PingPong 合伙人罗永龙：海南自贸港应从“通道经济”转向“枢纽经济”，软环境与产业留人是关键

Core Viewpoint - The Sanya International Forum emphasizes the need for Hainan to transition from a "channel economy" to a sustainable "hub economy," focusing on optimizing the "soft environment" and building an industry ecosystem to retain talent [1][7]. Group 1: Economic Transition - Hainan should leverage its unique EF account system to facilitate global fund collection and distribution, particularly for trade in goods [3][6]. - The development of cross-border e-commerce in Hainan can be supported by its unique "fifth" and "seventh" air rights, enhancing global connectivity [3][7]. - The transition to a hub economy requires continuous improvement of the business environment, including high-quality capital project openness and creating a livable and workable environment to attract talent [3][10]. Group 2: Cross-Border E-commerce Opportunities - Hainan has significant potential in exporting tropical agricultural products and developing medical products in the Boao Lecheng International Medical Tourism Pilot Zone [3][8]. - The tourism industry can drive e-commerce growth, as visitors may return to purchase products online after their experience in Hainan [8][9]. - The unique advantages of Hainan, such as its geographical proximity and cultural similarities to Southeast Asian countries, position it as a key base for cross-border e-commerce [8][9]. Group 3: Financial Services and Compliance - PingPong provides end-to-end payment solutions for Chinese enterprises going global, supported by a network of over 100 global banks and more than 60 payment licenses [4][5]. - The EF account system in Hainan is particularly beneficial for current account transactions, allowing for efficient fund management and currency exchange [6][10]. - The financial services landscape for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) needs to improve, as many face challenges due to varying regulations and currency fluctuations in different countries [5][9]. Group 4: Infrastructure and Policy Support - The development of infrastructure, including transportation and regulatory frameworks, is crucial for Hainan to become a true hub economy [7][11]. - Low tax policies, such as a maximum of 15% for corporate and personal income taxes, are attractive for talent retention and investment [10][11]. - Continuous policy and institutional openness are necessary to create a favorable environment for businesses and to retain talent in Hainan [11].