asia-Pacific region.

Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce: The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce is one of the most dynamic business organizations in Hong Kong. Members represent a wide spectrum of local, Mainland Chinese and international businesses. More than half of the flagship corporations listed on the Hang Seng Index are their members. The Chamber serves as the voice of business, and helps their members succeed through their core functions: advocacy, knowledge-based events, networking, and a variety of business documentation services.

The Federation of Hong Kong Industries: The Federation of Hong Kong Industries’ goal is to promote and foster the interests of Hong Kong’s industrial and business communities, to promote trade, investment, technological advancement, manpower development, and business opportunities in Hong Kong. The organization also represents business’s views and advises the government on policies and legislation which affect business.

Macau

Macao Chamber of Commerce : The Macao Chamber of Commerce supports the industrial and commercial sectors in Macau by safeguarding their legitimate rights and interests and promoting commercial links with other countries and regions.

American Chamber of Commerce in Macau: AmCham Macau was founded in 2007 and stands at the forefront of development in Macau. With new American-based corporations establishing themselves in Macau, AmCham Macau provides insight and business connectivity that is unrivaled by any other international chamber. Through promoting American business interests and practices in Macau, AmCham Macau stands as one of the most influential Chambers. From retail to manufacturing, its members represent both diversity of interests and relationships.

Prepared by our U.S. Embassies abroad. With its network of 108 offices across the United States and in more than 75 countries, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.