Core Viewpoint - The Hengqin Guangdong-Macao Deep Cooperation Zone aims to establish a highly coordinated economic system with Macao by 2029, enhancing cross-border flow of various elements and developing key industries, particularly the "Four New" industries [2][3][4]. Group 1: Development Goals - By 2029, the "Four New" industries' added value is expected to increase from 59.4% of the regional GDP in 2024 to 65% [2][3]. - The added value of Macao-funded industries is projected to rise from 3 billion CNY in 2024 to 9 billion CNY [2]. Group 2: Key Industry Focus - The plan emphasizes the development of technology research and high-end manufacturing, aiming to create a technology innovation platform and support the establishment of demonstration bases for industry-university-research collaboration [4]. - In the traditional Chinese medicine sector, the plan includes building a world-class production base and promoting international standards [5]. - The tourism and trade sectors will focus on building an international leisure tourism island and a new international trade center [5]. Group 3: Financial Sector Development - The financial sector will see initiatives to enrich financial services, promote high-quality development, and facilitate cross-border financial innovation [5]. - By 2029, the added value of the modern financial industry is expected to grow from 10.08 billion CNY in 2024 to 11 billion CNY [5]. Group 4: Current Industry Structure - As of the end of 2024, there are 31,685 "Four New" enterprises in the cooperation zone, with a total added value of 31.99 billion CNY [6]. - The current industry structure is still dominated by traditional sectors like real estate and commerce, with emerging industries like technology and high-end manufacturing being underdeveloped [7]. Group 5: Challenges and Recommendations - The cooperation zone faces challenges in achieving a clear industrial division of labor and avoiding homogeneous competition [7]. - Recommendations include enhancing collaboration between government departments, simplifying processes, and establishing risk control mechanisms to ensure safety while promoting openness [8].

Core Viewpoint - The Hengqin Guangdong-Macao Deep Cooperation Zone aims to enhance the scale and development capacity of key industries to promote moderate diversification of Macao's economy, with a focus on the "Four New" industries and Macao-funded industries [1][5]. Industry Development Strategy - The "Four New" industries' contribution to the regional GDP is projected to increase from 59.4% in 2024 to 65% by 2029, while the value added of Macao-funded industries is expected to rise from 3 billion CNY in 2024 to 9 billion CNY [1][5]. - The development plan emphasizes technology research and development, high-end manufacturing, traditional Chinese medicine, cultural tourism, and modern finance as key sectors [5][6]. Economic Integration - The cooperation zone's development is closely linked to deep collaboration with Macao, providing opportunities for innovation and upgrading for Macao's SMEs [1][5]. - The plan outlines the establishment of a comprehensive institutional system by 2029, facilitating efficient cross-border flow of various factors and enhancing market access [1][5]. Financial and Investment Strategies - The cooperation zone aims to increase industrial value added significantly across various sectors by 2029, including a rise in technology R&D and high-end manufacturing from 6.443 billion CNY in 2024 to 11.5 billion CNY [6][12]. - The establishment of investment funds, including the Guangdong-Macao Cooperation Development Fund, is intended to attract social capital for key industry investments [11][12]. Talent and Resource Development - The plan highlights the need for talent cultivation and the establishment of a competitive environment for cultural and tourism sectors, aiming to enhance Macao's cultural brand and product innovation [10][11]. - The cooperation zone will focus on creating favorable conditions to attract high-quality enterprises and talents, thereby amplifying its policy advantages [5][11].