The latest news from Sino-American Investment Immigration: Investment opportunities are hidden behind the news. The 8th "Asia Financial Forum" (AFF) organized by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from January 19 to 20, 2015.
During the forum, numerous economic decision-makers, financial industry leaders, scholars, and business leaders from around the world will gather in Hong Kong. Over a hundred distinguished speakers will discuss various topics, including the global economy, opportunities in China, Asian development, and prospects and investment opportunities in the healthcare sector. Through this two-day forum, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the latest developments in the Asian and global economy and seize growth opportunities, leading to fruitful results in business development and investment. The previous Asia Financial Forum successfully attracted more than 2,400 financial elites and business leaders from 41 countries and regions.
As the global economic landscape fluctuates and the situation changes, Asia's role in the global economy has also shifted from being the world's production base to becoming a massive consumer market. This year's Asia Financial Forum, themed "Asia: Soaring Amidst Change," focuses on how the Asian economy maintains high levels of growth during its transformation process. David Lee, Vice President of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, stated, "With the concerted efforts of governments, the business sector, and the financial industry, Asian countries are continually developing new business and investment opportunities, becoming the driving force of global growth. The forum will reveal the direction of the Asian economy and explore growth points in various sectors, making the best plans for next year's investment initiatives."
Nobel Laureate Paul Krugman to Participate for the First Time
Following the invitation of former U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner at the previous forum, it has now been confirmed by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council that 2008 Nobel Laureate in Economics, Professor Paul Krugman from Princeton University, has been invited to be a keynote speaker at this year’s "Asia Financial Forum," where he will deliver a keynote speech on the global economic outlook for 2015.
Krugman is a new generation figure of the New Economic School, focusing on WorldWay, international finance, monetary crises, and exchange rate change theories. In 2008, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for his analytical work on trade patterns and the positioning of economic activities. Krugman is regarded as one of the world’s most prominent trade theorists today. His new WorldWay theory analyzes and explains the impact of income growth and imperfect competition on WorldWay, providing important theoretical foundations for macroeconomic research and contributing to further discussions on free trade and globalization. He was also prescient in pointing out issues and risks in the Asian financial system before the Asian Financial Crisis in 1994.
Other confirmed speakers include: Paul Achleitner, Chairman of Deutsche Bank’s Supervisory Board; Madelyn Antoncic, Vice President and Treasurer of the World Bank; Olivier Blanchard, Economic Adviser and Director of the Research Department at the International Monetary Fund (IMF); Michael Diekmann, Chairman and CEO of Allianz Group; Ding Xuedong, Chairman and CEO of China Investment Corporation; Andrea Enria, Chairman of the European Banking Authority; Pierre Gramegna, Minister of Finance of Luxembourg; Stefan Ingves, Governor of the Central Bank of Sweden; Steven Maijoor, Chairman of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA); and Zhang Lei, Chairman and CEO of Hillhouse Capital Group.
Additionally, from the Hong Kong side, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, C.Y. Leung; Financial Secretary, John Tsang; Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Professor K.C. Chan; Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Norman Chan; Chairman of the Financial Development Council, Laura Cha; Chief Executive of HSBC Hong Kong, Sandy Flockhart; Chairman of the Feng Group, M. Feng; and Chairman of Hang Lung Properties, Ronnie Chan, have also been invited as speakers.
Building Communication Platforms
This year, the conference will further enhance the AFF Deal Flow matchmaking segment, designating specific sectors' presentation slots for industries including technology, healthcare, consumer goods, food and agriculture, as well as infrastructure and real estate, with investment promotion agencies and associations from various countries introducing projects to potential investors. Additionally, a new roundtable discussion area will be established for industry experts to share the latest trends, market intelligence, and business advice with participants. Furthermore, a "Global Investment Opportunities" section will be set up in the discussion area for investment promotion representatives from around the world to present local investment opportunities. Participating countries include Australia, Canada, Italy, Russia, and Spain.
Besides the main forum, the conference will collaborate with several sponsoring organizations to host multiple thematic workshops during the forum, covering topics such as the Internet of Things, internet finance, internationalization of the renminbi, Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect, Asian assets and wealth management, China’s foreign investments, new development trends of international financial institutions, and ASEAN development and the New Silk Road, offering diverse content for participants to choose according to their interests.
In addition to the two-day forum program, participants will also be able to attend various networking events such as forums, conferences, and seminars held during the "International Financial Week" (starting January 15, 2015), covering topics related to the Chinese economy, private equity, risk management, and fundraising, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the development of Hong Kong's financial industry.
