Belt and Road Initiative

The Belt and Road (B&R) Initiative (the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road)) is an important national development strategy which promotes co-operation among countries and regions in areas of policy co-ordination, facilities connectivity, unimpeded trade, financial integration and people-to-people bond. As a key link and the prime platform for the B&R, and with the Central Government’s support, Hong Kong can capitalise on its unique advantages to connect the Mainland with other B&R regions, in areas such as the international project financing, offshore Renminbi (RMB) business, professional services, as well as economic and trade co-operation.

Hong Kong’s advantages

• Under “one country, two systems”, Hong Kong enjoys unique, dual advantages of being part of China, but with its own economic, social and legal systems.
• Robust common law system, with abundant legal professionals and international expertise. Hong Kong is a leading centre for international legal services and dispute resolution in the AsiaPacific, with highly regarded arbitration and mediation services.
• Free and open market with free flows of capital, goods and information. Hong Kong is an international financial, trade, maritime and logistics hub.
• A level playing field for all enterprises, foreign and local, and a robust anti-corruption regime.
• World-class infrastructure, transport links, communication networks and business services.
• Deep understanding of the Mainland’s culture and business operations, complemented with a global outlook, broad international experience and extensive international networks.

Facilities connectivity

• Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) isone of the world’s busiest airports for air cargo and passengers. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the HKIA connects to more than 200 destinations by around 120 airlines.
• One of the world’s busiest and most efficient container ports, Hong Kong Port handled nearly 18 million TEUs in 2021. Every week, about 270 container vessel sailings connect to nearly 600 destinations worldwide.
• The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link and the Three-runway System of the HKIA (expected to be commissioned in 2024) will strengthen connectivity between Hong Kong, the Mainland and the world.
• Hong Kong companies operate and manage railways, airports, ports, power and gas supply and other infrastructure projects to international standards in B&R countries.
• A rich pool of professional expertise in mergers and acquisitions, financing, accounting and taxation, legal and dispute resolution services, risk management and construction provides ample opportunities for collaboration with Mainland and international enterprises to provide high-quality support for infrastructure developments in the B&R regions.

For more information on the Belt and Road Initiative and Hong Kong’s participation, please visit the following website –

• Belt and Road Initiative - Hong Kong