In October, CW CPA’s Latin Department welcomed a Brazilian business delegation to Hong Kong, participated in trade and business events in Macao and Colombia, and met with chamber and consular representatives. The month’s activities focused on market entry, international trade and practical support for businesses operating between Latin America and Greater China.
Mato Grosso Delegation Explores Hong Kong’s Role in Mainland China Expansion
On 30 October, CW CPA welcomed a business delegation from Sinop and Sorriso, Mato Grosso, Brazil, to its Hong Kong office for a session on doing business in Mainland China through Hong Kong.
Arranged through the Brazilian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong–China in partnership with Invest MT, the visit brought together business representatives exploring opportunities along the Brazil–Asia corridor.
Founding partner Thomas Wong and the Latin Department team prepared presentations introducing Hong Kong’s business environment. The programme included time for questions and discussion about how Hong Kong could support the delegates’ expansion plans.
CW CPA thanks ACES, Invest MT and the Brazilian Chamber for arranging the visit and bringing the business communities of Sinop and Sorriso to its Hong Kong office.
Brazilian Chamber Visit Focuses on Mainland China Expansion
On 26 October, CW CPA welcomed Maristela Scenna-Romano, Executive Director of the Brazilian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong–China, and Ana Paula Carvalho from the Chamber’s Marketing and Communications team.
Discussions focused on collaboration to support Brazilian companies exploring Mainland China, including potential business introductions in the medical sector. The meeting also covered possible joint activities and ways to help businesses access relevant contacts and practical market-entry guidance.
View photos and highlights on LinkedIn: Portuguese | Spanish
MIF 2026 Gives Spanish-Speaking Markets a More Prominent Place
From 21 to 24 October, Victor Herrera represented CW CPA at the 31st Macao International Trade and Investment Fair at Cotai Expo. He met with businesses, prospective partners and professionals to discuss international expansion across Greater China, Latin America and Portuguese-speaking markets.
This year’s new Spanish-Speaking Countries Industry Pavilion gave Latin American businesses a more visible presence at MIF. Alongside the concurrent Portuguese-speaking countries exhibition, it broadened the fair’s relevance to companies across the region seeking buyers, distributors and partners in China.
For CW CPA, participation provided an opportunity to understand companies’ expansion plans and discuss the structures, tax obligations and compliance requirements involved in establishing overseas operations.
View photos and highlights on LinkedIn: Portuguese | Spanish
Uruguay Consulate Visit Explores Business Cooperation
On 9 October, Thomas Wong and Victor Herrera visited the Consulate General of Uruguay in Hong Kong, where they met with Consul General Federico Lage.
Discussions covered business opportunities between Uruguay, Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, and how companies could learn more about each market. The meeting included an exchange of ideas on joint knowledge-sharing activities, including a possible webinar introducing business opportunities and practical considerations for companies exploring these markets.
View the Uruguay Consulate visit on LinkedIn — Spanish
David Barriga Attends ESCALA LATAM SUMMIT in Barranquilla
David Barriga attended ESCALA LATAM SUMMIT 2026, held on 15–16 October in Barranquilla, Colombia. Organised by Corporación Universitaria Americana and Corporación de Educación Superior del Litoral, the summit brought together business and academic representatives to discuss innovation and international cooperation.
The programme covered digital transformation, artificial intelligence, competitiveness, leadership and internationalisation. David also met with representatives of the Colombia–India, Colombo China and Colombo Peruvian chambers to exchange perspectives on supporting companies’ international business activities.
View photos from ESCALA LATAM SUMMIT on LinkedIn — Spanish
Hong Kong’s Role for Colombian Importers at IMPORT FROM CHINA
On 1 October, David Barriga presented at IMPORT FROM CHINA in Medellín, Colombia. Organised by the Cámara Colombo China de Inversión y Comercio and Cámara de Comercio Aburrá Sur, the event attracted approximately 300 business owners and entrepreneurs.
David’s presentation examined Hong Kong’s role as a platform for Colombian companies importing from China and other Asian markets. It focused on Hong Kong’s relevance to regional trading operations, while the wider event offered participants an opportunity to exchange experiences with businesses involved in international sourcing.
View coverage on LinkedIn: Portuguese — National Day recap | Spanish — Event recap
Discuss Your Plans with Our Latin Department
CW CPA thanks the business leaders, chambers and institutional partners who contributed to October’s activities.
For companies considering their next step in Hong Kong or Mainland China, our Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking team can discuss market-entry plans, company establishment and ongoing accounting, tax and compliance needs.
Contact our Latin Department to discuss your plans.
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