He made the remarks at a forum hosted by the Chinese Manufacturers’ Association of Hong Kong to look at the opportunities for the SAR in the development blueprint outlined in the five-year plan.
The Greater Bay Area, Chan pointed out, is equipped with a complete industrial chain for high-end manufacturing that is supported by the inherent advantages that Hong Kong brings.
“The Greater Bay Area, which includes Hong Kong, plays an irreplaceable role on a global scale, combining an international financial centre, a frontline role in artificial intelligence and a high-end manufacturing ecosystem,” he said.
“Hong Kong definitely is an international super-connector among the Greater Bay Area cities with both international finance and talent, connecting world-leading research, the mainland’s strong production capacity and global financial network.”
The government, Chan said, is also formulating the SAR’s own five-year plan at full speed.
The authorities will work with different sectors to explore the priorities, implementation plan and road map for the blueprint, he said.
