Hong Kong Aims to Boost Asia‑Pacific Prosperity via ‘Soft Connectivity’

At a conference on Monday, Stephen Wong Yuen‑shan, head of the Chief Executive’s Policy Unit, outlined Hong Kong’s strategy to become an institutional “harbour” for regional trade. He highlighted the city’s institutional advantages and close ties with mainland China and the wider world as key to enhancing the Asia‑Pacific region’s prosperity. Wong emphasized that Hong Kong’s “soft connectivity” – its ability to attract and channel trade through regulatory and financial frameworks – will allow regional markets to converge and benefit from the city’s unique position. The adviser’s remarks signal a continued focus on positioning Hong Kong as a pivotal hub for regional economic integration.