Hong Kong Advances Innovation and Technology Sector with New Initiatives

According to PANews, Hong Kong's Financial Secretary, Paul Chan, highlighted the opening of the 35th Hong Kong Book Fair on July 16 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year's event features a new 'Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Flash Display Zone.' The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has identified artificial intelligence as a key industry, emphasizing support for fundamental research and the transformation of research outcomes. Efforts are being made to nurture local startups and attract global tech companies to establish a presence in Hong Kong. Additionally, the government is accelerating the development of the Northern Metropolis and enhancing collaboration with cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. These initiatives form a comprehensive blueprint for the development of Hong Kong's innovation and technology sector. The government remains committed to this vision, aiming to provide diverse and high-quality career opportunities for the youth in Hong Kong.