Di Yi Cai Jing Zi Xun·2025-10-18 11:45Group 1 - Alibaba Group and Ant Group plan to invest approximately HKD 7.2 billion to acquire a multi-story commercial building in Causeway Bay as their Hong Kong headquarters [1] - The trend of mainland tech companies establishing a presence in Hong Kong is growing, with companies like Li Auto and others setting up overseas headquarters or R&D centers [1][2] - The Hong Kong government is actively welcoming these companies, emphasizing the city's world-class talent, vibrant capital markets, and international legal framework as key advantages for mainland tech firms [1][2] Group 2 - Hong Kong has long served as a crucial gateway for mainland companies to access global markets, and recent efforts have intensified to strengthen this collaboration [2][3] - Since the appointment of Chief Executive John Lee, the development of the tech innovation industry has become a priority, with nearly 500 potential or leading tech companies established in Hong Kong in 2023 [2] - The 2025 Policy Address outlines plans to cultivate emerging industries and support mainland companies in expanding overseas through a dedicated "outbound task force" [2][3] Group 3 - The "outbound task force" was officially launched on October 6, aimed at enhancing Hong Kong's role as a platform for mainland companies to expand internationally [3] - The task force integrates various government offices to provide tailored support for companies, including legal, tax, financing, and intellectual property services [3] - The goal is to assist mainland enterprises in their international business expansion while contributing to Hong Kong's economic dynamism [3] Group 4 - The Hong Kong government has been promoting outbound services to mainland companies through various events and visits, highlighting the advantages of Hong Kong's legal services and support [4][5] - In 2022, the number of foreign companies in Hong Kong reached a record high of 9,960, with over a quarter coming from mainland China [5] - There is a strong expectation for more mainland companies to establish international business headquarters and other centers in Hong Kong [5]