The Hong Kong Chamber of Shipping was officially established on Monday, with a mission to bolster Hong Kong’s status as an international shipping hub.
Leung Chun-ying’s Remarks on “One Country, Two Systems
During the launch reception, Leung Chun-ying, vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and a founder member and adviser of the new chamber, emphasized that the “one country, two systems” principle forms the backbone of Hong Kong’s maritime sector, giving it a unique competitive edge.
Call for Collaboration Across Key Sectors
Leung urged Hong Kong’s shipping, trade, financial, professional, and educational sectors to work together towards a common goal. He stressed the importance of harnessing Hong Kong’s strengths while keeping a broad, coordinated approach to further advance the city’s shipping industry.
Vision for an Integrated National Maritime Ecosystem
Leung expressed his hope that Hong Kong can leverage the capabilities of mainland China to build a cohesive national maritime ecosystem. He noted that by focusing on high value-added activities in the maritime industry, Hong Kong could tap into its full potential, unlocking limitless opportunities for future growth.
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Source: china.org
