许正宇：香港特区政府希望以金融为手段吸引更多产业在港落地

Core Viewpoint - Hong Kong aims to enhance its role not just as a financing center but as a platform for industries to establish operations, particularly attracting high-quality mainland enterprises to set up their supply chains in the region [1][2]. Group 1: Financial Market Development - The government plans to expand the financial value chain by promoting the internationalization of the Renminbi and establishing markets for gold and non-ferrous metals [2]. - There is a focus on creating new financial sectors, including fintech, virtual assets, stablecoins, and green finance, with legislative support for stablecoin regulation expected soon [2]. - Hong Kong's new listing of CATL has attracted global cornerstone investors, indicating a robust capital market [3]. Group 2: Economic Environment and Stability - Hong Kong provides a stable business environment, essential for mitigating uncertainties arising from global policy changes, particularly in response to U.S. tariff policies [4]. - The city has seen significant growth in new stock fundraising, with approximately HKD 60 billion raised this year and over HKD 170 billion in total fundraising in the first four months, marking a year-on-year increase of over three times [3]. Group 3: Renminbi Internationalization - Hong Kong is the largest offshore Renminbi hub, with 80% of offshore Renminbi transactions occurring through the city, and it has accumulated over CNY 1 trillion in Renminbi funds [5]. - The government aims to continue promoting Renminbi internationalization through various channels, enhancing connectivity between mainland and Hong Kong markets, particularly through stock and bond connect programs [5].