Core Viewpoint - The company expresses cautious optimism regarding its business outlook, supported by a total shareholder return of approximately 28% since the beginning of 2024, indicating strong investor support for its stable operations [1] Group 1: Business Performance - The company has consistently increased its dividends annually since its listing in 1996, demonstrating a commitment to creating stable and sustainable value for shareholders [1] - The majority of the company's investment portfolio consists of regulated projects, which provide resilient earnings and cash flow [1] Group 2: Acquisitions and Financial Position - The company completed several acquisitions last year, including projects in Northern Ireland and the UK, which were deemed successful [2] - As of the end of 2024, the company holds approximately 8 billion HKD in cash, with a healthy net debt to net total capital ratio of 7.8%, positioning it well for future growth and acquisition opportunities [1][2] Group 3: Regulatory Environment and Market Conditions - The company’s operations are primarily in regulated sectors, which are relatively stable and less affected by tariffs [2] - The company is preparing for regulatory resets for nine of its regulated businesses in 2025 or 2026, with recent resets showing improved allowed profits and return rates due to inflation and rising capital expenditure [2] Group 4: Future Listing and Financial Discipline - The company is set to officially list on the London Stock Exchange on August 19, 2024, which is expected to enhance financing channels for future acquisitions [2] - The company emphasizes strict financial prudence and discipline in its acquisition strategy, avoiding a "must-win" mentality [2]

Economic Performance - In Q1 2025, China's GDP reached 31.8758 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 5.4% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 1.2%[3] - The industrial added value grew by 6.5% year-on-year, while the service sector's added value increased by 5.3%[4] - Fixed asset investment rose by 4.2% year-on-year, with infrastructure investment growing by 5.8%[16][20] Trade and Exports - Total goods trade in Q1 2025 was 10.3 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 1.3%, with exports at 6.13 trillion yuan, up 6.9%[28] - The export of mechanical and electrical products reached 5.29 trillion yuan, growing by 7.7%[28] - The share of domestic brand exports increased to 22.8%, reflecting a 10.2% growth in this segment[28] Price Stability - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) decreased by 0.1% year-on-year, with food prices dropping by 1.5%[31] - The Producer Price Index (PPI) fell by 2.3% year-on-year, indicating a slowdown in the decline compared to previous quarters[33] Employment and Fiscal Policy - The urban survey unemployment rate averaged 5.3% in Q1 2025, showing stability in the job market[38] - National general public budget revenue was 6.0 trillion yuan, down 1.1% year-on-year, while expenditures increased by 4.2% to 7.3 trillion yuan[40]

Core Viewpoint - Syria is positioned as an "opportunity land" and is actively welcoming investments in sectors such as oil, agriculture, and infrastructure [1] Investment Opportunities - The Syrian Finance Minister emphasizes the potential for investment in the oil sector, highlighting its significance for economic growth [1] - Agriculture is identified as another key area for investment, suggesting a focus on enhancing food security and agricultural productivity [1] - Infrastructure development is also a priority, indicating a need for modernization and improvement of existing facilities to support economic activities [1]

一条连接智中两国的"甜蜜之路"正焕发勃勃生机。这条道路不仅提升了智利国家竞争力，更加深了两国 人民之间的信任与合作。 拉中互利共赢的合作模式，正如安第斯山脚下阳光照耀的果园，硕果累累，前景可期。 （作者为智利安德烈斯·贝略大学拉美中国问题研究中心主任，本报记者陈一鸣采访整理） （文章来源：人民日报） 作为拉美第一个与中国签署双边自由贸易协定的国家，智利近些年对中国的水果等农产品出口不断增 加，车厘子更成为中国消费者冬季餐桌的"宠儿"。两国"甜蜜贸易"的背后，离不开5号公路这样的基础 设施支撑。基础设施互联互通构筑了拉中合作的坚实根基，一条条道路、一座座桥梁、一所所学校，以 及港口、电站等关键基础设施，不仅创造了许多就业岗位，更打通了区域经济发展的"动脉"。 据联合国拉美经委会统计，中国参与的基础设施建设使拉美地区物流效率实现了大幅提升，为区域一体 化注入强劲动力。如今，拉中合作正在向高质量发展转型升级，从传统的商品贸易拓展至数字经济、绿 色能源、科技创新等新兴领域。中国是拉美和加勒比地区的重要贸易伙伴，也是该地区出口增长最快的 市场。2000年至2022年，拉中货物贸易总额增长35倍。随着共建"一带一路"倡议 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the growing recognition and importance of the China-Latin America relationship, emphasizing mutual benefits and cultural exchanges as key components of this partnership [1][4][7]. Group 1: Survey Findings on Perceptions of Latin America - 97% of Chinese respondents can accurately identify at least one Latin American country, with Brazil and Mexico being the most recognized [2]. - The most common impressions of Latin America include "passionate" (55%), "optimistic" (43%), and "creative" (39%) [3]. - 53% of respondents believe that the happiness index of Latin Americans is high or very high, and 89% view Latin America's economic development as moderate or above [3]. Group 2: Recognition of Mutual Benefits - 83% of respondents believe that cooperation between China and Latin America is mutually beneficial, with 91% acknowledging Latin American countries' roles in the Belt and Road Initiative [4]. - The survey indicates that 87% of respondents have used or purchased products from Latin America, with cherries being the most popular [3]. Group 3: Challenges and Opportunities - The primary obstacle to China-Latin America relations is perceived to be "U.S. pressure and provocation," chosen by 41% of respondents [6]. - Nearly half (48%) of respondents believe that U.S. tariffs will disrupt global trade and negatively impact China-Latin America trade [5][6]. Group 4: Future Cooperation Areas - Respondents identified key areas for future cooperation, including "green development and environmental protection," "trade investment," and "infrastructure construction" [7]. - 57% of respondents believe that Latin America's position in global governance will rise in the future [9]. Group 5: Cultural Interests and Exchanges - 97% of respondents express high interest in various aspects of Latin American culture, with history and ancient civilizations being the most appealing [8]. - Brazil is the most desired travel destination among Chinese respondents, with 48% expressing interest [8].

业界精英云集，论坛"朋友圈"持续扩大 5月8日，第16届国际基础设施投资与建设高峰论坛暨展览（简称第16届国际基建论坛）组委会在北京召 开新闻发布会，介绍将于6月10－12日在澳门举办的第16届国际基建论坛，以及同期由国家商务部主办 的第11届中国－拉美和加勒比国家基础设施合作论坛（简称中拉基础设施合作论坛）的筹备工作情况。 中国对外承包工程商会房秋晨会长、副会长于晓虹，澳门招商投资促进局余雨生主席，商务部台港澳司 左祥华二级巡视员（副司级），美大司刘大江二级巡视员（副司级）出席发布会。发布会由承包商会新 闻发言人、秘书长姚丹波主持。来自新华社、人民日报、中国日报、环球时报和国际商报等40余家主流 媒体记者出席。 发布会上，房秋晨会长介绍了本届论坛的筹备进展情况。余雨生主席介绍了论坛的澳门元素和澳门会展 业发展情况。左祥华二级巡视员（副司级）介绍了内地支持澳门会展业及促进经济适度多元发展的举措 和成果。刘大江二级巡视员（副司级）介绍了第11届中拉基础设施合作论坛的筹备进展，以及中国同拉 美和加勒比国家的经贸合作情况。于晓虹副会长回答了有关媒体提问。 作为全球基础设施合作领域规格最高、规模最大、最具影响力的年度 ...

2025年3月，在利雅得金融市场，中国发行的三年期美元债震撼全球，其4.284%的利率仅比同期美债高出1个基点，创下非美国家与美国国债之间最小利差 的历史记录。随着国际媒体热议"中国信用超越美国"的话题，背后却隐藏着一场精心布局的地缘经济试探。 当国际评级机构依旧根据传统模型测算信用利差时，中国通过4.284%的三年期美元债利率，向世界投下了一枚巨大的震撼弹。这个数据看似微小，实则在 金融市场上完成了一次精密的"地层勘探"，为未来的发展奠定基础。事实上，这种信用利差压缩的背后，是中国在基础设施领域取得的显著成就，比如中石 化承建的2000兆瓦电站，提前128天竣工；中国铁建打造的红海港口，吞吐量超设计标准40%。 然而，仔细观察397.3亿美元的认购资金流向，可以发现，68%的资金来自新加坡和东京的美元离岸池，表明美元体系在中东的深度渗透。相比之下，中东 本土的投资者仅贡献了8%。沙特央行2024年报告显示，尽管人民币储备已略有增长，从2.1%提升至3.7%，但美元资产仍占其外汇储备的62%。 与此同时，中国标准在中东大地上逐步深入。中国在吉赞经济城的建设实践，凭借高效的工程建设力和"中式速度"，已成为了中国 ...

Global IPO Market Overview - In 2024, the global IPO market saw a total of 1,215 IPOs raising $121.2 billion, reflecting a decline in both volume and proceeds compared to 2023 [1][9] - The recovery in the IPO market was driven by easing inflation, monetary policy loosening, and increased investor confidence post-US elections [1][9] - The technology, industrial, and consumer sectors dominated the IPO landscape, accounting for approximately 60% of the market share [1][9] Regional Performance - India emerged as the largest player in the global IPO market in 2024, with 327 IPOs raising $19.9 billion, surpassing the US in the number of IPOs [2] - The US maintained its lead in total proceeds, raising $32.8 billion despite fewer IPOs than India [2] - The EMEIA region led in both IPO volume and proceeds, completing 522 IPOs and raising $53.2 billion, marking a 17% and 64% increase year-over-year respectively [3] Sector Insights - The technology sector experienced a 23% decrease in IPO proceeds, yet advancements in AI and automation are expected to drive future growth [3][10] - The industrial sector showed resilience, particularly in India and Southeast Asia, with strong performances in manufacturing and infrastructure [3] - The consumer sector's recovery was bolstered by successful listings in retail and e-commerce, especially in food delivery and digital commerce [3] Future Outlook - The IPO market is projected to remain optimistic in 2025, supported by economic recovery, accommodative monetary policies, and increased investor confidence [4][12] - Companies that demonstrate mature business models and profitability are expected to attract more investor interest [4][12] - The emphasis on ESG factors is likely to influence IPO conditions, with companies adopting sustainable practices to align with investor expectations [12]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of boosting domestic demand and investment in Henan province to ensure economic recovery and growth, particularly in the second quarter of 2025. Domestic Demand and Consumption - Henan province is implementing a special action plan to boost consumption, focusing on enhancing consumer capacity, expanding product consumption, and improving service quality through eight major actions [1] - The plan aims to address barriers to consumption by promoting high-quality employment, increasing residents' income, and improving the overall consumption environment [1] - The province has allocated 1.5 billion yuan for the "Lego Henan" consumption voucher program to stimulate consumer spending [10] Infrastructure Investment - The provincial government has introduced 14 measures to enhance infrastructure investment, covering the entire lifecycle of infrastructure projects [2] - Key strategies include concentrated project oversight, expedited preliminary work, and strengthened support for major projects [3] Support for Enterprises - The government is expanding its support for key enterprises, increasing the number of companies receiving assistance from 1,500 to 15,000 [4] - Measures include helping enterprises secure orders, reduce costs, and transition to new business models [5] - Financial support will be provided to enterprises with significant revenue growth, with a one-time subsidy of 100,000 yuan for those achieving a 10% increase in revenue [7] Agricultural Production - The second quarter is critical for summer grain production, with efforts focused on managing wheat during its critical growth phase [8] - The province is also enhancing livestock production capabilities and supporting farmers through various policies [9] Foreign Trade - Henan's foreign trade saw a total import and export value of 204.26 billion yuan in the first three months of the year, with a year-on-year growth of 28% [11] - The government plans to stabilize foreign trade through policy support, market expansion, and assistance for enterprises facing challenges [11]

Group 1 - The Grand Canal Hanggang Park officially opened on April 28, featuring over 30 events to revitalize industrial heritage [2] - The focus for the North City area this year is on "One Belt and Three Cores," with plans to implement 230 projects and an investment of approximately 32.5 billion [2] - As of now, 18 projects have been completed and 19 have commenced, with a total investment of about 8.57 billion completed [2] Group 2 - Key development areas in the North City include Hanggang Old Site, Canal Riverside, and Liangzhu New City Yuhu Lake [3] - The "Cultural Season" theme in the first quarter has brought life to the Hanggang industrial site through various events [3] - Infrastructure projects such as schools and road constructions are underway to enhance accessibility [3] Group 3 - The Grand Canal Museum and the future Art and Technology Center are under construction, improving the area's cultural landscape [4] - The North City area is undergoing comprehensive landscape improvements along the canal, with significant progress on pedestrian bridges [4] - High-energy industries are being introduced in the Liangzhu New City Yuhu Lake area, with ongoing projects like Jujie Technology and Yuteng Bainuo [4] Group 4 - This year is crucial for accelerating development in the North City area, focusing on six major actions including transportation, housing, and cultural heritage [5] - The city aims to enhance the landscape along the Grand Canal and improve infrastructure to support urban integration [5] - The goal is to contribute new growth points to the overall development of the city [5]