From June 24th to 26th, the Chairman of Bank of China conducted a work survey in Hong Kong, presiding over several thematic meetings. He stressed the importance of actively implementing the 15th Five-Year Plan, accelerating the bank's own high-quality development while serving the nation's broader development strategy and promoting Hong Kong's long-term prosperity and stability. This effort aims to inject more momentum into consolidating and elevating Hong Kong's status as an international financial center.
The Chairman presided over the annual general meetings for Bank of China and BOC Hong Kong (Holdings) Limited, actively responding to questions from investors in both markets and engaging in exchanges on topics such as globalized development. He also chaired a board meeting for BOC Hong Kong (Holdings) Limited, holding a thematic discussion with its independent directors on strengthening corporate governance and driving high-quality institutional development. The Chairman stated that the 15th Five-Year Plan outlines a clear development positioning for Hong Kong and presents historic opportunities. He emphasized the need to leverage the platform advantages of BOC Hong Kong (Holdings) Limited in deeply cultivating the Greater Bay Area and radiating its influence across Southeast Asia. By identifying entry points and synergies in serving major strategic tasks, continuously increasing resource investment in Hong Kong, the bank can help Hong Kong write a new chapter of governance and prosperity in the new era.
Focus on Operations and Development in Hong Kong
The Chairman convened a thematic meeting focused on the operational development of institutions in Hong Kong, outlining work deployments. He emphasized that Hong Kong is the nation's forefront and bridgehead for opening-up, bearing a significant mission in accelerating the construction of a financial powerhouse and promoting international economic and trade cooperation. All institutions in Hong Kong should actively serve the nation's development strategy, effectively implement various national policy decisions, and drive high-quality development during the 15th Five-Year Plan period. They must seize important development opportunities, benchmark against advanced market peers, actively serve enterprises "going global," and fully enhance the core competitiveness of key businesses and critical areas in Hong Kong. Efforts should be made to proactively promote the international use of the renminbi, fully leverage the role of BOC Hong Kong (Holdings) Limited as a renminbi clearing bank, deepen innovation in offshore renminbi products, and help consolidate and elevate Hong Kong's status as an international financial center. It is crucial to balance development and security, firmly establish and practice a correct view of political performance, adhere to the bottom line of compliant operations, and better fortify the foundation for risk prevention and control.
Engagements and Site Visits
During his stay in Hong Kong, the Chairman also conducted a survey of the Northern Metropolis, visiting sites such as the Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen Community Liaison Centre and the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park in the Lok Ma Chau Loop to gain an in-depth understanding of the development plans and construction progress. He held separate working meetings with clients including the Hong Kong Hospital Authority, Kerry Group, and China Resources Group, exchanging views on deepening bank-hospital collaboration and supporting enterprise innovation and development.
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