Hong Kong Tech Companies Return to GITEX Global 2025 with AI and Greentech Focus

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) will stage two pavilions at GITEX Global 2025 from October 13 to 17 in Dubai, featuring 22 exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge AI, robotics, IoT and greentech solutions. This marks the return of Hong Kong Tech Pavilions to the event since 2020, coming at a time when Middle Eastern countries have been actively developing their AI capabilities while leveraging unique advantages in low-cost energy and capital strength.

Daniel Lam, Regional Director of the Middle East and Africa of the HKTDC, emphasized the strategic importance of this initiative. The Hong Kong Tech Pavilions at GITEX Global in Dubai will connect promising Hong Kong innovation and technology enterprises with partners in the Middle East and beyond. This not only helps them expand into international innovation markets, but also attracts investors from the Middle East and around the world to use Hong Kong as a gateway to China and the wider Asia region.

The timing aligns with Hong Kong SAR Chief Executive John Lee's recent Policy Address commitment to promote AI and data science industries, recognizing AI as the key driving force of the next wave of scientific and technological revolution. According to InvestHK's 2024 Startup Survey, Hong Kong's startup ecosystem has surged to nearly 4,700 companies, underscoring the region's growing technological vitality and positioning Hong Kong to become a global hub for AI development.

Several notable exhibitors will showcase specialized AI applications. The HKSAR Environmental Protection Department will demonstrate AI applications for environmental assessment and planning, including development of the AI Environmental Air Nuisance Investigation Robot Dog and creation of AI systems for monitoring noise and wastewater. TradeMonday offers a vertical GenAI SaaS platform that automates retail analytics and workflows, transforming data into profit-driving decisions with pre-trained AI agents. The company is backed by venture capital funds from Hong Kong, Turkiye and the US.

Chain Technology Development Co. Limited will present its award-winning Digital Twin solution that brings together AI, IoT data and spatial intelligence to address needs in architecture, engineering, construction and operation industries. Man Yue Electronics Company Limited, participating as a manufacturer and supplier of high-quality electronic components, will showcase products emphasizing sustainability and carbon neutrality. Additional event details are available at https://exhibitors.gitex.com/gitex-global-2025/Exhibitor/ExbDetails/hong-kong-trade-development-council.

Beyond the main GITEX Global exhibition, HKSTP will lead another pavilion at Expand North Star at Dubai Harbour from October 12-15, showcasing innovative solutions from 10 park companies. Participating startups will also compete in the Supernova Challenge pitching competition, while The Hong Kong Polytechnic University will showcase its technological achievements and business solutions. The HKTDC will host a networking dinner on October 14 together with the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Dubai, expected to attract around 80 industry representatives from local and international sectors.

The event will feature 12 pitching sessions where participating companies present innovative solutions to investors, businesses and government agencies. GITEX Global, marking its 45th edition this year, is expected to attract over 200,000 attendees from more than 180 countries, bringing together tech giants and innovative startups across fields including AI, cybersecurity, smart mobility and greentech.