郑永年：粤港澳大湾区现代服务业发展潜力远未释放

Core Viewpoint - Guangdong Province is actively developing the modern service industry, which has become a key pillar for economic growth and employment, supporting high-quality economic and social development in the region [2]. Group 1: Development of Modern Service Industry - The overall scale of the service industry in Guangdong has been continuously expanding, becoming crucial for economic growth and employment [2]. - A special meeting was held on August 22 to discuss the acceleration of modern industrial system construction, focusing on modern service industries [2]. Group 2: Key Elements for Development - Zheng Yongnian emphasizes that the service industry is a vital component of modern economies, with a higher proportion of service industries in more developed economies [5]. - He notes that China is approaching high-income status and should be in a phase of significant service industry development [5]. - The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is identified as the most active region for service industry development in China, with substantial growth potential yet to be realized [5]. Group 3: Core Components of Modern Service Industry - Zheng identifies three essential components for the development of modern service industries: 1. A strong base of universities and research institutions capable of conducting fundamental scientific research 2. Enterprises or institutions that can transform basic research into applied technologies 3. An open financial support system to facilitate both research and technology application [5]. - The technology service industry is highlighted as the most important part of modern services, with the Fourth Industrial Revolution centered around the internet and artificial intelligence [5]. Group 4: International Expansion and Competitive Advantages - Zheng advocates for the international expansion of China's modern service industry, especially in light of changing international trade dynamics and the acceleration of Chinese enterprises going global [6]. - He points out that the core of the service industry lies in regulatory management and standards, necessitating increased efforts for high-level openness [6]. - Guangdong's unique advantages for developing modern service trade include its proximity to Hong Kong and Macau, which offer professional service advantages, cultural diversity, and geographical proximity to Southeast Asia [6].