We are excited to announce that our Principal, Ms. Pauli Wong, has been appointed as the Honorary IP Advisor by the Hong Kong Medical & Healthcare Device Industries Association (HKMHDIA) for the term 2025-2026. She will provide advice and guidance to support HKMHDIA’s mission in advocating for streamlined regulatory policies to position Hong Kong as a leader in medical technologies. 

Pauli has served many HKMHDIA members in the life sciences and medical devices sectors as their patent attorney over the past few years. She is eager to provide strategic guidance for the association, leveraging her deep understanding of intellectual property to help HKMHDIA members safeguard their innovations and enhance their competitive edge. 

We are confident that Pauli's expertise and dedication will greatly benefit HKMHDIA and its members, driving innovation and success in the life sciences and medical devices sector of Hong Kong. 

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