Paul Chan eyes cooperation with Hangzhou and Suzhou for quality productive forces

Hong Kong’s finance chief Paul Chan Mo-po completed a visit to Hangzhou and Suzhou on Friday, saying that Hong Kong could explore opportunities for closer cooperation with both places.

On the third and final day of his visit, Chan visited the Suzhou office of Shanghai REFIRE Group, where he observed the assembly, integration, and testing of fuel cell systems.

He also met with the person in charge, which he called on the group to establish an international headquarters and research and development facilities in Hong Kong, making use of the city's financing services.

Summarizing his trip to Suzhou and Hangzhou, Chan said the two places have strong and advanced manufacturing capabilities.

He looks forward to Hong Kong joining forces with the two cities, offering high-quality professional services to assist businesses in expanding their international operations, adding that the collaboration has high potential with bright prospects.