Group 1: Innovation and Technology Development - The "Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou" innovation cluster ranked first globally in the recent Global Innovation Index, highlighting the Bay Area's leading position in the global innovation landscape [1] - The Hong Kong Science Park in the Lok Ma Chau Loop is a significant cooperation platform under the national 14th Five-Year Plan, with the first three buildings completed and operational by the end of this year [1] - The Hong Kong government has established a cross-departmental approval team to expedite the development of the Lok Ma Chau Loop, with plans for the second phase of development to be completed within this year [1] Group 2: Financial Connectivity - Hong Kong ranks third in the Global Financial Centre Index, with the gap to New York and London narrowing to 2 and 1 points respectively [2] - The total value of Hong Kong's asset and wealth management business surpassed HKD 35 trillion, a year-on-year increase of 13%, equivalent to 11 times the local GDP [2] - Hong Kong aims to become the largest cross-border wealth management center globally in the coming years, facilitating the introduction of more foreign capital into the mainland private equity market [2] Group 3: Infrastructure and Logistics - The "Cross-Border Payment System" launched in June provides secure and efficient instant payment services for residents and institutions, enhancing trade and personnel exchanges between Hong Kong and the mainland [3] - The "Hong Kong Cars Northbound" initiative has been well-received, with over 100,000 private cars participating, and the "Guangdong Cars Southbound" plan is set to be implemented soon [3] - Hong Kong is establishing various multimodal transport models with Bay Area cities, including a comprehensive transport system integrating rail, sea, land, and river routes to facilitate goods transit [3] Group 4: Aviation and Air Cargo - Hong Kong International Airport is the most developed aviation hub in the Bay Area, with a partnership signed with Zhuhai Airport to enhance connectivity and optimize land transport [4] - The "Sea-Air Cargo Transport" initiative with Dongguan allows for local customs inspections and direct waterway delivery to Hong Kong, significantly reducing time and costs [4] - The first phase of the Dongguan Airport Center at Hong Kong International Airport will be completed by the end of this year, with further studies for the second phase commencing this year [4]
李家超：创新科技、金融贸易、基建联通三轨并进 共建世界级一流湾区