Hong Kong's Path to Becoming an Innovation and Technology Hub Like Silicon Valley
Ambitions for Hong Kong as an I&T Hub
Hong Kong has a long way to go before it can become a global innovation and technology (I&T) hub comparable to Silicon Valley.
Need for Increased Private Sector Investment
Minister Sun Dong stated that cultivating a flourishing tech landscape requires more capital from the private sector. He remarked that the government has already invested over HK$200 billion in recent years, representing more than 1% of the city’s GDP in 2022.
Challenges Compared to Mainland China
- In contrast, mainland China spends about 2.7% of GDP, with cities like Shenzhen and Beijing contributing even more.
- To truly develop, Hong Kong needs to motivate companies to invest in research and development.
Strategic Focus Areas
Hong Kong's approach includes establishing specialized technology parks.
- Cyberport will focus on digital technologies.
- The Science and Technology Park will specialize in R&D.
Future Developments and Cooperation
The San Tin technopole is set to emerge close to the city’s border with the mainland, acting as a vital industry base. Moreover, the cooperative zone with Shenzhen, proposed in 2017, aims to position Hong Kong as a significant international platform within the I&T sector.
Conclusion
The government’s ambitious plans include gathering international I&T resources and transforming Hong Kong into a competitive industrial base. More details are anticipated by the end of the year, with new developments expected before 2025.
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