Rediscover Europe

In the fourth segment, Mr. Costello talked about the major sectors in Ireland and shared some advice for Hong Kong investors if they are interested in investing in Ireland. Moreover, we discussed the advantages of investing in the property market in Ireland. Lastly, Mr. Costello gave advice to entrepreneurs who attempt to land business in Ireland and explained how they are benefiting from the legal system in Ireland.

在第四期節目中， David講述了愛爾蘭的主要產業，並為有興趣投資愛爾蘭產業的投資者提供意見。同時，我們亦討論了投資愛爾蘭房地產的好處。最後，David向有意在愛爾蘭開展業務的企業分享秘訣，還解釋了企業在愛爾蘭開展業務，在法律制度上的益處。

In the third segment, we discussed how Ireland recovered from different financial crises. Mr. Costello also explained the taxation system in Ireland, and how the taxation would create a great environment for Hong Kong entrepreneurs. Lastly, Mr. Costello shared his viewpoints on the potential impacts of “Brexit” on Ireland and explained the importance of the Good Friday Agreement.

在第三期節目中，我們討論了愛爾蘭如何從多次金融危機恢復。David亦解釋了愛爾蘭的稅務制度，而其稅務制度如何為香港企業塑造良好的創業環境。最後，David分享了他對「英國脫歐」對愛爾蘭的潛在影響的看法，並解釋了和北愛爾蘭之間《受難日協議》（Good Friday Agreement）的重要性。

In the second segment, we discussed the extraordinary development of Ireland in different aspects. However, Ireland did not become one of the leading countries in Europe overnight, she was one of the poorest countries in Europe in the past. Consequently,  Mr. Costello shared the keys to Ireland's success. Apart from the aforementioned, Mr. Costello revealed the public misconceptions about the origins of Whiskey, and explained the meaning behind the word “Uisce Beatha”. Lastly, Mr. Costello talked about the history of the Irish Whiskey and shared some tips for Whiskey enthusiasts when visiting Ireland.

在第二期節目中，我們討論了愛爾蘭在各方面的非凡發展。愛爾蘭昔日作為歐洲中的貧窮國家，她的成功並非一朝一夕所能。因此，David向我們分享了愛爾蘭成為歐洲主導國家的秘訣。除此之外，David揭露了大眾對威士忌來源的誤解，並解釋了“Uisce Beatha”一詞的含義。最後，David向我們講述有關愛爾蘭威士忌的歷史，更分享了威士忌愛好者在愛爾蘭旅遊時的必去景點。

Segment 1:

In our first segment, we’re honoured to have Mr. David Costello, the consul general of Ireland to Hong Kong and Macau, talk about the historical connections between Ireland and Hong Kong and even unpuzzled the myth of the origins of the name of Kennedy Town. Mr. Costello also talked about how the legacy of the Irish people in different fields shaped Hong Kong into an international city that embraced different cultures, and how the DNA of the Irish is imprinted in the soul of Hong Kong people.

在第一期節目中，我們很榮幸邀請到愛爾蘭駐港澳總領事—Mr. David Costello 講述關於香港與愛爾蘭在歷史上的淵源，David更解開了關於對堅尼地城名字的起源的迷思。David亦談到愛爾蘭人在不同領域的成就，使香港成為一個包容多元文化的國際城市，而愛爾蘭人的精神更是因此深深地刻印在香港人的文化中。

In today’s episode of Orientis Podcast, we are honored to invite Mr. David Costello, the Consul General of Ireland in Hong Kong & Macau. Mr. Costello used Hong Kong historical trivia to explain the deep connection between Hong Kong and Ireland. Hence, explained how the Irish spirit led Hong Kong developing into a multicultural international city. In addition, he also shared Ireland's successful experience of leaping forward in economic and  international status. Finally, Mr. Costello also analyzed the advantages of investing in Ireland's major industries and its favorable business environment for Hong Kong investors.

在本期節目中，我們很榮幸邀請到愛爾蘭駐港澳總領事——高德朗先生。 高德朗先生首先以有趣的香港歷史冷知識帶出香港與愛爾蘭的深厚淵源，再從而引入到愛爾蘭精神如何引領香港發展成為文化共融的國際都市。另外，他亦在是次訪問中分享愛爾蘭國際地位躍進的成功秘訣。 最後，高德朗先生亦向香港投資者分析投資愛爾蘭主要產業的優勢及其有利的營商環境。

Segment 4

In the fourth segment, we will focus on governmental support for international startups and talents in Austria. Mr. Roessler explained that Austria has well-established systems for welcoming non-German speakers and the tax structure also benefits the startups to establish their business in Austria. Mr. Roessler also explained why Hong Kong startups should establish their business in Austria. Moreover, Mr. Roessler shared some tips for Hong Kong startups that attempt to land in Austria. Lastly, Mr. Roessler introduced different Austrian governmental programs and events such as the ViennaUP Festival that provide support and opportunities for international startups.

在第四部分中，我們將集中討論奧地利政府對國際初創企業和人才所提供的支持。Franz 指出奧地利目前擁有完善的制度以吸引非德語人士，而稅收結構亦有利於企業在奧地利開展業務。Franz 還解釋了香港的企業應在奧地利開展業務的益處和原因，更分享了香港初創公司在奧地利開展業務的秘訣。最後，Franz 介紹了奧地利政府各種旨在為國際初創企業提供支持和機會的項目和活動，例如「升級維也納節」(ViennaUP Festival )，是奧地利著名連接國際初創企業和投資者的活動。

Segment 3

We will continue to discuss the industry that Austria is most proud of, and how she becomes one of the leading manufacturing countries in Europe. As most of us might not be familiar with the term “Hidden Champions”, Mr. Roessler provided multiple examples to help us understand how the Austrian companies become the “Hidden Champions” in the manufacturing sector. Moreover, Mr. Roessler also introduced the structure of Austrian companies, which is different from the typical company structure. Lastly, we also discussed the dominant position of Austria in the railway industry and the importance of railway logistics in the business world.

我們將繼續討論奧地利引以為傲的製造業，並探討其怎樣成為在歐洲領先的製造業國家。為了讓我們對「隱形冠軍」這詞有更深入的理解，Franz將透過多個例子來說明奧地利公司如何成為製造業的「隱形冠軍」。此外，Franz 還講述了奧地利公司有別於一般公司的結構。最後，我們還討論了奧地利在鐵路行業的主導地位，以及鐵路物流在商業世界中的重要性。

Segment 2

In the second segment, we discussed the impacts of the Covid-19 and the outbreak of Omicron that affected Austria as an export-oriented economy. Mr. Roessler talked about how Austria recovered from the pandemic through industry diversification. Moreover, Mr. Roessler explained how the Next Generation European Union Funds fostered Austria's recovery externally. Subsequently, he also talked about how the internal governmental policy, the Investment Premium, as a strategy to motivate investments, which results in economic growth in Austria. Lastly, Mr. Roessler also talked about the goal of Austria's green transition.

在第二部分中，我們討論了 Covid-19 和 Omicron 爆發對奧地利作為出口導向型經濟體的影響。Franz亦談到了奧地利如何通過發展不同產業從而在大流行中復甦經濟。此外，Franz 解釋了奧地利如何藉歐盟為協助歐洲從疫情中恢復經濟而成立的「次世代歐盟」基金 (Next Generation European Union Funds )，而促進經濟增長。隨後，Franz 還談到了奧地利政府對內以「投資退稅」政策 ( Investment Premium)，透過減低投資成本作為一種激勵投資的策略。最後，Franz 還談到了奧地利在未來綠色轉型的目標。

Segment 1

In our first segment, we’re honoured to have Mr. Franz Roessler unmask Austria's mystery apart from the well-known development in culture and music. Mr. Roessler sees Austria as the bridge between Eastern and Western Europe, a hugely rewarding destination for future Hong Kong investors. In addition to sharing his work experiences in Hong Kong and Beijing, he explained the advantages of the European single market. Lastly, Mr. Roessler shared the significance of the Austrian manufacturing sector on technological innovation and the vision of promoting the manufacturing sector in Hong Kong or China.

在第一期節目中，我們很榮幸邀請到奧地利港澳貿易專員—Mr. Franz Roessler揭露奧地利除了在文化和音樂方面舉世聞名之外，其經濟領域亦有優勝之處。對Franz 而言，奧地利是連接東歐和西歐之間的橋樑，其地理優勢使其極具投資價值，值得香港或亞洲投資者探索。Franz除了分享了他在香港和北京的工作經歷外，亦解釋了歐洲單一市場對商貿和勞動市場的好處。最後，Franz 分享了奧地利製造業對創新科技的重要性，並將製造業推廣到香港或中國的願景。

In this week's episode, Orientis has the honour of having Mr Franz Roessler, the Austrian Trade Commissioner for Hong Kong and Macau, reintroduce the manufacturing hidden champion, Austria. Mr Roessler not only shared the secrets of why Austria can minimise the impact brought by covid, but also the booming economy with the help of the Next Generation European Union Funds and the Investment Premium.

Moreover, Mr Roessler also revealed the picture of future Austria, China and Hong Kong economic collaboration and the tips for international start-ups about how to start their businesses in Austria.

專訪奧地利商務專員Mr. Franz Roessler：「隱形冠軍」——奧地利如何在歐盟甚至全球默默產生影響力？國際初創企業又如何在奧地利大展拳腳？

在本期節目中，我們很榮幸邀請到奧地利商務專員Franz Roessler先生介紹製造業的隱形冠軍——奧地利。  Roessler 先生不僅分享了奧地利能夠在新冠疫情中維持穩定經濟的原因外，還分析了「下一代歐盟」基金和「投資退稅」政策 ( Investment Premium)如何進一步幫助奧地利吸納外資，從而令經濟發展更蓬勃。

不但如此，Roessler先生也透露了未來奧地利、中國和香港經濟合作的前景，以及國際初創企業如何在奧地利開展業務的秘訣。

Segment 4

In the fourth segment, Mr. van Hattum shared his viewpoint on the European Commission pausing the comprehensive agreement on investment with China which was supposed to be consolidated in 2020. Mr. van Hattum also introduced the procedures in trade negotiations. Moreover, Mr. van Hattum has also explained why the EU no longer does deals if the deals do not include green elements such as the Paris Agreement. Lastly, we also talked about the relationship between China and the EU.

在第四部分，Walter 分享了他對歐盟委員會暫停本應在2020年與中國的全面投資協議(CAI)的看法。Walter 還介紹了貿易談判的程序。此外，Walter亦解釋為甚麼歐盟不再與沒有《巴黎協定》等要素的協議進行交易。最後，我們談到了中歐關係。

Segment 3

We will continue to discuss the green bonds and the importance of European green deals to the EU and to the world. Mr. van Hattum also talked about the investment that the EU is looking into is not only in the energy sector but also expanded to sectors like agriculture and carbon taxation. Moreover, Mr. van Hattum also explained how investors from Hong Kong or Asia can benefit from embracing the EU standards in green industry and the importance of sustainability in business. Lastly, we also talked about the future of the European market in the digital industry.

我們將繼續討論綠色債券以及歐洲綠色交易對歐盟和世界的重要性。Walter 亦談到了歐盟正在考慮的投資不僅在能源領域，而且還擴展到農業領域和稅收等領域。此外，Walter 還解釋了來自香港或亞洲的投資者，如何能從採用歐盟標準在投資綠色產業中受益，以及可持續發展在商業中的重要性。最後，我們談到了歐洲數碼產業市場的未來。

Segment 2:

In the second segment, we discussed the response of the EU toward the financial crisis including the adaptation of new measures in terms of fiscal policies, such as the impact of issuing green bonds. Mr. van Hattum also talked about the areas that the NGEU would focus on in the future, such as the digital transformation and explained the reasons for the change of mentality of Europeans toward technology.

在第二部分中，我們討論了歐盟如何應對對金融危機，包括在財政方面採取新措施，如發行綠色債券。 Walter 亦談到 NGEU 未來將重點關注的領域，如數字化轉型，並解釋了歐洲人對科技心態轉變的原因。

Segment 1:

In our first segment, we’re honoured to have Mr. van Hattum to talk about his career in engaging in international trade negotiations and how Hong Kong is different from his past assignments as an EU official. Moreover, Mr. Hattum shared his enthusiasm for Asian culture due to his unique experiences in childhood. Lastly, Mr. Hattum also revealed the mentality and quality required to be a successful negotiator.

在第一期節目中，我們很榮幸邀請到歐盟駐港澳辦事處經貿處處長—Walter 何衛德先生講述他的職業生涯，例如從事國際貿易談判的原因以及香港作為國際貿易中心，其獨特性與他過去的任務有何不同。此外，Walter 亦分享受童年時期的經歷影響，使他對亞洲文化情有獨鍾。最後，Walter 還揭示了成為一名成功談判者所需的心態和素質。

In today’s episode of Orientis Podcast, we are honoured to have Mr Walter van Hattum, the Head of the trade and economic section of the EU office in Hong Kong and Macau. As an expert in trade affairs, he will share his valuable experiences in negotiating trade deals around the world. More importantly, he will disclose some of his insights about the global economic position of Hong Kong. In addition, he'd also share some insights as to how the EU’s green industry development and the digital transformation maybe of benefit to Hong Kong investors.

專訪歐盟駐港澳辦事處經貿處處長何衛德先生：香港在全球經濟地位如何？歐盟綠色產業和數字化轉型又如何能讓香港投資者得益？

在本期節目中，我們很榮幸邀請到歐盟駐港澳辦事處經貿處處長——何衛德先生。 何衛德先生擁有豐富的國際貿易經驗，在他的職業生涯中促成了多項國際貿易合作項目。他不但將會在是次訪問中分享寶貴經驗，更會談及到他對近年香港營商環境及香港全球經濟地位的一些見解。 最後，何衛德先生將帶大家探討歐盟綠色產業和數字化轉型對香港以及世界的影響。

Segment 1:

In our first segment, we’re honoured to have Mr. van Hattum to talk about his career in engaging in international trade negotiations and how Hong Kong is different from his past assignments as an EU official. Moreover, Mr. Hattum shared his enthusiasm for Asian culture due to his unique experiences in childhood. Lastly, Mr. Hattum also revealed the mentality and quality required to be a successful negotiator.

在第一期節目中，我們很榮幸邀請到歐盟駐港澳辦事處經貿處處長—Walter 何衛德先生講述他的職業生涯，例如從事國際貿易談判的原因以及香港作為國際貿易中心，其獨特性與他過去的任務有何不同。此外，Walter 亦分享受童年時期的經歷影響，使他對亞洲文化情有獨鍾。最後，Walter 還揭示了成為一名成功談判者所需的心態和素質。

Segment 2:

In the second segment, we discussed the response of the EU toward the financial crisis including the adaptation of new measures in terms of fiscal policies, such as the impact of issuing green bonds. Mr. van Hattum also talked about the areas that the NGEU would focus on in the future, such as the digital transformation and explained the reasons for the change of mentality of Europeans toward technology.

在第二部分中，我們討論了歐盟如何應對對金融危機，包括在財政方面採取新措施，如發行綠色債券。 Walter 亦談到 NGEU 未來將重點關注的領域，如數字化轉型，並解釋了歐洲人對科技心態轉變的原因。

Segment 3

We will continue to discuss the green bonds and the importance of European green deals to the EU and to the world. Mr. van Hattum also talked about the investment that the EU is looking into is not only in the energy sector but also expanded to sectors like agriculture and carbon taxation. Moreover, Mr. van Hattum also explained how investors from Hong Kong or Asia can benefit from embracing the EU standards in green industry and the importance of sustainability in business. Lastly, we also talked about the future of the European market in the digital industry.

我們將繼續討論綠色債券以及歐洲綠色交易對歐盟和世界的重要性。Walter 亦談到了歐盟正在考慮的投資不僅在能源領域，而且還擴展到農業領域和稅收等領域。此外，Walter 還解釋了來自香港或亞洲的投資者，如何能從採用歐盟標準在投資綠色產業中受益，以及可持續發展在商業中的重要性。最後，我們談到了歐洲數碼產業市場的未來。

Segment 4

In the fourth segment, Mr. van Hattum shared his viewpoint on the European Commission pausing the comprehensive agreement on investment with China which was supposed to be consolidated in 2020. Mr. van Hattum also introduced the procedures in trade negotiations. Moreover, Mr. van Hattum has also explained why the EU no longer does deals if the deals do not include green elements such as the Paris Agreement. Lastly, we also talked about the relationship between China and the EU.

在第四部分，Walter 分享了他對歐盟委員會暫停本應在2020年與中國的全面投資協議(CAI)的看法。Walter 還介紹了貿易談判的程序。此外，Walter亦解釋為甚麼歐盟不再與沒有《巴黎協定》等要素的協議進行交易。最後，我們談到了中歐關係。

Buongiorno! Orientis 第一季的最後一集，在意大利經商多年的香港皮革商和酒商羅嘉進Sharpe 為各位帶來亞平寧半島的種種商業，文化，消費同人民風情！Sharpe 的皮革家族生意在香港運營超過半個世紀，目前他在歐洲，中國和日本都有零售和批發業務。許多歐資世界知名品牌都有使用他進口和加工的皮革。

In our last episode of the first season, we're honored to have Mr Sharpe Law, a leathersmith, leathers vendor and wine vendor to share his thoughts  in commerce, culture and consuming at the Apennines. As the second generation owner to his family business, Sharpe's trading company has more than half a century's experience in the industry, with many European global brands have been using leather he imported and processed for decades. 

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On this week's episode, Orientis has the honor of having Ms Ching-Yng Choi to talk about her journey from a little suburb outside Brussels to a ESG specialist for fund companies in the Netherlands and Luxembourg, then eventually, back to her father's homeland in Hong Kong. 

One of the biggest investment and governance trend globally and best represented by Europeans, Ching gave us a glimpse into the world of ESG consultancy and the opportunities that it brings to Asia. 

Ms Choi is the founder and executive director of CYC Asia Europe Consulting Limited, and former Chairperson of the Financial Services Business Council of the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong. 

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早前金融時報話阿姆斯特丹已經係歐洲股票交易量上面超越咗倫敦，金融中心地位好似危危乎？今集Orientis請嚟Judy, 陳慧斯女士，呢位縱橫荷蘭同香港金融界多年的蘇里南/荷蘭華僑，除咗講佢係荷蘭工作趣事之外，亦為我地聽衆講下阿姆斯特丹呢隻競逐後倫敦時代歐洲甚至世界金融中心的黑馬。

陳慧斯女士目前是香港智睿金融有限公司的執行董事和首席營運官。

So the Financial Times have reported that Amsterdam has overpassed London as Europe's premier trading hub for euro-shares, what does that say about the future of finance in Europe? This episode we have invited Ms Judy Chan, Surinam and Netherland native, who have worked in the financial industry in both Amsterdam and Hong Kong for decades, to tell us a little bit about life and career in Amsterdam, and the future of finance in Europe.

Judy Chan is the COO and Partner of Legend Arb Financial Group Limited, a financial holding company whose business scope covers proprietary trading, asset management, consultancy, financial education and R&D.

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一個荷蘭籍的香港銀行家，一個自稱香港mix澳門的歐洲研究學者和一個香港媒體人，想為香港人帶嚟一個點樣嘅歐洲？

Orientis, 為你重新發現“舊大陸"！新時代嘅歐陸有好多值得投資時間同金錢嘅地方，等我地三個，帶埋一衆歐洲朋友嚟為大家一一剖析！

Through the lenses of a seasoned financier, a politics scholar and a political economist, the Orientis seeks to tell the story of Europe in the 21st century to Asia.

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