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Greater Bay Area

Greater Bay Area
Greater Bay Area
The "Greater Bay Area" refers to the Chinese government's scheme to link the cities of Hong Kong, Macau, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Zhongshan, Dongguan, Huizhou, Jiangmen and Zhaoqing into an integrated economic and business hub.
Exchange Square in Central. Finance chief Paul Chan says a well-calibrated expansion of cross-border stock trading will attract additional capital to the city. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong aims to offer more investment options for mainland Chinese: Paul Chan

Authorities on both sides reviewing broader Greater Bay Area trading scheme, finance chief says, adding crackdown on illegal trades will help city.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | For Hong Kong to succeed in AI, energy cannot be an afterthought

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | To lead in global education, Hong Kong must go beyond narrow metrics

Hong Kong economy

More of Northern Metropolis set to benefit from eased flow of cross-border resources

Development Bureau says measures to ease transfers in tech zone will be tested this year and may be applied to other parts of megaproject.

The Hong Kong side of the shared tech zone. Photo: Eugene Lee
Food and Drinks

The winding path of a chef marrying Cantonese and Jiangnan cuisines in Macau

Chef Kevin Zhu blends Cantonese and Jiangnan cuisines at Lakeview Palace in Macau, crafting dishes that reflect his unique culinary journey.

Hong Kong politics

Opinion | 10 steps Hong Kong can take to make the most of its 5-year plan

Whether it’s fintech, gold trading or investment migration, Hong Kong has a role in supporting the nation’s 15th five-year plan.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong ranks No 2 in global competitiveness with best showing in 7 years

City trails first-place Singapore out of 70 economies surveyed by Switzerland-based International Institute for Management Development.

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Hong Kong has ranked as the world’s second-most globally competitive economy. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong, Macau not rivals for tourist trade, industry leaders say

Two cities offer distinct experiences and can benefit from sharing visitor flows, Macau Government Tourism Office chief says.

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Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Hong Kong on the right track in aligning with national goals

The repeated visits of Xia Baolong, Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs, reflect the central government’s firm support for the city’s economic development.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong must remain outward-looking to thrive: past and present TDC leaders

Former and current Trade Development Council leaders stress importance of free flow of goods, people and capital.

Peter Woo, left, Victor Fung, Jack So, Vincent Lo and Hong Kong Trade Development Council chairman Frederick Ma Si-hang at the organisation's 60th Anniversary Forum in Wan Chai. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong economy

Top legislative body to discuss Hong Kong’s shared control at upgraded crossing

China’s top legislative body will discuss Hong Kong’s shared control over Huanggang crossing as 24-hour fast-track checkpoint set to open in July.

The new Huanggang Port will be the first 24-hour checkpoint connecting Hong Kong and Shenzhen. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong politics

Xia ‘fully recognises’ Hong Kong I&T efforts, urges city to seize opportunities

Beijing official visits Northern Metropolis sites, including Yuen Long microelectronics centre and Hetao hub.

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Hong Kong economy

Editorial | 5-year-plan will help Hong Kong hone its strengths to serve the nation

The recently launched public consultation on the blueprint is critical as it enables the community to come together and plan for the future.

Hong Kong politics

Beijing’s point man for Hong Kong to visit city on Tuesday, check on megaproject

Hong Kong government says Xia Baolong to gauge city’s alignment with national five-year plan and development of Northern Metropolis.

Xia Baolong (left), director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, shakes hands with Chief Executive John Lee during a previous visit to the city. Photo: Elson Li
Art

Meet the young collectors shaking up the art scene in China’s Greater Bay Area

From Hong Kong to Shenzhen and Guangzhou, a new generation of collectors is emerging who are more keen to share their art with the public.

Ye Haibo is one of the emerging young collectors in China’s Greater Bay Area helping to reshape the art scene. Photo: Ye Haibo
Family offices

European wealth turns to Hong Kong as 30 family offices eye operations

Wealthy European families are looking to Hong Kong as a base for Asian investments, drawn by tax incentives and new growth opportunities.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong blueprint to plug economic gaps, boost inclusion and AI, Paul Chan says

Finance chief also says city will make Northern Metropolis megaproject ‘spatial carrier’ for emerging industries.

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Hong Kong economy

Editorial | To capitalise on yacht tourism, Hong Kong must get all hands on deck

With a boost from the mainland, the city can now get to work on achieving its maritime hospitality potential.

Yachts at Aberdeen South Typhoon Shelter on March 25. Photo: Jelly Tse
Wealth management

Hong Kong gazettes tax break for fund manager bonuses to boost wealth hub role

The tax reform bill, which the government expects will attract talent to the city, is set to be read by lawmakers on June 24.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong can be more than New York and Silicon Valley combined: Paul Chan

Finance chief touts city’s advanced manufacturing capability through Greater Bay Area integration, which he says US rivals lack.

Hong Kong society

No barriers for 50,000 users of new ‘seamless’ e-channels at mega bridge

Facial recognition technology will allow people to clear immigration in five seconds using new e-channels at Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge.

The new “seamless” e-channels will come into operation later this month. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Can Hong Kong’s upgraded Shenzhen crossing really cut clearance to just 5 minutes?

New Huanggang crossing will feature joint clearance with 134 automated channels, cutting immigration process by 25 minutes, authorities say.

Hong Kong and Shenzhen’s new border crossing in the redeveloped Huanggang Port Building will house both sides’ immigration under one roof. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Why Hongkongers should be very interested in the Pinglu Canal

China-Asean trade is expected to surge as the Pinglu Canal synergises with the Hainan free-trade zone – creating demand for services Hong Kong can provide.

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China travel

Why are international music acts choosing Shenzhen over Hong Kong?

Bigger and better venues, lower costs and cheaper visas are all seeing touring music acts opt for gigs in the mainland Chinese city.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Why Hong Kong and Kazakhstan are drawing closer

As Kazakhstan seeks to diversify its financial partnerships and deepen engagement with China, Hong Kong’s offerings stand out.

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu visits the Astana Hub to learn about the latest Kazakh developments in artificial intelligence on June 1, in Kazakhstan. Photo: ISD
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong’s southbound travel scheme opens to 5 more Greater Bay Area cities

Daily quota for trips to Hong Kong’s urban areas will also be doubled to 200 from July 25.

A motorist from Guangdong visits Hong Kong’s Ocean Terminal. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong should adopt the ‘Hefei model’ in the Northern Metropolis

If the Northen Metropolis megaproject is to accelerate, a fundamental overhaul of the existing legal framework and development model is required.

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Hong Kong society

How travel permit for non-Chinese in Hong Kong has redefined weekends over border

Permanent residents holding foreign passports say their lifestyles have changed with advantages of travel permit launched two years ago.

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