在创新指数下的两个副指数中，香港在"创新投入"排名上升至全球第8位，在"创新产出"排名跃升至第 22位。 发言人说，香港在信贷、投资、高等教育、知识的吸收等分支柱领域均取得领先排名，充分显示香港具 备优越条件，在创新路上不断迈步向前。特区政府会持续完善创科生态圈，聚集全球创科资源和人才， 全力推动香港发展成为国际创科中心。 [ 责编：袁晴 ] 新华社香港9月16日电（黄茜恬）世界知识产权组织16日公布的2025年全球创新指数显示，香港在全球 上百个经济体中排名上升至第15位，并在亚洲保持第5位。 香港特区政府财政司司长陈茂波在社交媒体发文表示，此次排名显示特区政府推动"金融＋创科"相互促 进的发展策略是正确的方向。善用香港全链条的筹融资功能优势，加上香港投资管理有限公司作为耐心 资本，更好引导和杠杆市场力量加快创科的发展和突破。 特区政府发言人表示，乐见香港在创新指数下取得良好进展。加速推动创新科技发展是特区政府的施政 重点。特区政府推出多项有利的政策措施以巩固香港基础科研优势、加速中游技术转移和研发成果转化 并促进创科产业发展。 ...

9月16日，世界知识产权组织公布2025年《全球创新指数》，香港在全球139个经济体中排名上升三位至 第15位，并在亚洲保持第五位。港府发言人表示，乐见香港在《创新指数》下取得良好进展，在多个分 支柱领域都取得领先的排名，充分显示香港具备优越条件，在创新路上不断迈步向前，强调加速推动创 新科技发展是特区政府的施政重点，会持续完善创科生态圈，聚集全球创科资源和人才，全力推动香港 发展成为国际创科中心。 在《创新指数》下的两个副指数中，香港在"创新投入"排名上升至全球第八位，在"创新产出"的排名跃 升九位至第22位。 香港在"创新投入"下五个支柱的得分均高于高收入经济体的平均值，当中"市场成熟度"排全球第二 位，"制度"排全球第八位。至于分支柱领域方面，香港在"信贷"高踞全球第一位；在多个领域均跻身全 球前十名，包括"高等教育"(第三位)、"知识的吸收"(第五位)、"信息通信技术"(第六位)、"制度环境"(第 九位)和"投资"(第九位)。数据也显示，香港的研发总开支和研究人员数目持续上升。 至于香港在"创新产出"下的"知识和技术产出"支柱排名大升28位至第30位；"创意产出"支柱排名全球第 17位，其中的分支柱" ...

Core Insights - The "Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou" cluster ranks first in the 2025 Global Innovation Index, with three Chinese clusters in the top six [1][3] - The ranking is based on three core indicators: international patent applications, scientific publications, and newly added venture capital transaction volume [3] Group 1: Innovation Cluster Rankings - The "Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou" cluster has a patent application density of 2,292 per million people and a scientific publication density of 3,775 per million people over the past five years [3] - The venture capital transaction volume density for the cluster is 135 transactions per million people [3] Group 2: Government Initiatives and Support - The Hong Kong government emphasizes the development of innovation and technology as a key policy focus, with three initiatives each involving HKD 10 billion: "Industry-Academia-Research 1+ Plan," "New Industrial Acceleration Plan," and "Innovation and Technology Industry Guidance Fund" [5] - Hong Kong aims to attract global leading companies and talents in cutting-edge technology to enhance its innovation ecosystem [5][6]

Group 1 - The Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou innovation cluster has ranked first in the "World's Top 100 Innovation Clusters" for the first time, surpassing the Tokyo-Yokohama cluster [1] - The cluster has maintained a position in the top two for five consecutive years since 2020, indicating a strong and consistent performance in global innovation [1] - The global top 100 innovation clusters are distributed across 33 economies, with China having the highest number of clusters at 24, followed by the United States with 22 [1] Group 2 - Guangdong province ranks first in China for high-value invention patents, with 367,700 patents, and has a cumulative PCT international patent application volume of 304,700 [2] - The province has been focusing on building a world-class intellectual property strong province, with significant efforts in cities like Guangzhou and Shenzhen [2] - The global innovation index cluster ranking was established in 2017 and evaluates the concentration of world-class innovation activities based on three core indicators: international patent applications, research paper publications, and venture capital transaction volumes [2][3]

Core Insights - Hong Kong's Investment Promotion Agency has exceeded its performance targets for 2023, assisting over 1,300 companies in establishing or expanding their businesses in the region, resulting in over HKD 160 billion in direct investment and the creation of approximately 19,000 new jobs [3][4] - The government is actively attracting both enterprises and talent to enhance economic development, with a focus on becoming a dual "springboard" for mainland companies to go global and for international firms to enter the Chinese market [4][5] Group 1: Business Expansion and Investment - From January to mid-2023, the Investment Promotion Agency helped over 1,300 companies, including 630 from mainland China and 113 from the United States, contributing to a significant influx of investment [3][4] - The agency reported that 138 companies successfully listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange during this period, indicating strong market confidence [3] - The government aims to attract more businesses from various sectors, including financial services, innovative technology, and family offices, to establish a robust investment environment [4][5] Group 2: Talent Acquisition and Retention - The Hong Kong government has implemented various measures to attract high-skilled talent, receiving around 500,000 applications for talent programs since late 2022, with 330,000 approved and about 220,000 individuals arriving in Hong Kong [5][6] - A dedicated Talent Services Office has been established to assist new arrivals with job placement, housing, education, and other integration services [6] - The government is focusing on retaining talent through initiatives such as job fairs and recruitment events, aiming to create a supportive environment for international professionals [6] Group 3: Focus on Innovation and Technology - The government has prioritized the development of the innovation and technology sector, with the establishment of a dedicated office that has attracted 84 key enterprises, expected to generate around HKD 50 billion in investment and over 20,000 jobs in the coming years [7][8] - Initiatives include a HKD 10 billion fund for guiding investments in strategic emerging industries and a HKD 1.8 billion accelerator program to attract global startups [7][8] - The government is committed to enhancing Hong Kong's position as an international innovation and technology hub, with a comprehensive blueprint for development [8]

Group 1 - The Hong Kong Investment Promotion Agency has assisted over 1,300 companies in establishing or expanding their businesses in Hong Kong, resulting in over HKD 160 billion in direct investment and the creation of approximately 19,000 new jobs [1][2] - Among the 1,300 companies, 630 are from mainland China, 113 from the United States, and 89 from the United Kingdom, with significant representation from the financial services and fintech sectors [2][3] - The Hong Kong government aims to attract high-skilled talent globally, with approximately 500,000 applications received for various talent introduction programs since late 2022, resulting in 220,000 individuals arriving in Hong Kong [3][4] Group 2 - The Hong Kong government has established a talent service office to provide comprehensive support for talent relocation, adaptation, and integration into Hong Kong life, covering areas such as employment, housing, and education [3][4] - The government has introduced measures to attract key enterprises, with 84 key companies brought in since late 2022, expected to generate around HKD 50 billion in investment and over 20,000 job opportunities [5][6] - Future investment promotion efforts will focus on four major industries: financial services and fintech, innovative technology, supply chain management and logistics, and sustainable development and green economy [6]

Group 1 - The Hong Kong government is actively attracting investment and talent, which is expected to enhance the local innovation and technology ecosystem, drive industrial transformation, and improve the quality of life for citizens [1][4] - A total of 84 key enterprises in cutting-edge technology have been introduced to Hong Kong, projected to bring approximately HKD 50 billion in investment and create over 20,000 jobs [1][3] - The Hong Kong Investment Management Company has invested in over 100 projects, with more than 10 companies preparing to apply for listing in Hong Kong [2] Group 2 - The collaboration among various departments, including the Innovation and Technology Bureau and the Investment Promotion Agency, aims to attract diverse enterprises and encourage partnerships with local universities for research and development [2][3] - The introduction of international companies is facilitating the testing and application of advanced technologies in Hong Kong, contributing to the development of a smart city and the transformation of industries [3][4] - The upcoming announcement of a new batch of key enterprises, including several leading pharmaceutical companies, indicates a growing interest in Hong Kong as a hub for exploring markets in mainland China and Asia [3][4] Group 3 - The government is focusing on attracting enterprises in four major sectors: artificial intelligence, life and health technology, financial technology, and renewable energy, while also considering the integration of creative industries [4] - The strategy of attracting key enterprises and talent is mutually reinforcing, aiming to create a positive cycle of diverse industrial development and quality job opportunities [4]

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong government is actively working to expand new economic growth points while consolidating traditional industries, aiming to enhance Hong Kong's competitiveness and international influence as a "super connector" and "super value creator" [1][2]. Group 1: International Cooperation and Market Expansion - The government emphasizes the importance of deepening international cooperation, leveraging Hong Kong's unique position to connect mainland China with global markets, and expanding into emerging markets in the Global South [1][3]. - Efforts include strengthening regional cooperation with ASEAN, the Middle East, and countries along the Belt and Road Initiative, with specific agreements already signed or in negotiation with Bahrain, Qatar, and others [2][3]. Group 2: High-Value Supply Chain Development - A high-value supply chain service mechanism has been established to attract mainland enterprises to set up international or regional headquarters in Hong Kong, facilitating their global supply chain management [3][4]. Group 3: Industry-Specific Initiatives - The government is focusing on various industries, including: - **Innovation and Technology**: Promoting sectors like health tech, AI, and advanced manufacturing through targeted measures [4][5]. - **Space Economy**: Supporting research and development in space-related technologies and simplifying licensing for low Earth orbit satellite operations [4][5]. - **Low-Altitude Economy**: Developing a smart low-altitude economic ecosystem and expanding regulations for drone technology [5][6]. - **Halal Industry**: Enhancing Hong Kong's competitiveness in the halal market through legislative changes and promotional activities [6][7]. - **Professional Certification Services**: Expanding certification services into new fields such as green finance and ESG [6][7]. - **Financial Innovation**: Implementing a licensing system for digital asset trading platforms and stablecoins to foster sustainable growth in the digital asset sector [6][7]. - **Green Industry**: Supporting local green technology development and promoting Hong Kong as a center for sustainable finance [7][8]. - **Cultural and Creative Industries**: Developing a creative ecosystem and supporting industry-specific projects to enhance Hong Kong's status as a creative hub [7][8]. - **Sports Industry**: Noting a steady growth in the sports sector, with a reported increase in value added from sports activities [8][9]. Conclusion - The government is committed to collaborating across various policy areas to create a conducive environment for economic development, welcoming suggestions from legislators to enhance these initiatives [9].

Core Point - The European Commission's decision will impact Israeli entities' participation in the European Innovation Council Accelerator program [1] Group 1 - The decision signifies a shift in the EU's stance towards Israeli involvement in innovation initiatives [1] - The European Innovation Council Accelerator program is designed to support startups and scale-ups in Europe [1]

Group 1 - The Hong Kong government, led by Financial Secretary Paul Chan, has identified artificial intelligence as a key industry for development [1] - The government has established a comprehensive blueprint for the development of the innovation and technology (I&T) sector, focusing on various aspects such as basic research support, result transformation, nurturing local startups, and attracting global tech companies [1] - The development of the I&T sector is expected to provide diverse and quality career opportunities for young people in Hong Kong, enabling them to realize their ambitions and dreams [1] Group 2 - The 35th Hong Kong Book Fair has introduced a "Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Themed Pop-up Exhibition Area" for the first time, highlighting the government's commitment to I&T [1] - The government aims to strengthen collaboration with cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area to enhance the development of the I&T sector [1] - The government is committed to maintaining focus on its goals for I&T development, ensuring that the established blueprint is followed through [1]