Being one of the oldest nations on Earth, France has broad and deep influences in different aspects of culture throughout history. The residence of the French Consul General in Hong Kong is almost an art exhibition hall in itself. Consul General Christile Drulhe will guides us in exploring French contemporary arts and perfume-making in her residence. Something not many people may know is that Hong Kong has been one of France’s major jewellery importers for decades. The consul general will also be a one-day apprentices with our presenter, Chris, at a local goldsmith workshop. The cultural exchange between Hong Kong and France is not limited to arts. French biological scientists Benoit, has been conducting research in Hong Kong for more than 10 years and contributed to archiving the city’s natural history.

Raja Daswani is an Indian born and raised in Hong Kong. Translated homophonically into Chinese, his name means “emperor”, portraying his extraordinary life in Hong Kong. In the early 1950s, Raja’s father and grandfather emigrated from India and opened a tailor shop in Tsim Sha Tsui. With their business sense and fluent English, the business went on track. At the age of 18, Raja started to take care of the tailor shop and later invested in properties, walking through storms over the years. This Indian emperor built his own tailoring empire in Hong Kong. Is this the success of the natural business acumen of the Indians, or a reward of his hard work and persistence? Despite his Indian descent, Raja regards himself a Hongkonger. Always grateful for what he has, he thinks he has a responsibility to give back to the people in Hong Kong. He set up Feed Hong Kong, a non-governmental organization, in 2020, giving out meals and daily supplies to local underprivileged groups. He is determined to contributing both his money and efforts for a good cause.

According to the 2021 Population Census, there are about 320,000 elderly singletons and elderly couple households in Hong Kong. Among them, there is a notable number of “hidden elderly” who are socially withdrawn, lacking in family or peer support, and disconnected from normal social networks and activities. They also do not know how to seek assistance from social service providers. The Labour and Welfare Bureau's data in 2023 shows that there are currently 214 elderly community centres in Hong Kong, and around 9,000 hidden elderly and needy are receiving case follow-up services. What are the needs of these "hidden elderly" behind our vibrant and prosperous society? Can the current policies adequately address their needs?

The annual Arts in the Park will take place at the Central Lawn of Victoria Park from November 30 to December 1. This year’s theme is the novel “Around the World in Eighty Days” by French writer Jules Verne. Everyone can join main character Phileas Fogg’s wonderful journey.

#67 Studio interviews Part 1: HKGCC International Business Summit Guest: Agnes Chan Chairman Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce -On 28th Nov, Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce will present another edition of the International Business Summit, marking 30 years since the Summit debuted in November 1994. Part 2: Minerals and Crystals Guest: Krizto Chan Mining enthusiast -A Hong Kong mining enthusiast travelling around the world in search of various types of minerals and crystals shares the stories of her adventures with others and guides people to connect with nature. Features: - Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit 2024 - Lantau Island’s Shui Hau Cultural Tour - Highlights from the Singapore Festival - Guo Pei’s Fashioning Imagination exhibition

Agriculture, urbanisation and industry have taken a heavy toll on Lake Erie, one of the five Great Lakes on the northern edge of the US. Today, more and more people are working to bring nature back around the lake. Rivers are recovering, wetlands are being restored, and eradicated animal and plant species are returning. The wounds inflicted on nature by man are beginning to heal.

A few weeks ago, we mentioned on the show that 2024 has been celebrated as the year of Czech music. It’s been celebrated by an array of concerts and events, featuring not only classical music but other musical genres. Later in today’s programme, we’re joining in by featuring two Czech musicians who visited Hong Kong at the end of last month. But before heading to the Czech Republic, we’re focusing on a natural material that is quintessentially Asian. In Hong Kong, you’ll most commonly see bamboo used for scaffolding around buildings, for making furniture, or even for steaming dim sum. It can also be a versatile material for artists. Gustav Mahler was born in eastern Bohemia, now part of the Czech Republic. On the relationship of Czechs to music, Mahler oncesaid, “Where else can you find a nation that has such a rich musical tradition as the Czechs?” That’s a tradition being celebrated in 2024, in the year of Czech Music, a festival organised once every decade that this year is highlighting the work of Bedřich Smetana, the “father of Czech music”, born exactly two centuries ago. Celebrations in the country, particularly in Prague, have been in full swing throughout the year. Some have even made their way to Hong Kong. In late October, the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong invited two Czech musicians, harpist Kateřina Englichová and oboist Vilém Veverka, to join them in playing some Czech classics.

"Conversations with Global Investors" is an investment forum jointly organized by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, the Securities and Futures Commission and the Hong Kong Academy of Finance. The event will showcase Hong Kong’s vibrancy as an international financial hub.

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Episode 4: Youth Chapter Mutual understanding among people is essential for the long-term success of the Belt and Road Initiative. The Hong Kong government has established the Belt and Road Scholarship to support outstanding students from Belt and Road countries to study in Hong Kong. It promotes exchanges, broadens the horizons of Hong Kong students, and attracts overseas talents to stay and develop in Hong Kong.