Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Chief Executive John Lee on Tuesday during his official duty visit to Beijing. The meeting underscores Beijing's continued focus on maintaining stability and development in the financial hub as 2025 marks the 28th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China.
During the discussion, President Xi reaffirmed the central government's commitment to the 'one country, two systems' principle while emphasizing Hong Kong's critical role in China's economic modernization efforts. Lee presented updates on the region's recent policy initiatives, including measures to strengthen financial connectivity with the Chinese mainland and enhance international investor confidence.
The talks come as Hong Kong positions itself to capitalize on emerging opportunities in green finance and digital economy sectors. Analysts suggest this high-level exchange signals coordinated efforts to address current economic challenges while preparing for the 2026-2030 development roadmap.
