China remains a secure investment destination despite recent geopolitical tensions, Beijingโs foreign ministry arm in Hong Kong has told diplomats and business chambers at a high-profile meeting, while highlighting the cityโs strategic role in building international ties.
Cui Jianchun, commissioner of the foreign ministryโs office in Hong Kong, on Wednesday met about 60 envoys, commerce chamber representatives and members of the international media for a one-hour sharing session on the Communist Partyโs fourth plenum.
The fourth plenum concluded on October 23, with the core agenda centring around formulating a blueprint for the countryโs 15th five-year plan, which will guide national development from 2026 to 2030.
Cui said the session in Hong Kong aimed to enhance foreign consuls and businessesโ understanding of the five-year plan, to identify new opportunities for cooperation.
โThe Chinese economy will offer the world more development opportunities, a favourable business environment, vast stages for innovation and conditions for green growth,โ he told attendees.
He spoke about the countryโs efforts to achieve greater self-reliance and strength in science and technology, building a robust domestic market, deepening reforms and further opening the door. He also mentioned challenges related to international trade, without giving details.
โChina remains an ideal, secure and promising destination for investment,โ he said, adding that โto invest in China is to invest in the futureโ.