Hong Kong can serve as a gateway for mainland firms seeking overseas expansion,
Financial Secretary Chan Mo-po said in a blog on June 28. Under Beijing’s “dual
circulation” strategy, Hong Kong’s international platform can help mainland
companies link R&D to global markets and convert tech innovation into overseas
orders. Chan said the city can attract international long-term capital for
hard‑tech companies that require patient capital, supporting a “small, early,
long‑term” investment approach to scale promising technology and emerging
industries. He also said Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis development aligns with
Xi’an’s strong startup ecosystem, creating potential synergies across education,
technology, talent and industry.
