Core Viewpoint - The recent policy measures announced by the Ministry of Commerce and nine other departments aim to expand service consumption, emphasizing the development of new consumption formats, models, and scenarios to stimulate economic growth and enhance consumer experiences [1][2]. Group 1: Policy Measures and Economic Impact - The policy encourages the development of new consumption scenarios that integrate business, travel, culture, and sports, aiming to cultivate new leading enterprises in consumption [1]. - The new economic development momentum index for 2024 is projected at 136.0, reflecting a 14.2% increase from 2023, indicating robust growth in new industries and business models [1]. Group 2: Collaboration and Implementation - Successful implementation of new consumption formats requires collaboration between government and enterprises, with the government providing supportive policies and enterprises focusing on enhancing consumer experiences [2]. - Criteria for selecting pilot cities will consider factors such as consumption resilience, scenario capacity, and expected policy execution strength, with cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, and Hangzhou being potential candidates [2]. Group 3: Strategies for Smaller Cities - Smaller cities are encouraged to focus on specialized and innovative paths, leveraging local resources to create unique consumption experiences and enhance service consumption [2][3]. - Strategies for smaller cities include exploring differentiated markets, such as developing local agricultural product experiences and utilizing digital technologies to create virtual consumption scenarios [3].

Core Points - The Hong Kong government is accelerating the development of the Northern Metropolis, establishing a dedicated committee led by Chief Executive John Lee to streamline administrative processes and enhance resource allocation [1][2] - The Northern Metropolis is expected to become a key area for urban construction and population growth over the next 20 years, with an estimated future population of around 2.5 million, accounting for one-third of Hong Kong's total population [2][5] - The region will enhance collaboration with the Greater Bay Area, particularly with Shenzhen and Guangzhou, improving technological and industrial integration [2][3] Group 1: Development Plans - The Northern Metropolis will be managed by a committee with three working groups focusing on development models, university city planning, and comprehensive planning and execution [1] - The area covers approximately one-third of Hong Kong's total land area, including developed towns and new development zones [1] Group 2: Economic Impact - The Northern Metropolis is viewed as a strategic development area with significant economic value and potential, aiming to address Hong Kong's spatial and resource constraints [2] - The establishment of the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park is a key project, with the first phase already completed and various industries, including health tech and AI, set to establish a presence [2] Group 3: Population and Infrastructure - The government anticipates that the Northern Metropolis will house about 2.5 million residents by the end of 2024, based on current population statistics [5] - Infrastructure improvements will include simplified administrative measures and a phased development model to reduce costs and construction time [5]

Core Viewpoint - The Chief Executive of Hong Kong, John Lee, announced the establishment of the "Northern Metropolis Development Committee" to accelerate the development of the Northern Metropolis, emphasizing its strategic importance and potential for economic growth [1][6]. Group 1: Development Plans - The Northern Metropolis covers approximately one-third of Hong Kong's total area, including Yuen Long and North District, with several new development areas and hubs at various planning and construction stages [2]. - The Northern Metropolis is expected to be the most active area for urban construction and population growth in Hong Kong over the next 20 years, with a projected population of about 2.5 million, accounting for one-third of Hong Kong's total population [6][7]. Group 2: Administrative Measures - The government plans to simplify administrative processes, including the introduction of a fast-track approval system and a phased development model, to reduce engineering costs and shorten construction timelines [7]. - The "Northern Metropolis Development Committee" will consist of three working groups focusing on development models, university town planning, and comprehensive management of planning and execution [1]. Group 3: Economic Integration - The development of the Northern Metropolis aims to enhance Hong Kong's integration with the Greater Bay Area, particularly with Shenzhen and Guangzhou, facilitating closer collaboration in technology and industry [6]. - The Lok Ma Chau Loop, a key area for innovation cooperation between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, is being developed with a focus on industries such as life sciences, microelectronics, new energy, and artificial intelligence [6].

近日，商务部等9部门印发《关于扩大服务消费的若干政策措施》，提出要开展消费新业态新模式新场景试点城市建设。孔德军介绍，开展消费新业态新 模式新场景试点城市建设，是顺应当前消费升级趋势，着眼于解决优质供给不足短板，更好满足人民群众美好生活需要作出的决策部署。商务部将重点支 持健全首发经济服务体系、创新多元化服务消费场景、推进优质消费资源与知名IP跨界联名。 封面新闻记者 代睿 粟裕 9月17日，国新办举行新闻发布会，介绍扩大服务消费有关政策措施。商务部服务贸易和商贸服务业司司长孔德军在发布会上表示，将通过竞争性评审方 式在全国选择50个左右人口基数大、带动作用强、发展潜力好的消费新业态新模式新场景试点城市，增加优质消费供给，创新和丰富多元化消费场景，推 动新的消费业态不断涌现、消费活力进一步提升。 9月17日，国新办举行新闻发布会，介绍扩大服务消费有关政策措施。封面新闻记者 代睿 摄影 孔德军表示，开展试点城市建设主要有两方面考虑：一方面，丰富高品质服务供给。我国拥有全球规模最大、最具成长性的中等收入群体，消费需求正在 从"有没有"向"好不好"转变，消费者对品质化、个性化、体验化消费的需求日益增长，但传统消费业 ...

Group 1: Core Insights - The innovation and development in the consumption sector have become a focal point, with service consumption emerging as a key driver for market growth and a crucial tool for expanding domestic demand [1][2] - The Ministry of Commerce and nine other departments released a policy document on September 16, outlining 19 specific measures to promote service consumption, focusing on five areas including nurturing platforms and enhancing service supply [1][2] - The document emphasizes three main principles: combining benefits for people's livelihoods with consumption promotion, optimizing supply while stimulating demand, and balancing domestic and foreign openness [1] Group 2: Pilot Cities and New Consumption Models - The policy measures propose the establishment of pilot cities for new consumption formats, aiming to develop innovative service consumption scenarios and support cross-industry collaborations [2] - Approximately 50 pilot cities will be selected based on population size, potential for impact, and development prospects to enhance quality consumption supply and stimulate diverse consumption scenarios [2] Group 3: Quality Service Supply Enhancement - Expanding service consumption requires not only stimulating demand but also providing high-quality service supply, with initiatives aimed at upgrading service quality across various sectors [3] - The government plans to implement actions to enhance service quality, including promoting AI applications in service sectors and fostering a good environment for market activity [3] Group 4: Cultural and Tourism Product Development - The policy measures highlight the need to cultivate cultural activities and events, optimize cultural product supply, and leverage traditional cultural IP for new service consumption scenarios [4][5] - The Ministry of Culture and Tourism aims to improve tourism services and experiences, with significant financial commitments made during recent industry expos [5] Group 5: Financial Support for Service Consumption - The policy document outlines the use of monetary and credit policies to support financial institutions in expanding credit for service consumption, with a focus on innovative financial products tailored to the sector [7][8] - As of July, the loan balance in key service consumption areas reached 2.79 trillion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 5.3%, indicating strong financial backing for the sector [7][8]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government has introduced a series of policies aimed at expanding service consumption, focusing on enhancing supply and stimulating demand to drive economic growth [4][7]. Group 1: Policy Measures - Approximately 50 pilot cities will be selected nationwide based on population size, driving potential, and development prospects to test new consumption models and scenarios [2][8]. - As of the end of July, the loan balance in key service consumption sectors reached 2.79 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.3%, with an addition of 164.2 billion yuan since the beginning of the year [2][10]. - The People's Bank of China is actively supporting qualified financial institutions to issue financial bonds and asset-backed securities to broaden funding sources and enhance consumer credit supply capacity [2][10]. Group 2: Focus on Supply and Demand - The measures aim to address bottlenecks in service consumption development, combining benefits for the public with consumption promotion, optimizing supply, and stimulating demand [4][6]. - The government emphasizes the importance of high-quality service supply, aiming to attract more quality service resources through both opening up to foreign investment and reducing internal market restrictions [5][6]. Group 3: Financial Support - The People's Bank of China has implemented structural monetary policy tools to support service consumption and elderly care, guiding financial institutions to innovate products and services [10][11]. - The financial support for consumption sector entities, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, has significantly increased, with a notable rise in credit allocation [10][11].

增量政策要让经营主体有真切获得感 "在文件制定过程中，我们以推动扩大服务消费为主要目标，着力解决制约服务消费发展的堵点卡点问题，提出了一些让 经营主体有真切获得感的增量政策。"盛秋平指出，《措施》坚持惠民生和促消费相结合、坚持优化供给和激发需求相结 合、坚持对外开放和对内放开相结合，推动扩大服务消费。 9月17日，商务部副部长盛秋平、国家发展改革委就业收入分配和消费司司长吴越涛、商务部服贸司司长孔德军、文 化和旅游部产业发展司司长缪沐阳、中国人民银行信贷市场司负责人杨虹出席国新办新闻发布会，介绍已于9月16日 发布的《关于扩大服务消费的若干政策措施》（下称《措施》）有关情况。 来看会上重点内容： 1.将通过竞争性评审方式在全国选择50个左右人口基数大、带动作用强、发展潜力好的消费新业态新模式新场景试点城 市； 2.截至7月末，全国服务消费重点领域贷款余额2.79万亿元，同比增长5.3%，比年初新增1642亿元，前7个月新增贷款比去 年全年新增贷款多630亿元； 3.截至7月末，不含个人住房贷款的全国住户消费贷款余额21.04万亿元，比年初新增346亿元，同比增长5.34%； 4.中国人民银行积极支持符合条件的 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce and nine other departments have released measures to expand service consumption, focusing on enhancing supply and stimulating demand through various policies and pilot programs [1][2]. Group 1: Policy Measures - The measures include selecting around 50 pilot cities with large populations and strong development potential to promote new consumption models and scenarios [1][6]. - A total of 30 policy documents have been issued to establish a "1+N" policy system for service consumption [5]. - Upcoming policies will focus on high-quality development in the accommodation sector and the integration of railways and tourism [5]. Group 2: Financial Support - As of the end of July, the loan balance in key service consumption areas reached 2.79 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.3%, with new loans surpassing last year's total by 630 billion yuan [7]. - The People's Bank of China has implemented various financial support measures, including structural monetary policy tools to enhance credit supply in the service sector [7][8]. - Financial institutions are encouraged to innovate products and services to increase credit availability for service consumption [7]. Group 3: Supply and Demand Dynamics - The measures aim to address supply-side shortages by enhancing the quality and efficiency of service offerings, while also stimulating demand through consumer credit support and promotional activities [2][4]. - The focus is on creating high-quality, diverse service consumption scenarios to meet the evolving needs of consumers [6].

商务部等9部门16日对外发布《关于扩大服务消费的若干政策措施》，提出五方面19条举措进一步扩大服务消费。 9月17日，商务部副部长盛秋平、国家发展改革委就业收入分配和消费司司长吴越涛、商务部服贸司司长孔德军、文化和旅游部产业发展司司长缪沐阳、中国 人民银行信贷市场司负责人杨虹出席国新办新闻发布会，介绍已于9月16日发布的《关于扩大服务消费的若干政策措施》（下称《措施》）有关情况。 来看 会上重点内容： 1.将通过竞争性评审方式在全国选择50个左右人口基数大、带动作用强、发展潜力好的消费新业态新模式新场景试点城市； 2.截至7月末，全国服务消费重点领域贷款余额2.79万亿元，同比增长5.3%，比年初新增1642亿元，前7个月新增贷款比去年全年新增贷款多630亿元； 3.截至7月末，不含个人住房贷款的全国住户消费贷款余额21.04万亿元，比年初新增346亿元，同比增长5.34%； 4.中国人民银行积极支持符合条件的金融机构发行金融债券、信贷资产支持证券，拓宽资金来源，提升消费信贷供给能力； 5.初步统计，围绕建立服务消费"1+N"政策体系，相关部门目前已经出台了30多项政策文件； 6.接下来，商务部还将出台住宿业 ...

发布会现场 聂辉/摄 顶端新闻记者 聂辉 北京报道 9月17日下午，国新办举行新闻发布会，介绍扩大服务消费有关政策措施。商务部服务贸易和商贸服务 业司司长孔德军介绍，将在全国选择50个左右消费新业态新模式新场景试点城市，增加优质消费供给， 创新和丰富多元化消费场景，推动新的消费业态不断涌现、消费活力进一步提升。 另一方面，消费新业态新模式新场景往往具有较强辐射性和跨区域性，一个成功的消费场景，既能够促 进本地文旅、交通、住宿等关联产业发展，又能带动周边消费。孔德军称，试点城市通过场景创新、模 式迭代、业态升级，以点带面推动区域消费资源整合，形成"一地创新、多地联动"的模式，将为经济高 质量发展注入新的动能。 孔德军介绍，下一步，商务部将通过竞争性评审方式在全国选择50个左右人口基数大、带动作用强、发 展潜力好的消费新业态新模式新场景试点城市，增加优质消费供给，创新和丰富多元化消费场景，推动 新的消费业态不断涌现、消费活力进一步提升，更好满足人民群众多样化、差异化消费需求，为经济高 质量发展提供有力支撑。 来源：顶端新闻 孔德军介绍，开展消费新业态新模式新场景试点城市建设，是顺应当前消费升级趋势，着眼于解决优质 ...