Raised in Thailand, but courting success in Hong KongShoppers browse items at the Abouthai shop in Hong Kong. Mrs Kanokwan, president and co-founder of Abouthai Hong Kong, set up a shop seven years ago in Hong Kong to import fruit, snacks, eggs, vegetables, Thai herbal compress balls and hygiene masks, all from Thailand. She set a trend for buying and using Thai products in Hong Kong, which has been key for the success of her business. Product development, including taste and packaging, and selling products quickly is crucial as rental rates in Hong Kong are steep. Around 300,000 Thais live in Hong Kong, more than Koreans and Japanese residents.

Source: Bangkok Post February 11, 2020 23:37 UTC