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Business MoU signing

HKPC and FMM Sign MoU

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Apr 21, 2026 · Last updated Apr 21, 2026

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The signing of the MoU between Hong Kong — Hong Kong Productivity Council and Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers is expected to positively impact the manufacturing and technology sectors in China — Hong Kong and Malaysia. This collaboration will foster industrial upgrading, technological innovation, and market expansion, potentially leading to increased trade and investment opportunities within the ASEAN region. It also strengthens supply chain resilience for enterprises in both regions.

Manufacturing Technology Supply Chain

The Hong Kong — Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) and the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on April 20, 2026. This strategic partnership aims to build a new regional value chain and drive industrial upgrading across ASEAN. The collaboration will provide technological innovation and market expansion support for enterprises in China — Hong Kong and Malaysia, focusing on areas like Smart Manufacturing & Industry 4.0, AI & Robotics Innovation, Digital Transformation & Cybersecurity, Cross-border Business Ecosystems, and Talent Development. Key figures like Sunny Tan (Chairman of Hong Kong — Hong Kong Productivity Council) and Jacob Lee Chor Kok (President of Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers) witnessed and spoke about the significance of this agreement, which is expected to enhance economic ties and competitiveness for both China — Hong Kong and Malaysia in the global market.

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Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers signed an MoU with Hong Kong — Hong Kong Productivity Council to collaborate on industrial modernization, R&D, and technology transfer, benefiting its 4,000 member enterprises.
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Sunny Tan, Chairman of Hong Kong — Hong Kong Productivity Council, emphasized the MoU's role in industrial modernization and expanding cooperation with the ASEAN market.
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Jacob Lee Chor Kok, President of Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers, highlighted the roadmap for joint technical training, workshops, and pilot projects to expose members to manufacturing innovations.
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Mohamed D. Butt, Executive Director of Hong Kong — Hong Kong Productivity Council, signed the MoU on behalf of Hong Kong — Hong Kong Productivity Council.
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Yeoh Oon Tean, CEO of Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers, signed the MoU on behalf of Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers.
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