香港黄金交易所主席张德熙则表示，上海黄金交易所参与新成立的香港黄金中央清算系统，有助提升交 割可靠度，未来中国内地与中国香港实现黄金市场互联互通指日可待，相信由香港政府成立的中央清算 系统，有助降低黄金交易成本，提升稳定性和安全性。同时宣布已正式与阿里巴巴旗下亚博科技合作开 发国际贵金属交易平台、清结算系统、以及数字商品区块链。 消息面上，2月20日，香港财经事务及库务局副局长陈浩濂在香港黄金交易所马年新春开市仪式时表 示，为进一步多元发展香港国际金融业务，特区政府正全力推动香港成为国际黄金交易中心，吸引黄金 现货在港进行储存、清算及交割，带动投资交易、衍生产品、仓储、保险、贸易和物流等产业链的蓬勃 发展。 智通财经APP获悉，亚博科技控股(08279)再涨超16%，节后累计涨幅已超100%。截至发稿，涨9.89%， 报0.5港元，成交额1172.27万港元。 ...

消息面上，2月20日，香港财经事务及库务局副局长陈浩濂在香港黄金交易所马年新春开市仪式时表 示，为进一步多元发展香港国际金融业务，特区政府正全力推动香港成为国际黄金交易中心，吸引黄金 现货在港进行储存、清算及交割，带动投资交易、衍生产品、仓储、保险、贸易和物流等产业链的蓬勃 发展。 亚博科技控股(08279)再涨超16%，节后累计涨幅已超100%。截至发稿，涨9.89%，报0.5港元，成交额 1172.27万港元。 香港黄金交易所主席张德熙则表示，上海黄金交易所参与新成立的香港黄金中央清算系统，有助提升交 割可靠度，未来中国内地与中国香港实现黄金市场互联互通指日可待，相信由香港政府成立的中央清算 系统，有助降低黄金交易成本，提升稳定性和安全性。同时宣布已正式与阿里巴巴旗下亚博科技合作开 发国际贵金属交易平台、清结算系统、以及数字商品区块链。 ...

他又指，上海黄金交易所参与新成立的香港黄金中央清算系统，有助提升交割可靠度，未来中国内地与 中国香港实现黄金市场互联互通指日可待，相信由香港政府成立的中央清算系统，有助降低黄金交易成 本，提升稳定性和安全性。 此外，为配合港府的国际黄金交易中心政策，亦为增强与国际黄金产业的贸易、交易及物流的联系，同 时宣布已正式与阿里巴巴（09988）旗下亚博科技合作开发国际贵金属交易平台、清结算系统、以及数 字商品区块链。 智通财经APP获悉，香港黄金交易所主席张德熙出席港金所马年新春开市仪式时表示，近日美伊局势紧 张，推动金价上升，而金价在过往一段时间已把根基打好，由每盎斯3000多美元一路升上逾5000美元， 目前看金价仍处于牛市初中期，若最终发生战争，金价稍为调整后将再度向上，很大机会在第二、三季 挑战每盎斯6000美元。 ...

香港交易所主席唐家成指出，今年以来已有24只新股上市，集资额超过870亿港元，目前正在排队上市 的企业已有488家；证券市场也继续创造佳绩，今年1月日均成交额超2780亿港元，反映各项提升流动性 措施方案成效明显。他提到，今年会全力推进各项工作，包括公布提升上市制度和T+1的咨询文件，第 二阶段收窄买卖价差也计划在年中落实。 香港交易所集团行政总裁陈翊庭表示，今天开市锣声，除了标志马年首个交易日开始，更象征香港市场 踏入一个更多元、更全面、更国际化的新阶段。过去几年，在香港上市的企业已经涵盖包括新能源、 AI、电动车、生物科技等最热门的行业，未来还将不断推出更多创新的衍生产品 。此外会继续扩展互 联互通，积极支持内地投资者通过香港市场实现更多元化的投资，也会加大力度发展固收业务，为人民 币国际化和国家经济的发展贡献力量。 转自：新华财经 新华财经香港2月20日电（记者林迎楠）20日，香港交易所农历马年首个交易日拉开帷幕。同日，香港 黄金交易所也举办了新春开市仪式。 香港特区政府财政司司长陈茂波在港交所开市仪式上表示，刚过去的蛇年，承接龙年的气势，恒生指数 累计上升接近6500点，升幅32%，连续两年上涨；IP ...

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong SAR government has signed a cooperation agreement with the Shanghai Gold Exchange, marking a new milestone in the deepening collaboration between the gold markets of Hong Kong and Shanghai, aiming to enhance Hong Kong's position as an international financial center [1] Group 1: Cooperation Agreement Details - The agreement establishes a high-level governance framework for the Hong Kong Gold Central Clearing System, with the Financial Secretary of Hong Kong serving as the chairman and a representative from the Shanghai Gold Exchange as the vice-chairman [1] - The system is expected to begin trial operations within the year, facilitating efficient construction of the clearing platform and aligning it with international standards [1] Group 2: Infrastructure and Market Connectivity - The agreement includes plans to explore physical infrastructure collaboration and market connectivity, leveraging the Shanghai Gold Exchange's physical warehousing management system to provide storage services for local and international market participants [2] - Hong Kong aims to establish gold storage facilities at the airport, with a projected capacity exceeding 2,000 tons within three years, surpassing the storage capacity of most central banks [2] Group 3: Financial Center Advantages - Hong Kong's financial center status will be utilized to encourage more investors to hold gold, with over 2,700 family offices present, nearly 900 of which have wealth exceeding $100 million [2] - The government plans to submit legislative proposals to include precious metals in the tax incentive investment scope for relevant funds and family offices in the first half of the year [2] Group 4: Central Bank Support - The central bank has announced support for the development of Hong Kong's gold market, enhancing the functionality of the offshore RMB market, which handles over 75% of global offshore RMB payment settlements [3] - The offshore RMB market is expected to closely integrate with the gold market, providing more investment products [3]

Core Insights - The Hong Kong government is taking significant steps to develop its gold market, aiming to enhance its storage capacity and establish a central clearing system for gold transactions [1][3][4] Group 1: New Developments in Hong Kong's Gold Market - The Hong Kong government aims to expand gold storage capacity at the airport and financial institutions, targeting over 2000 tons within three years [1] - A new gold central clearing system is set to begin trial operations within the year [1] - Legislative proposals will be submitted to include precious metals in the tax incentive investment scope for funds and single-family offices [1] - A new gold fund is expected to be listed in Hong Kong [1] - A memorandum of cooperation has been signed with Shenzhen to promote processing trade collaboration between Hong Kong gold merchants and qualified refining enterprises in Shenzhen [1] Group 2: Collaboration with Shanghai Gold Exchange - A cooperation agreement was signed between the Hong Kong government and the Shanghai Gold Exchange to enhance collaboration between the two gold markets [3] - The agreement includes establishing a high-level governance structure for the Hong Kong gold central settlement system, with the Financial Secretary as chairman and a representative from the Shanghai Gold Exchange as vice-chairman [3] - The collaboration aims to explore new pathways for physical infrastructure synergy and market connectivity, providing storage services for local and international market participants [3] Group 3: Strategic Importance of Gold - The strategic importance of gold has increased amid geopolitical uncertainties, persistent inflation pressures, and the restructuring of the international monetary system [4] - The cooperation between Hong Kong and Shanghai marks a new milestone in deepening collaboration in the gold market, creating lasting value for global investors and economies [4]

Group 1 - The Hong Kong Financial Secretary's Office signed a cooperation agreement with the Shanghai Gold Exchange to deepen collaboration in the gold markets of both regions [1] - The agreement includes establishing a high-level governance structure for the Hong Kong Gold Central Clearing System, with the Financial Secretary serving as the chairman and a representative from the Shanghai Gold Exchange as the vice-chairman [1] - The collaboration aims to enhance physical infrastructure coordination and market connectivity, exploring services for Hong Kong market participants based on the Shanghai Gold Exchange's physical warehousing management system [1] Group 2 - The Financial Secretary's Office announced six new initiatives for the Hong Kong gold market, including expanding gold storage capacity at the Hong Kong Airport Authority and financial institutions, targeting over 2,000 tons within three years [2] - A memorandum of understanding was signed with the Shenzhen local financial management bureau to promote processing trade cooperation between Hong Kong and Shenzhen [2] - The Hong Kong Gold Central Clearing System, fully owned by the government, is set to begin trial operations within the year [2] - Legislative proposals will be submitted in the first half of the year to include precious metals in the tax incentive investment scope for relevant funds and single-family offices [2] - A new gold fund will be launched in Hong Kong this week, facilitating physical gold trading and storage through local infrastructure, with plans to explore distribution via digital asset trading platforms [2] - Market institutions announced the outlook for establishing a sustainable gold governance framework and standard system to promote ethical and sustainable procurement standards [2]

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government has established the "Hong Kong Gold Settlement Company," marking a new phase in the deepening cooperation between the gold markets of Hong Kong and Shanghai [1][7]. Group 1: Cooperation Agreement - The cooperation agreement was signed at the Asian Financial Forum, witnessed by key officials including the Chief Executive of Hong Kong and the Deputy Governor of the People's Bank of China [1][3]. - The agreement aims to enhance the collaboration between the two regions, focusing on the establishment of a high-level governance structure for the Hong Kong Gold Central Settlement System [3][9]. Group 2: Strategic Importance of Gold - The People's Bank of China emphasizes the strategic importance of gold in the global financial system, especially amid geopolitical uncertainties and inflation pressures [3][9]. - The agreement reflects the commitment to high-quality financial openness and the collaborative development of Hong Kong and Shanghai as international financial centers [3][9]. Group 3: Key Initiatives for Gold Market Development - The Hong Kong government announced six initiatives to promote the high-quality development of the gold market, including expanding gold storage capacity at the airport to exceed 2,000 tons within three years [5][11]. - A memorandum of cooperation has been signed with Shenzhen to facilitate processing trade collaboration between the two regions [5][11]. - The Hong Kong Gold Central Settlement System is set to begin trial operations within the year [5][11]. - Legislative proposals will be submitted to include precious metals in the tax incentive scope for certain funds and family offices [5][11]. - A new gold fund will be launched, featuring options for physical gold transactions and storage, as well as plans to connect traditional and digital finance [5][11]. - A sustainable gold governance framework and standards are being developed to promote ethical sourcing and environmental protection [5][11].

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government has established the "Hong Kong Gold Settlement Company," marking a significant step towards deeper cooperation between the gold markets of Hong Kong and Shanghai [2][4]. Group 1: Cooperation Agreement - The cooperation agreement was signed at the Asian Financial Forum, witnessed by key officials including the Chief Executive of HKSAR and the Deputy Governor of the People's Bank of China [2]. - The agreement aims to support the construction of a Hong Kong gold clearing system and enhance the collaboration between Hong Kong and Shanghai as international financial centers [5]. Group 2: Strategic Significance - The agreement emphasizes the strategic importance of gold in the global financial system, especially amid geopolitical uncertainties and inflation pressures [5]. - The collaboration reflects the commitment to high-quality financial openness and the coordinated development of the gold markets in both cities [5]. Group 3: Key Arrangements - The first key arrangement involves establishing a high-level governance structure for the Hong Kong Gold Central Clearing System, with the HKSAR Financial Secretary as the chairman and a representative from the Shanghai Gold Exchange as the vice-chairman [6]. - The second arrangement focuses on exploring new pathways for physical infrastructure collaboration and market connectivity, leveraging the Shanghai Gold Exchange's storage management system [6]. Group 4: Six Initiatives for Market Development - The HKSAR government announced six initiatives aimed at enhancing the gold market, including: 1. Expanding gold storage capacity at Hong Kong International Airport to exceed 2,000 tons within three years [8]. 2. Signing a memorandum of cooperation with Shenzhen for processing trade collaboration [8]. 3. Launching the Hong Kong Gold Central Clearing System for trial operations within the year [8]. 4. Proposing legislative changes to include precious metals in tax incentive investment categories [8]. 5. Introducing a new gold fund that will facilitate physical gold transactions and storage [8]. 6. Developing a sustainable gold governance framework to promote ethical sourcing and environmental standards [8]. Group 5: Future Outlook - The collaboration between Hong Kong and Shanghai is seen as a historical opportunity to shape the future of the global gold market, aiming to create lasting value for global investors and economies [9].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government and the Shanghai Gold Exchange (SGE), marking a new phase in the collaboration between the gold markets of Hong Kong and Shanghai. The agreement aims to enhance the strategic importance of gold in the global financial system amidst geopolitical uncertainties and inflation pressures [1]. Group 1: Cooperation Agreement Highlights - The cooperation agreement includes the establishment of a high-level governance structure for the Hong Kong Gold Central Clearing System, with the HKSAR Financial Secretary as the chairman and a representative from the SGE as the vice-chairman [1]. - The agreement also focuses on exploring new pathways for physical infrastructure collaboration and market connectivity, leveraging the SGE's physical warehousing management system to provide storage services for local and international market participants [2]. Group 2: Development Initiatives for Hong Kong's Gold Market - The HKSAR government aims to expand gold storage capacity at the Hong Kong International Airport to exceed 2,000 tons within three years, positioning Hong Kong as a trusted global gold storage location [3]. - A memorandum of cooperation has been signed with the Shenzhen local financial management bureau to facilitate processing trade cooperation between Hong Kong and Shenzhen's qualified refining enterprises [4]. - The Hong Kong Gold Central Clearing System, managed by a government-owned company, is set to begin trial operations within the year [4]. - Legislative proposals will be submitted to include precious metals in the tax incentive investment scope for relevant funds and family offices [4]. - A new gold fund is set to launch in Hong Kong, featuring physical gold transactions and storage options, along with plans to connect traditional and digital finance through licensed digital asset trading platforms [4]. - The article mentions the development of a sustainable gold governance framework and standards to promote ethical sourcing and environmental protection [4].