The '32nd Hong Kong International Industrial Products Exhibition' (Exhibition), organized by the Chinese Manufacturers’ Association of Hong Kong (CMA), was held from November 3 to 6, 1994 at level 5, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Mr Zhou Nan, Director of Xinhua News Agency (Hong Kong Branch), accompanied by Mr Herbert Liang, CMA President, and Mr Leung Nai Wing, CMA Vice-President and Exhibition Chairman, officiated the opening ceremony. Guests attending the ceremony also included senior officials of the Xinhua News Agency (Hong Kong Branch), government officials, prominent figures of industrial and trade sectors, consulate-generals, representatives of various major business corporations, CMA Vice-Presidents, Honorary Presidents, Executive Committee members, General Committee members and Sub-committee members.

First held in 1938, the Hong Kong Industrial Products Exhibitions were well received by the local manufacturers and the public. Due to the lack of a proper venue, the Exhibition was suspended in 1974. 1994 marks the 60th anniversary of CMA and the 32nd Exhibition staged a come-back to commemorate the event.
The past Exhibitions were able to serve as an epitome on Hong Kong's industrial development, and they contributed significantly in promoting	Over 400 exhibitors from 22 countries participated in the Exhibition.
Hong Kong's industry to overseas countries as well as encouraging the local sales and exports. The '32nd Hong Kong International Industrial Products Exhibition', not only maintained its renowned tradition, but also contributed to establishing international business linkage, in order to keep pace with the rapidly expanding international trade and industrial activities.
	Group photo of CMA President, Vice-Presidents, Honorary Presidents with Mr Zhoi Na (middle), Director of Xinhua News Agency (Hong Kong Branch), at the opening ceremony of the Exhibition.

The 32nd Exhibition received enthusiastic response from the public. It attracted over 206,000 visitors, a new admittance record of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Over 400 exhibitors from 22 countries joined in the Exhibition. Among them, 75% were local manufacturers while 25% came from overseas countries. Enthusiastic participation by the foreign exhibitors reflected the important role Hong Kong played in the international trade. The Association also drew up a wide range of programs at the Exhibition venue. Visitors could experience the festive ambience of the previous memorable Exhibitions while enjoying the pleasure of shopping.