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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.
last updated:
27 August, 2024
Workers outside the main stadium of Kai Tak Sports Park on January 15. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Outside In | If Kai Tak is taking this long to build, what of Northern Metropolis?

Kai Tak Sports Park and West Kowloon Cultural District took over 20 years to develop and still face woes. What hope for the Northern Metropolis?

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Digital currencies

Hong Kong bitcoin ETFs could open to some mainland investors under new measures

Banking & finance

HSBC unveils 25-storey tower in Qianhai to drive cross-border collaboration

Art

Weekend art getaway to Foshan, China – a 2-day itinerary for unique event

Just over an hour’s train ride from Hong Kong, Foshan is holding an art biennial that encourages people to explore its villages and islands.

Kick Back with a Drink, by Chinese artist Janie Luo, in Foshan’s Huangji Village, is one of the most Instagrammable installations at Art Field Nanhai, now in its second edition. Photo: Art Field Nanhai
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong urged to crack down on unlicensed tour guides from mainland China

‘Local companion’ services offer access to authentic experiences but industry players warn of consequences for those working illegally.

Bonds

Hong Kong and Macau link bond systems to create larger market

Four new bond issuances worth 3.2 billion patacas (US$401 million), plus 18 secondary-market transactions, settled on first day of linkage.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong urged to launch all-in-one app to improve tourist experience

Industry leaders call for more engaging experiences as tourism minister Rosanna Law writes to Post to promote road map.

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Real-time information about popular photo spots such as The Peak would be helpful for tourists, a union leader said. Photo: Edmond So
Banking & finance

Hongkongers can now open mainland accounts at HSBC, Standard Chartered, Bocom

Holders of the accounts can transfer funds to use in mobile payment apps while in mainland China.

Artificial intelligence

AI-driven drug discovery aided by Greater Bay Area integration, firm says

XtalPi says AI is reducing drug discovery times to two years from four.

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Macau

Wynn looks to Vegas to help revamp Macau’s US$28 billion casino economy

Macau seeks to source 60 per cent of its revenues from non-gaming sectors by 2028, from 20 per cent at present.

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Wynn Macau president and vice chairwoman Linda Chen and non executive chairman Allan Zeman. Illustration by Henry Wong
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong must broaden international links, says Beijing’s top man in city

Liaison office director Zheng Yanxiong calls for innovation, while Chief Executive John Lee vows bold steps.

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Zheng Yanxiong has urged Hong Kong to enhance its adaptability. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong should market Greater Bay Area to the world

As the region’s superconnector, city is best placed to explain the incredible opportunities available in the development zone.

China technology

GBA’s next-gen chipmakers find ready buyers in Chinese EV industry

Semiconductor companies are eyeing for the Greater Bay Area amid high demand for next-generation chip materials

Semiconductors

Greater Bay Area’s next-gen chipmakers find ready buyers in Chinese EV industry

Guangzhou’s Nansha district is attracting companies specialising in silicon carbide semiconductors, as they look to capitalise on regional integration.

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David Xiao Guowei, chairman of AscenPower Semiconductors, speaks during a panel discussion at the South China Morning Post’s China Conference in Guangzhou on Wednesday. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong

Greater Bay Area developing rapidly, but needs better ‘narratives’: Hong Kong expert

Panel speakers at China Conference in Nansha discuss how infrastructure development shapes cross-border flows of people and goods.

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Professor Alejandro Reyes says certain major infrastructure developments such as the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link have not registered on Google Maps. Photo: Xinhua
Greater Bay Area

Hong Kong can help turn the Greater Bay Area into a biomedical hub, experts say

To advance innovation, however, the GBA needs to better integrate its medical data, panellists say.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong should seize role in clean-energy commodities, think tank says

Commodities market would ‘create a new growth point for Hong Kong’s economy’, report from Better Hong Kong Foundation says.

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Hong Kong economy

Nansha is ‘best partner’ to ensure Hong Kong flourishes domestically, globally

Top official notes municipal district’s development potential, given larger land area than Singapore, and support for Hong Kong youth.

Nansha aims to attract international investors and work with Hong Kong to build a science and technology innovation centre. Photo: Xiaomei Chen
Hong Kong economy

Greater Bay Area has ‘immense opportunities’ for Hong Kong, Nansha: CY Leung

Hong Kong deputy financial secretary Michael Wong and Nansha district party chief Liu Wei are among conference’s VIP speakers.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s leader calls on entrepreneurs to seize opportunities over border

City leader John Lee tells Shenzhen summit that opportunities are waiting for companies willing to pursue innovation and embrace change.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong hospital admits first patient via cross-border ambulance scheme

Patient with chronic bronchitis transferred from University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital in Futian to Tuen Mun Hospital.

The ambulance from the University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital is parked at the accident and emergency department at Tuen Mun Hospital. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong politics

Xi’s orders for Macau serve as reference for Hong Kong, Beijing official says

Xia Baolong also calls on Hong Kong and Macau to fully unleash the benefits of the ‘one country, two systems’ governing principle.

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The president’s recent remarks on Macau also apply to Hong Kong, a senior Beijing official says. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s Paul Chan meets Asean chief to promote city’s links with bloc

Finance chief ends visit to Indonesia, as survey of 600 Greater Bay Area companies finds strength of city’s connectivity with bloc has risen.

Hong Kong society

Board members fear famed Hong Kong flower market may lose ‘spirit’ in revamp

Town Planning Board holds first public hearing on Sai Yee Street and Flower Market Road development scheme in Mong Kok.

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Bonds

Hong Kong’s airport authority raises US$2.4 billion from historic bond issuance

AAHK’s bond was targeted at institutional investors and denominated in Hong Kong dollars.

A plane soars above Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Nora Tam
IPO

Hong Kong makes overture to Indonesian companies to raise capital

Companies in Southeast Asia’s most populous nation should find Hong Kong’s capital market an ‘attractive and advantageous’ place for raising funds, Paul Chan said.

Hong Kong Financial Secretary financial secretary Paul Chan Mo-po in Jakarta. Photo: SCMP Pictures
Banking & finance

Opinion | How Macau’s rise as financial hub opens doors for Hong Kong

With its robust financial institutions and broad pool of investors, Hong Kong can play a vital role in incubating Macau’s financial market.

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Hong Kong society

Young Hongkongers say adapting to mainland work culture key to smooth transition

Greater Bay Area youth job scheme offers opportunities, but some struggle to cope with fast pace, long hours.

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