Development of New Quality Productive Forces Offers Hong Kong New Advantages
All sectors of Hong Kong must leverage the opportunities arising from the country’s strategy to develop new quality productive forces, consolidate Hong Kong’s “eight centers” positioning, and further enhance internationalization, so that Hong Kong can continue to thrive in the new era.
The HKSAR Government completed the first round of consultation on the Methods on Selecting the Chief Executive in 2017 and for Forming the Legislative Council in 2016 earlier this month, in which various sectors of society eagerly presented their proposals and demands. In the past few months, CGCC has held seminars, forums and other activities to encourage our members and the business community to express their views.
Premier Li Keqiang stated in his first work report that Hong Kong must promote democracy in accordance with the law. During the NPC and CPPCC sessions, Zhang Dejiang, Chairman of the National People’s Congress Standing Committee (NPCSC), reiterated the Central Government’s stance that it firmly supports Hong Kong’s democratic development in accordance with the law.
The consultation paper issued by the Steering Committee on Population Policy predicts that as the population is gradually aging, Hong Kong’s workforce will begin to shrink in 2018, which will have a crucial impact on the sustainability of Hong Kong’s long-term economic and social livelihood development.
Ushering in the Year of the Horse, I would like to wish all Committee Members, members and friends of CGCC great success in their every endeavor.
Chairman's Message
Gearing up for Challenges and Opportunities in New Year
As we enter a new year, the global economy is still filled with uncertainty. Particular attention has been drawn to the implications of the US’ launch of the QE exit on the global economy.
CGCC’s business delegation to the Middle East has been useful in promoting exchange and cooperation between Hong Kong and the Middle East. Through similar delegations and exchange activities, the Chamber will continue to strengthen ties with the political and business sectors in the Mainland and the B&R regions.
特區政府《北部都會區行動綱領》具體規劃詳情和時間表，象徵「北部都會區」發展已從理念走入實踐階段。當局在推動落實相關政策過程中，尤其可在以下幾方面進行優化。
我們欣見特區政府着力推進北部都會區與河套深港科技創新合作區，促進港深創科發展。
Hong Kong must device short-, mid- and long-term policies to attract and retain talent and actively enhance its livability. It must also expand its talent pool to ensure sustainable economic growth and stay competitive.
