Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong government aims to strengthen its position as an international legal hub and "mediation capital" to support mainland enterprises in their overseas ventures [1][3]. Group 1: International Mediation and Legal Services - The Secretary for Justice of Hong Kong, Lin Dingguo, emphasized that international litigation and mediation are traditional strengths of Hong Kong, and the government will leverage the International Mediation Institute to enhance these capabilities [1][3]. - As of now, 37 countries have signed the "Convention on the Establishment of the International Mediation Institute," which will take effect on August 29, 2025 [3]. - The scope of international mediation is broad, potentially addressing disputes between nations, between citizens of different countries, or international commercial disputes [3]. Group 2: Supporting Mainland Enterprises - Lin noted a significant demand from mainland enterprises for assistance in navigating foreign legal matters, particularly as the country deepens its reforms [3]. - The Hong Kong government has been actively promoting its legal services in mainland China and abroad, focusing on collaboration with other professional services such as finance and accounting [3]. - The approach aims to convey a clear message that Hong Kong can provide "one-stop" professional legal services covering all aspects of business cooperation, financing, dispute resolution, and safeguarding cooperation outcomes [3]. Group 3: Future Developments - The 2025 Policy Address mentioned plans to construct the Hong Kong International Legal Affairs Building next to the International Mediation Institute headquarters, which will house various legal training and dispute resolution facilities [4]. - The building is intended to be multifunctional, concentrating activities such as communication and training, and attracting representative international legal institutions to establish a presence in Hong Kong [5].