15th five-year plan presents ‘golden strategic period’ for Hong Kong: Paul Chan

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Leopold ChenMarch 8, 2026 at 08:47 AM

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Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan believes the newly unveiled 15th five-year development plan presents a "golden strategic period" for Hong Kong. Chan stated that Hong Kong will use "Artificial Intelligence+" and "Finance+" to support China's development plan for 2026-2030. He acknowledged geopolitical challenges but emphasized the stability and innovation within China. The plan tasks Hong Kong with deeper integration into the country, strengthening its role as a financial hub, bolstering renminbi business and supply chains, and accelerating the Northern Metropolis project. Chan urged Hong Kong to seize the opportunities presented by the plan to better serve and integrate into the country's overall development.

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