China welcomes companies worldwide to invest and do businesses in Hong Kong, said Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning at a press briefing in Beijing on Monday.
Mao made the remarks in response to a media query on Hong Kong's successful hosting of two international financial events.
From November 18 to 20, Hong Kong held the Global Financial Leaders' Investment Summit. From November 22 to 23, the International Finance Forum (IFF) held its first annual meeting in Hong Kong. The two events attracted financial and political leaders and heads of financial institutions from many countries and regions, drawing widespread attention.
"We congratulate Hong Kong on the successful hosting of the two international financial events. This represents a vote of confidence the international community has cast in Hong Kong's status as an international financial center, its business environment and its development prospects. What has happened proves that with the guarantee of 'One Country, Two Systems,' the strong support of the country and the joint efforts of all sectors, Hong Kong will surely maintain long-term prosperity and stability and better play the role of an international financial center. China welcomes companies from all over the world to invest and do businesses in Hong Kong, and talents from all countries to come to Hong Kong to display their strengths and share the benefits from Hong Kong's development and 'One Country, Two Systems'," she said.
China welcomes global investment in Hong Kong: spokeswoman
China welcomes global investment in Hong Kong: spokeswoman
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalated over the weekend as Ukrainian forces launched a military strike in Russia's Kursk region, targeting multiple military sites.
On Sunday, Ukraine announced that it had successfully struck several Russian positions, including the Kursk region. Russian media confirmed the assault in Kursk, citing sources that indicated foreign-made missiles were used in the operation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that he believes Russia has set a timeline to push Ukrainian troops out of the Kursk region by Jan 20, 2025, aligning with Donald Trump' inauguration as the U.S. president.
Recent statements from Ukrainian officials indicate that Russian forces have ramped up their counteroffensive efforts in Kursk. Ukrainian control in the area has reportedly decreased by around 40 percent. At its height, Ukraine managed to hold 1,376 square kilometers of territory, but that figure has now dropped to approximately 800 square kilometers. Ukrainian officials insist they will defend their remaining territories for as long as necessary.
Zelensky expressed cautious optimism about the possibility of ending the conflict by 2025. He emphasized the need to engage with the incoming Trump administration regarding potential peace proposals, which he expects to be presented in January. The Ukrainian government is closely monitoring the new administration's decisions.
In anticipation of this political shift in the U.S., Ukrainian media report that Ukraine is crafting a strategic plan to ensure ongoing American support, aiming to strengthen cooperation and prevent any critical cuts to military aid.
Fighting intensifies in Kursk, Russia
