Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission: Welcomes measures proposed by the Chief Executive to solidify Hong Kong's position as a leading financial center.

According to the Zhixing Financial APP, on September 17, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission welcomed the measures proposed in the "Chief Executive's 2025 Policy Address" to support the continuous development of Hong Kong as a leading international financial center. The Policy Address proposes measures to strengthen the stock market and optimize the listing system, which will consolidate Hong Kong's position as the world's preferred listing destination. At the same time, the suggestion to include RMB counters and real estate investment trusts in the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect will help deepen the connection between the Hong Kong and mainland markets. In terms of innovation, the suggestion to expand the types of digital asset products and services provided to professional investors is expected to promote the development of Hong Kong's digital asset ecosystem. These measures are highly consistent with the strategic focus of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission.