Search

The entire Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone is designated as a restricted drone airspace; flights require approval. The local Public Security Bureau mandates dual registration (via the civil aviation UOM platform and public security mini-program) within a specified period to strengthen safety management. Violators will be prosecuted.

The 15th Five-Year Plan has been officially released, explicitly supporting Hong Kong in consolidating its status as an international financial, shipping, and trade center, as well as developing into an international innovation and technology hub. Hong Kong businesses can seize the opportunities presented by the country's further opening-up, digital economy, and green transformation. By integrating into the national development strategy, they can upgrade and transform themselves while tapping into the mainland market and the Belt and Road Initiative.

Guangdong Province has released a ten-year industrial plan focusing on cultivating new development paths and leading the construction of a modern industrial system. This plan provides long-term development direction for Hong Kong businesses to participate in Guangdong's industrial upgrading and to explore emerging economic sectors. It serves as a crucial policy guideline for integrating into the Greater Bay Area's development.

Macau unveils $2.5B government guidance fund to drive "1+4" industries and Hengqin integration. Using fiscal reserves to attract private capital, the three-tier market structure fosters patient capital, diversifying the economy and aligning with national strategy.

Dongguan launched new measures offering up to 150,000 yuan rewards for newly upgraded industrial and service firms. It provides automatic approvals and a "policy card" with financing and talent support to boost business growth.

Guangdong approved two major AI infrastructure projects with over 3.4B yuan total investment. Zhanjiang will build a 2.5B yuan AI industrial park, while Guangzhou Huangpu invests 950M yuan in a computing hub to power the "AI+" action.

The Hetao Hong Kong Youth Tech Valley launched in Shenzhen, with 10 firms settled. Operated by HKSTP, it focuses on young startup teams as a bridge for Hong Kong-Shenzhen youth collaboration.

A cross-border customs pilot for scientific equipment was launched in Nansha, Guangzhou. Its "one application, project-wide use" model streamlines clearance to boost marine research in the Greater Bay Area.

A major breakthrough: core components for the Attosecond Laser Facility in Dongguan are now fully domestic. This opens new investment opportunities in the supply chain for Hong Kong businesses in the Greater Bay Area.

The Qianhai corporate tax extension to the end of 2027 offers Hong Kong businesses stable savings, reducing mainland startup costs and supporting their growth in the Greater Bay Area.

The 2026 government work report prioritizes opening up and tech innovation, creating opportunities for Hong Kong businesses on the mainland. They can leverage these policies to integrate into the Greater Bay Area's growth.

During the 15th Five-Year Plan period, China offers duty-free imports of films and equipment for science centers. Hong Kong investors in this sector can benefit from lower costs and new opportunities.

The Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration have jointly announced that the implementation period for the preferential enterprise income tax policy in the Qianhai cooperation zone will be extended to 31 December 2027. Under the extended policy, qualified enterprises operating in Qianhai can enjoy a preferential income tax rate of 15%.

Zhongshan has launched a range of policy measures targeting the biomedical and health industries. Subsidies are being offered to support breakthroughs in core technologies and the research and development (R&D) of new drugs and medical devices. Credit support will also be offered in the form of relending for technology innovation or technological upgrading.

Guangdong recently released three action plans aimed at nurturing a business environment in the province that is market-oriented, law-based and internationalised. The internationalisation plan consists of a slew of measures aimed at improving cross-border trade services, relaxing foreign investment access and deepening collaboration between Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao.