安永出席“投资英国会议2025”，共话中英投资新机遇

Core Insights - The UK Investment Conference Hong Kong 2025 aimed to showcase the UK as a resilient investment destination and discuss the role of Hong Kong as a bridge for Sino-British investment dialogue [2][3] Group 1: Economic Cooperation - The economic structures of China and the UK are highly complementary, with bilateral trade remaining stable at around $100 billion annually and mutual investment stock exceeding $65 billion [3] - Despite global economic challenges, the trade and investment cooperation between the two countries demonstrates strong resilience and growth potential [3] Group 2: Investment Environment - The UK is committed to creating an open, stable, and innovative investment environment, focusing on eight key growth sectors: financial services, clean energy, technology, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, creative industries, green infrastructure, and professional services [4] - Since July 2024, the UK has successfully implemented investment projects worth over £100 billion, including a £7.3 billion national wealth fund, and plans to increase public R&D investment to £22.6 billion annually by 2029/30 [4] Group 3: Industry Focus - Chinese investors are increasingly focusing on sectors such as clean energy, electric vehicles, life sciences, and technological innovation, which are seen as core drivers of UK economic growth [5] - The integration of technology iteration and market application in high-growth sectors presents unique investment opportunities for forward-looking companies [5] Group 4: Hong Kong's Role - Hong Kong's role has evolved from being a "super connector" to a "value chain enhancer," leveraging its unique advantages under "one country, two systems" to support Chinese enterprises in entering the UK market [6] - The conference highlighted the importance of linking Hong Kong's gateway value with UK industrial opportunities, creating a comprehensive platform for cross-border investment [6] Group 5: Strategic Investment Approach - For Chinese investors, a professional and prudent approach is essential for forward-looking investments, emphasizing the need to understand local regulations and market dynamics [7] - Utilizing global networks of professional service firms like Ernst & Young can help manage various risks associated with cross-border investments, ensuring sustainable and high-quality development in the UK and European markets [7]