Group 1 - Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomes international students from Harvard University, offering unconditional admission and support for transfer students amid changes in the global academic environment [4][5] - The International Mediation Institute will establish its headquarters in Hong Kong, enhancing the city's status as a global mediation hub and attracting more international organizations [5][6] - The New Capital Investor Immigration Scheme has received 1,257 applications, expected to bring over HKD 37 billion in investments to Hong Kong, reinforcing its position as a top international investment hub [6][8] Group 2 - The Hong Kong Legislative Council passed the Stablecoin Bill, establishing a licensing system for fiat-backed stablecoin issuers to enhance the regulatory framework for virtual asset activities [7][8] - Hong Kong Investment Company has invested in over 100 projects, with several companies planning IPOs, indicating a focus on AI and innovative technologies [8][9] - The Hong Kong government plans to provide tax incentives for eligible commodity trading activities, aiming to establish a commodity trading ecosystem [9][10] Group 3 - Major state-owned banks in China have lowered three- and five-year deposit rates by 25 basis points, with the Loan Prime Rate (LPR) also reduced by 10 basis points, reflecting a shift in monetary policy [10][11] - The People's Bank of China announced a MLF operation of CNY 500 billion to maintain liquidity in the banking system, indicating ongoing support for the economy [12][13] - The State Administration of Foreign Exchange is working on a draft to improve cross-border fund management for domestic companies listing abroad, aiming to enhance financing convenience [13][14] Group 4 - The European Union proposed a €2 fee on small parcels, primarily targeting e-commerce shipments from China, which accounted for over 90% of such imports [15][16] - The U.S. Congress passed a significant tax reform bill under the Trump administration, which includes various tax cuts and spending increases, potentially impacting the economy and federal debt [21][22] - Bitcoin reached a historic high of $110,000, driven by macroeconomic policies and structural factors, positioning it as the fifth-largest asset globally by market capitalization [26]
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Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-05-26 14:01