13 May. European Chambers' luncheon.

Dear Members and Friends,

We are pleased to invite you to the following Joint European Chambers’ Luncheon:


Mr. Anders Ahnlid
Director-General for Trade Policy, Sweden
Pawel Flato

Mr Ahnlid, the most senior Swedish trade official, is visiting Tokyo, Beijing and Hong Kong to discuss the situation in the stalled WTO negotiations ahead of the Swedish Presidency of the EU during the second half of 2009. Mr Ahnlid will share his views on the following and related subjects:
“- When will we have a deal in the trade negotiations in WTO?

- What are the prospects for trade relations between China and the EU?

- How will Sweden lead the European Union in the areas of trade and economy?”


Date : Wednesday 13 May 2009
Venue: The Helena May, 35 Garden Road, Central, Hong Kong
Time : 12:30 – 2 pm
Price : HKD 300 (Members) HKD 400 (Non-Members)
(incl. 3-course lunch and drinks)

Please find the booking form attached.



The Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
7/F Unit B-C, One Capital Place. 18 Luard Road, Wanchai-Hong Kong
Tel: +852-2763 6236 Fax:+852-2763 6279
info@spanish-chamber.com.hk
www.spanish-chamber.com.hk_

6th May. Spanish Gathering at Culture Club

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY - WED. MAY 6.

Dear Friend of the Society,

Thank you to all 41 of you who attended yesterday evening's Get Together. This was despite the rain and the fact that some regulars were out of Hong Kong. It's wonderful to see everyone there, giving so much to the occasion - none more so than Alejandro, who gave a fascinating talk on Mountaineering in Mexico. We learnt that there are some very high volcanoes in that country with lots of treacherous ice on and near the peaks. One of the attached photos shows Alejandro (glasses, grey top, before or after his talk?). The other photo is one of our birthday girl, A Mai, who was kind enough to celebrate her birthday with us. You will see the delicious cake that she brought.

We are very grateful to all those who have given "talks' to the gatherings. It's not easy to talk to relatively large numbers, and everyone has done a terrific job. During our next meeting, on Wednesday, 6th of May, we are likely to have a treat since Gabriel and Carmen, both from Argentina, have indicated that they would like to give a talk on Argentinean culture (concentrating on Tango and Football). Having spoken informally to Gabriel last night, I can assure you that the talk will be passionate!

Thank you also to Lennon, the owner of CultureClub (www.cultureclub.com.hk), who provided us with such a relaxing environment, not to speak of the free snacks. I can testify to their taste and nutritional value since I came directly from a movie ("Departures" - recommended) and was hungry.

Please put the date of the next meeting in your diary and do lots of Spanish practice before then (www.rtve.es recommended), so that you can benefit fully from being in an environment where Spanish is the norm.

Saludos,

Chris Stubbs

Member of the Society.

25th April. Spanish gathering at Termini cafe

Dear all,
Our regular Spanish gathering the last Saturday of the month will be in Termini Tea Yard cafe and as always it will start from 8.00pm on going.

Details: "Termini Tea Yard"
Tel: 25757738
2/F, 516 Lockhart Road, Causeway Bay

I'll see you then,
Marcela.

15th April. Spanish gathering at Culture Club

Dear Friends of the Society,

A reminder that our next Get Together at CultureClub (www.cultureclub.com.hk), 15 Elgin Street, Soho (map attached) will take place this coming Wednesday, the 15th, from 7 p.m. onwards (early attendance appreciated).

We have been very fortunate of late to have had large turnouts, so let's try to keep the momentum going. The evenings provide a wonderful opportunity to practise Spanish in a friendly and relaxing environment. Some regulars are away on holiday, so it is hoped that you will make a special effort to attend. One of our very welcome native speakers, Alejandro from Mexico, has promised to give a talk, but he is still deciding on the topic, so it should be a pleasant surprise for all of us. Participants from Mexico, Spain, Colombia, Venezuela, and other countries where Spanish is the native language, have continually supported our efforts to improve in the language and we are extremely grateful to them.

Lennon, the owner of CultureClub, after his holiday in Taiwan, will be raring to see us again. We are looking forward to his "tentempies" (I think I got that right, but am ready to stand corrected), as well as drinks at Happy Hour prices (after the first).

There may also be a birthday cake arriving on the scene!

Que tengan un Feliz Semana Santa,

Chris Stubbs

Member of the Society.

Felices pascuas/ Happy easter