Southeast Asia Information Harbor (www.dnyxxg.com) – The Hong Kong International Financial Leaders Investment Summit was held in Hong Kong from March 3rd to 5th. Leading figures from the global financial industry engaged in in-depth dialogues on topics such as the characteristics of different global financial markets and investment opportunities and risks in key global regions, providing forward-looking insights for industry development.
In his address, Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee stated that the unique advantages of "One Country, Two Systems" enable Hong Kong to connect with global opportunities while maintaining close ties with mainland China, giving it unparalleled market access advantages. For global investors and businesses seeking asset diversification and risk reduction, Hong Kong consistently represents certainty, clarity, and, more importantly, confidence and opportunity. Despite the uncertain global economic outlook, Hong Kong's financial markets remain vibrant. So far this year, Hong Kong stocks have risen by over 30%, with daily turnover exceeding US$32 billion, nearly doubling compared to last year.
"Last week, we officially launched the optimized work plan for the Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor (QFII) system. This plan aims to provide a more convenient and efficient institutional environment for various types of overseas investors by optimizing access management, improving investment operation efficiency, expanding the investment scope, and enriching service support," said Li Ming, Vice Chairman of the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC), at the summit. He added that the CSRC will effectively enhance the stability, transparency, and predictability of policies, continuously strengthen regular communication with international investors, and promote the rapid implementation and effectiveness of various policies and measures.
Lu Lei, Vice Governor of the People's Bank of China (PBOC), mentioned in his speech that in February 2025, the PBOC supported the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) in launching a RMB 100 billion trade finance liquidity arrangement under its standing swap agreement framework, and in October, upgraded and expanded the use of funds to provide stable and low-cost RMB funds for commercial banks in Hong Kong.
In his address, Eddie Yue, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), stated that financial leaders need to closely monitor market changes and plan ahead. This is precisely the policy that the HKMA, as the guardian of Hong Kong's monetary and financial stability, has always adopted, and it is also the reason why financial leaders gathered today—to share and learn from each other, leveraging collective wisdom to find direction in uncharted territories.
During the forum, senior representatives from institutions such as HSBC, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and UBS discussed topics such as market investment opportunities and the impact of emerging financial technologies on the financial industry. They believe that Hong Kong will continue to play a key role in promoting international financial innovation and facilitating financial inclusion.
Ted Pick, Chairman and CEO of Morgan Stanley, believes that a number of companies have emerged in fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, electric vehicles, and biotechnology that are "not only Chinese champions but also global winners." Many of these companies have raised capital through Hong Kong and risen to the top globally, and are expected to continue to receive market favor in the future. (End)
