The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Dubai is the official representative of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China in the six member states of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC), including Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. It is responsible for enhancing understanding of Hong Kong’s unique advantages, advancing Hong Kong’s economic and trade interests, and supporting overseas enterprises in expanding business in Hong Kong. The Dubai ETO maintains close liaison with local governments, business and trade organisations, and monitors and reports on developments that are likely to affect Hong Kong’s trade and economic interests.