It is argued in this report that expanding production activities on the mainland will be tantamount to better economies of scale and cost competitiveness . hong kong companies comparative advantages in competing in the global market , typified by the strengths in design , quality and delivery , will be further helped by a reduction in fabric and accessory costs as china lowers its tariff rates 本报告指出,港商扩大在中国内地的生产活动,有助提高规模经济效益和成本竞争优势。港商凭著卓越的设计、优良的质素和准时的交货期,早已在全球市场建立了强大优势,而随著中国内地削减关税,布料及配饰的成本势必相应下降,令港商如虎添翼。