17th Asian Financial Forum opens in Hong Kong, focusing on opportunities in China and calling for multilateral cooperation
The 17th Asian Financial Forum kicked off in Hong Kong on January 24th, drawing over 3,000 financial and business representatives to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. The forum has added a “China Opportunities” discussion session, where industry leaders will discuss the potential of the mainland market and the role of Hong Kong in capitalizing on these opportunities.
In his speech at the forum, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Lee Ka-chiu, emphasized the long-term opportunities brought about by the “one country, two systems” policy. He stated that Hong Kong will continue to serve as a “super connector” and “super value adder”, creating opportunities for businesses and economies in Asia and around the world.
The Chief Executive also highlighted Hong Kong’s role as a major listing platform for global companies and a center of excellence for biotech financing. He emphasized the mutual market access between Hong Kong and the Mainland, which has continued to expand, firmly establishing Hong Kong’s role as a capital bridge between the Mainland and international financial markets.
Li Yunze, director of the State Administration of Financial Supervision and Administration, echoed these sentiments in his speech, emphasizing the mainland’s solid economic foundation, strong growth vitality, and favorable economic conditions. He expressed confidence in the mainland’s ability to provide strong impetus for world economic development.
Lam Kin-yuk, Chairman of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, emphasized the importance of multilateral cooperation in seeking opportunities for development and transformation. The theme of this year’s forum, “Multilateral Cooperation Writes a New Chapter”, reflects the urgent need for cooperation on pressing issues and the pursuit of a win-win situation.
Co-organized by the Hong Kong SAR Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the Asian Financial Forum features more than 40 theme forums, policy dialogues, and other discussion activities focusing on global economic prospects, opportunities in China, and green finance. The inclusion of these topics reflects the forum’s goal of addressing the most pressing issues and fostering cooperation in the financial and business sectors.