Geographically, we are at the centre of action. More importantly, one can make the trip and back within one day, if necessary. And many people do. Hong Kong companies and joint ventures directly employ some 5 million people in southern Guangdong province alone. And 95 percent of Hong Kong's re-exports originate from, or are destined for, China.
China is by far our largest trading partner.
Apart from our unrivalled expertise in doing business with mainland China, Hong Kong has long established itself as a world-class financial and services centre and the undisputed regional hub for multinational companies wishing to do business in this part of the world. Let us look at the figures. The situation is not likely to change - except for the better. Easy accessibility of information. Transparency of government.