Group 1 - Standard Chartered Bank has been rooted in China for over 160 years, participating in significant milestones of the Chinese financial market, such as Bond Connect and Swap Connect, and remains optimistic about the Chinese market [2][3] - The bank's commitment to China is demonstrated by its ongoing investments, including a planned investment of $300 million in related businesses by the end of 2024, and the establishment of various service centers in major cities [4] - The bank's positioning as a "super connector" aims to bridge financial communication between China and the world, actively participating in initiatives like the Belt and Road [5][6] Group 2 - The bank has supported over 720 projects related to the Belt and Road Initiative, with a total project amount reaching $130 billion, and has engaged in over 200 outbound projects for Chinese enterprises in key sectors [6] - The bank's investment strategy in China has shifted to overweighting Chinese assets since April, driven by improved investor confidence and economic growth, with a focus on technology, communication services, and discretionary consumption [7] - Standard Chartered Bank's long-standing presence in China reflects the opportunities available for foreign enterprises to share in China's development [8]
百年外资行要做“超级连接器”