Why does the cancellation matter for investors in Hong Kong?

It matters because leadership trips often open doors to senior buyers and investors. When Sun Dong cancels US visit, some top-level meetings may slip, slowing government-backed partnerships. Still, execution rests with founders. We look for concrete outcomes: pilots booked, security reviews passed, and clear unit economics. Investors should extend sales-cycle assumptions for the US, but continue to fund teams with verified demand signals and credible integration timelines.

How can CES 2026 delegates maximise outcomes without the secretary present?

Treat CES as a sales sprint. Before the show, confirm target accounts, demo scripts, pricing, and pilot scope. On-site, run short, repeatable demos and capture buyer qualification data. After the show, schedule calls within 7 to 10 days and send technical documents promptly. Replace any missed senior meetings with virtual sessions. Track outcomes by pilots signed, LOIs, and integration dates. Share a weekly pipeline update with investors until conversions land.

What should startups do to sustain Silicon Valley outreach this quarter?

Reschedule the highest-value meetings first and offer clear agendas. Use customer references, alumni groups, and partner channels to reach decision makers. Keep compliance packs ready, including data handling, security, and contracts. Publish a short product update to maintain visibility. If timelines slip, insert interim technical evaluations or sandboxes. Keep momentum with quarterly webinars and targeted founder trips. Measure progress by new opportunities created and pilots moving to paid contracts.

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January 06: Hong Kong Tech Chief Sun Dong Cancels US Visit to CES

ByHuzaifa Zahoor January 6, 2026January 6, 2026

Sun Dong cancels US visit just hours after the itinerary was released on January 6. The trip had included CES 2026 in Las Vegas and meetings in Silicon Valley. The reversal raises short-term questions for Hong Kong innovation links with US partners, sponsors, and corporates. A 61-company Hong Kong delegation still plans to exhibit at CES, a key venue for pilots and orders. We outline practical impacts on outreach, how founders can still win deals, and what investors in Hong Kong should monitor next.