上海市常务副市长吴伟：上海将以更高水平对外开放，积极吸引更多境内外机构

Core Viewpoint - The Shanghai International Investor Conference highlighted the progress in building Shanghai as an international financial center, emphasizing the growth of financial institutions and the effectiveness of financial services in supporting the real economy [1] Group 1: Financial Institution Growth - Shanghai has seen a significant increase in international financial organizations, with nearly 1,800 licensed financial institutions, of which foreign financial institutions account for nearly one-third [1] - The merger and acquisition activity among Shanghai-listed companies has been on the rise since the introduction of the "Six Merger Guidelines" last year [1] Group 2: Financial Market Connectivity - During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, the cumulative trading volume of the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect reached 99 trillion yuan, representing a 275% increase compared to the "13th Five-Year Plan" [1] Group 3: Future Development Plans - Shanghai aims to enhance market vitality through higher quality reforms and innovations, improving the effectiveness of financial services for the real economy [1] - The city plans to attract more domestic and foreign institutions by creating a market-oriented, law-based, and international business environment [1] - There is a focus on balancing openness and security, enhancing financial risk prevention capabilities, and ensuring that systemic financial risks are effectively managed [1]