李家超称，香港特区政府已在去年底成立全新的内地企业出海专班，主动招揽内地企业利用香港出海， 并透过专班下的跨界别专业服务平台，配对香港的世界级专业服务业，协助出海企业。港府亦善用香港 庞大的经贸网络，成立新的"经贸一站通"，更有系统地帮助香港的中小企及初创企业了解不同市场的脉 搏，开拓海外商机。 在新一年，香港会马力全开，吸引更多高增值产业和高潜力企业落户香港。现届政府在上任后成立的引 进重点企业办公室，三年多以来已吸引102间策略产业的重点企业落户香港，聚焦包括生命健康科技、 人工智能与数据科学、金融科技、先进制造与新能源科技、文化创意等，预计未来数年为香港带来600 亿元总投资，并创造22000个新的高质量职位。 2月24日，香港行政长官李家超在出席香港中华总商会(中总)丙午年春节酒会时表示，香港的经济增长 马步稳健，在2025年香港经济同比增长达到百分之三点五，货品出口和进口总额分别同比上升百分之十 二。香港本地零售市场亦稳步复苏，2025年零售业总销货值回复增长。 李家超指出，香港是国际金融、航运、贸易中心，去年在多项国际排名继续一马当先。香港不但再次在 全球最自由经济体排名蝉联世界第一，世界竞争力亦 ...

Core Insights - The "Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou" innovation cluster ranks first globally in the latest Global Innovation Index 2025 by WIPO, highlighting the GBA's recognition as a top-tier innovation hub [2] - Hong Kong is increasingly becoming a focal point for innovation and technology talent, supported by robust research resources and a competitive salary structure [2][5] - The HKX Foundation has released the "Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Talent Index 2025," which tracks the evolution of the innovation ecosystem in Hong Kong over the past two years [2][3] Group 1: Talent Development and Ecosystem - The report identifies two key groups: academic entrepreneurs and "Talent Pass" holders, analyzing talent resources, carriers, effectiveness, and ecosystem [3][4] - Eight core findings illustrate a more vibrant atmosphere, a growing workforce, and richer outcomes in Hong Kong's innovation sector [3] - The index serves as a critical reference for policymakers and industry stakeholders, reflecting both achievements and challenges in talent development [3][6] Group 2: Talent Attraction and Retention - Hong Kong's talent attraction initiatives have seen significant success, with 274,000 applications approved in the past two years, including a 33% share from the "Talent Pass" program [21] - The government plans to optimize the "Talent Pass" policy further, expanding the list of eligible universities and extending visa durations to better match local development needs [21][24] - Challenges remain in retaining talent due to high living costs and educational concerns, with a need for a more diverse talent pool beyond the Greater China region [21][24] Group 3: Industry and Investment Opportunities - Hong Kong has successfully attracted 84 key enterprises, expected to bring around HKD 50 billion in investments and create over 20,000 jobs [24] - The focus on "new industrialization" aims to create a complete innovation ecosystem, addressing the gap between research and commercialization [27] - The financing landscape for innovation is evolving, with a shift from government reliance to a diversified support system, enhancing the attractiveness for startups and talent [35] Group 4: Collaboration and Innovation - The RAISe+ initiative has fostered collaboration between academia and industry, although execution challenges remain [28] - The Northern Metropolis aims to integrate industrial and urban development, providing a supportive environment for innovation talent [33] - Hong Kong's role as a "super connector" is emphasized, leveraging its unique position to link global resources and enhance local innovation ecosystems [38]

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong government is actively attracting key and leading technology enterprises from both domestic and international markets to develop in Hong Kong, leveraging its international and highly market-oriented advantages to expand local and overseas business [1][2]. Group 1: Government Initiatives - The Hong Kong government has established a clear technology industry promotion policy focusing on strategic industries such as life and health technology, artificial intelligence and robotics, advanced manufacturing, and new energy technology [1]. - Three major funding initiatives totaling HKD 10 billion have been proposed, including the "Industry-Academia-Research 1+ Plan," the New Industrial Acceleration Plan, and the upcoming Technology Industry Guidance Fund [1][3]. - The government encourages collaboration between local and international enterprises and offers various support programs, including matching grants of up to HKD 200 million for companies intending to set up new smart production lines or facilities [2]. Group 2: Growth of the Innovation and Technology Ecosystem - The number of innovation and technology startups in Hong Kong has increased from approximately 1,000 a decade ago to nearly 4,700 last year [2]. - In 2023, the value added by Hong Kong's manufacturing and new industrial sectors rose by 7.6% compared to the previous year, accounting for 2.6% of the local GDP [2]. - The upcoming Innovation and Technology Accelerator Pilot Scheme will provide funding to professional startup service organizations to establish accelerator bases in Hong Kong, supporting startups to grow and enhance their global presence [3]. Group 3: Talent and Resource Development - Hong Kong is actively attracting innovation and technology talent through various programs, including a research talent pool initiative and technology training programs [3]. - The introduction of the HKD 10 billion Technology Industry Guidance Fund aims to strengthen market investment in designated strategic emerging and future industries, facilitating the establishment of a competitive innovation and technology industry chain [3]. - The upcoming opening of the Heung Yuen Wai Hong Kong Park and the planning of new technology zones in the Northern Metropolis will create favorable conditions for gathering international innovation and technology resources and talent [3].

Group 1 - Over 60% of surveyed American companies plan to continue expanding their investments in Hong Kong, indicating sustained confidence in the market [1][3] - American companies view Hong Kong's financial regulatory system as relatively robust, providing necessary protections for investors and reducing investment risks [3] - Hong Kong serves as a crucial bridge between mainland China and international markets, offering unique geographical and policy advantages for American businesses [3] Group 2 - The Hong Kong government has successfully attracted over 80 key enterprises, with an expected investment of approximately 50 billion HKD, focusing on high-tech industries such as advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, AI, and fintech [3] - The government maintains a simple low tax regime and aims to establish a thriving innovation and technology ecosystem, supported by a 10 billion HKD innovation and technology fund [3] - Since the launch of the new capital investor entry scheme in March 2024, 1,257 applications have been received, projected to bring over 37 billion HKD in investments to Hong Kong [4]

Core Viewpoint - Hong Kong aims to increase the manufacturing sector's contribution to GDP from 1% in 2023 to 5% by 2032 through new industrialization initiatives and funding programs [3] Group 1: New Industrialization Funding Programs - The Hong Kong government has introduced a new industrialization funding program with a budget of HKD 10 billion to promote smart manufacturing and diversify the economy [1] - The new industrialization funding program offers a matching grant of 1:2 for companies investing at least HKD 200 million in establishing smart production facilities in strategic industries [1][2] - The maximum funding for each project under the new industrialization funding program is HKD 15 million or one-third of the total project cost, whichever is lower, with a cap of HKD 45 million for each company [2] Group 2: Recent Projects and Developments - The first project approved under the new industrial acceleration program involves a pharmaceutical company establishing a smart production line for sterile eye drops and oral medications, with a total budget of approximately HKD 600 million and expected funding of about HKD 200 million [2] - The second project involves the establishment of a medical superconducting cyclotron and radiopharmaceutical production line, with a total budget exceeding HKD 400 million and expected funding of around HKD 140 million [2] - The third project, submitted by Jeli Semiconductor (Hong Kong) Co., aims to establish a third-generation semiconductor silicon carbide wafer production facility, with a total budget exceeding HKD 700 million and expected funding of HKD 200 million [2] Group 3: Long-term Goals and Challenges - The short-term goals of the new industrialization plan include the production of various smart production lines, the transformation of research results, and the establishment of a talent pool [3] - The mid-term goals focus on developing emerging industries such as new energy and life sciences, contributing to the manufacturing sector's GDP [3] - Long-term goals aim for basic achievement of new industrialization by 2035, aligning industries with smart, high-end, and green standards, despite challenges such as limited land resources and high labor costs [3]

Core Viewpoint - Hong Kong is actively developing into an international innovation and technology center, leveraging its unique advantages in industry aggregation, foundational research, and financial services to stimulate economic growth and align with national strategies [1][2][3]. Group 1: Government Initiatives - The Hong Kong government has introduced various new policies and measures to guide industrial development, including the "Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Development Blueprint" and the "1+ Plan for Industry-Academia-Research" [2]. - The establishment of the Hong Kong Microelectronics Research Institute and the launch of the AI Supercomputing Center are key developments in the local tech ecosystem [2]. - The "New Technology City" land use proposal marks a significant shift in land development strategy to support the tech industry [2]. Group 2: Financial Market Support - The launch of the "Tech Company Fast Track" by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange aims to facilitate the listing of specialized tech and biotech companies, reducing early-stage disclosure pressures [4]. - The Hong Kong IPO market is expected to raise between 130 billion to 160 billion HKD this year, driven by strong performance in tech stocks [4]. - Hong Kong's capital market is the second largest globally for biotech financing, indicating a robust environment for tech innovation [4][5]. Group 3: Talent and Investment Attraction - The Hong Kong government has successfully attracted 84 key enterprises, which are projected to invest around 50 billion HKD and create over 20,000 jobs in the coming years [6]. - A series of new initiatives, including a 10 billion HKD "Innovation and Technology Industry Guidance Fund," aim to attract more tech companies and talent [6]. - The focus on high-value segments of the industrial chain and the integration with the Greater Bay Area are crucial for Hong Kong's role in national tech development [5][6].