Core Insights - The Southern Finance Forum 2025 Annual Conference emphasizes the theme "The Power of Consensus - Innovation Surges, China's Asset Revaluation" [1] - Standard Chartered Bank's CEO for the Greater Bay Area, Li Haiqiang, discusses the trends and challenges faced by Chinese enterprises going global, highlighting the importance of financial innovation in supporting these efforts [1][2] Group 1: Trends in Chinese Enterprises Going Global - Chinese enterprises are increasingly pursuing internationalization as a necessary path for large companies and a survival strategy for small and medium-sized enterprises [1] - The trend of Chinese companies going global has evolved from "going out" to "integrating in," indicating a deeper commitment to local markets [1] - The "new three items" have become significant forces in the global supply chain, with many Chinese companies emerging as industry leaders [1] Group 2: Financial Challenges and Innovations - Chinese enterprises face challenges in cross-border finance, including capital management, financing, supply chain coordination, currency settlement, and exchange rate risks [2] - Standard Chartered Bank has established a new economy business team to provide comprehensive services to support these enterprises since 2016, exemplified by its partnership with autonomous driving leader Pony.ai [2] - The bank has also innovated in cross-border RMB business to enhance the competitiveness of Chinese enterprises [2] Group 3: Technological Advancements and Support - Standard Chartered Bank is investing in technology-driven financial innovation, including artificial intelligence and digital assets, and is establishing an AI research center in Guangzhou [3] - The bank has formed strategic partnerships with leading Chinese tech companies to better support Chinese enterprises going global [3] - The Greater Bay Area is positioned as a vibrant cross-border financial ecosystem, leveraging its geographical advantages and technological strengths to provide efficient global financial support [3] Group 4: Role of Standard Chartered Bank - As an international bank with over 160 years of experience in the Greater Bay Area, Standard Chartered Bank aims to act as a "super connector" between the region and the world, facilitating cross-border financial innovation [4]