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Logistics operatorsFSDC, HKIAPSAISCL, HAFFA, HKIAPSNeed for effective andresponsible leadership to ensuretimely implementationFigure 59. Recommendations from industry practitioners and academiaDevote resources for marketingand promotion to attractcommercial principals1[1] Maritime and Aviation Training Fund[2] Hong Kong Qualifications FrameworkSources: Financial Services Development Council, Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board, Hong Kong Institute of Asia-Pacific Studies, Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding Agents, The Chinese General Chamber of Commerce, The Hong Kong Shippers’ Council, Asian Institute of Supply Chains & Logistics, and various news clipsNotes:Maritime industryEstablish sovereign-rated financialinstitution to provide fundingfor ship owners2Include maritime-related supportservices in the dedicatedtax regime3Conclude more Double TaxAgreements withmajor shipping jurisdictions4Expand coverage of MATF[1] tosupport training and educationinitiated by private sectors5Human resourcesOffer sufficient funding toincentivise SMEs to deploynew technology in operation7Logistics R&DReview manpower demand andleverage on HKQF[2] to designsuitable training and education6FSDC, HKMPBCGCC, HKGCC,The Hong Kong Shippers CouncilTrade Single WindowExplore compatibility of Hong Kong’sTrade Single Window with those ofother economies or other B2B systems8Trade financeFacilitate SMEs’ access to exportinsurance or guaranteesamid Covid-19995