The 10th Belt and Road Summit opened today

- This year’s Belt and Road Summit celebrates its 10th edition, under the theme Collaborate for Change • Shape a Shared Future, convening over 90 key officials and business leaders from 16 Belt and Road countries and regions
- On the first day of the Summit, 33 Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) were signed, covering projects in Australia, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Qatar, the UAE, and more, fostering business cooperation
- The Day 1Policy Dialoguewas themedEmbracing Emerging Opportunities in times of Economic Uncertaintyand featured key government officials from Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Uzbekistan, discussing the latest Belt and Road policies and opportunities for multilateral cooperation
- Keynote LuncheonfeaturedRenat Bekturov, Governor, Astana International Financial Center (AIFC), under the theme ofFostering Regional Cooperation through Concrete Business Partnerships, who shared insights into how tangible cooperation between Kazakhstan and Hong Kong has come to fruition
- A newSignature Belt andRoadProjects Sessionwas introduced to present major infrastructure projects. Additionally, theProject Investment Sessionfeatured a new segment themedMiddle East & ASEAN Market Focus

HONG KONG, Sep 10, 2025 - (ACN Newswire)– TheBelt and Road Summit, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year marks a significant milestone as the Summit celebrates its 10thedition under the themeCollaborate for Change • Shape a Shared Future. The Summit has convened over 90 key officials and business leaders from 16 Belt and Road countries and regions, aiming to explore new opportunities for collaboration and forge a win-win future.

The Summit is dedicated to advancing multilateral cooperation, successfully signing 33 MoU on the first day, involving countries and regions such as Australia, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Qatar and the UAE covering multiple sectors including finance, infrastructure and technology. On the second day, the Summit will continue to showcase the signing of more MoUs, fostering even greater collaboration and tangible results.

The Opening Sessionfeatured opening remarks byJohn Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, and welcome remarks byProfessor Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC. Special addresses were delivered byYan Dong, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China,Li Zhen, Vice Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council of the People's Republic of China andXiao Weiming, Deputy Secretary General of the National Development and Reform Commission of the People's Republic of China. Keynote address was delivered bySun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia.

John Leesaid during his opening remarks: “Hong Kong is the ideal Belt and Road hub. As the only world city that converges both the China advantage and the global advantage, Hong Kong stands as the premier gateway for co-operation, bridging people, trade, business, education, culture and values across the region, connecting Asia and the world. We are a "super connector" and "super value-adder" for high-quality collaborations worldwide. Our "dual superpower" of connecting and value-adding means Hong Kong is more than a link between capital and projects. We also inject vigour, innovation and sustainability, adding strategic value to everything we do. Hong Kong will continue to drive high-quality development along the Belt and Road.”

Professor Masaid: “We are proud to celebrate the 10thedition this year. The Summit has become a cornerstone event supporting the Belt and Road Initiative. Over the past decade, it has been gathering key voices in government and business from across the Belt and Road and beyond for dialogue and collaboration. Vital partnerships have been forged, impactful projects have been launched, and cross-border ties have been strengthened. And this year is no different. Collaboration opportunities once again take centre stage.”

Yan Dong said during his special address: “The Ministry of Commerce will continue to strengthen economic and trade cooperation with all partners along the Belt and Road. First, we will continue to support Hong Kong in deepening its connectivity with the Mainland and the rest of the world. We will implement the revisions on the Second Agreement Concerning Amendment to CEPA Agreement on Trade in Services, which took effect in March this year, further expand mainland China's opening-up in areas such as finance, telecommunications, construction, and tourism, and explore the establishment of a single free-trade zone among mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau. Second, we will support Hong Kong in building functional platforms and in consolidating and enhancing its status as an international financial, shipping, and trade centre, enabling it to play a bridging role in facilitating connectivity in infrastructure, trade and finance under the Belt and Road Initiative, and expanding trade scale with participating countries.”

Li Zhensaid during his special address: “State-owned enterprises stand ready to join hands with all sectors in Hong Kong to explore opportunities and forge a shared future through reinforcing connectivity. We need to seize this Summit as an opportunity to leverage Hong Kong's unique blend of Chinese and Western cultures and its strengths in international communication, and lay a solid foundation for the Belt and Road Initiative”

Xiao Weimingsaid during his special address: “We have witnessed Hong Kong’s contribution to the Belt and Road Initiative by fully leveraging its role as a financial, trade, and innovation and technology hub. With the continuous expansion of trade cooperation networks among partner countries and the establishment of professional platforms such as Core Climate and the International Organization for Mediation, Hong Kong has achieved two-way development in both domestic and international trade. Hong Kong's future participation in the Belt and Road Initiative will be even more important and promising.”

Sun Chantholsaid during his keynote address: “Over the past decade, Cambodia has achieved remarkable progress with the support from China under the Belt and Road Initiative framework. Together, we have built over 3,000 kilometers of national roads and 16 major bridges, transforming the daily lives of millions of Cambodians. It has boosted tourism, reduced costs and enhanced Cambodian's role as a regional trade hub.”

Policy driving new opportunities, multilateral dialogue fostering collaboration

Amidst global economic uncertainty, how businesses can seize opportunities in times of change has become increasingly important. Following the Opening Session, thePolicy DialoguetitledEmbracing Emerging Opportunities in Times of Economic Uncertaintywas hosted byAlgernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR. The session featured other key government officials, includingAnthony Loke, Minister of Transport of Malaysia;Dr. Ahmad Mohammad Al Sayed, Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs of Qatar;Umid Abidkhadjaev,Deputy Minister of Economy and Finance, Uzbekistan;Yerlan Sagnayev, Vice Minister of National Economy of Kazakhstan; andKhaled Al Khattaf, CEO of Saudi Investment Promotion Authority of Saudi Arabia. They discussed the latest policies and development opportunities related to the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and explored ways to enhance multilateral economic cooperation.

On the first day, the Business PlenarythemedASEAN: Unveiling New Opportunities for Growth and Collaborationwas hosted byDr Victor Fung, Chairman of Fung Investment. The session featured distinguished speakers includingZeng Qi, Vice President of CITIC Group Corporation;Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A;Anthony Leung, Group Chairman of Nan Fung Group. They explored the latest developments and collaborative opportunities in key sectors, including infrastructure, financial investment, digital economy and green energy within the ASEAN region.

The Summit offers numerous opportunities for networking. The Keynote Luncheon,under the theme ofFostering Regional Cooperation through Concrete Business Partnerships, featured a welcome address byPaul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR, opening remarks byChen Liang, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of China International Capital Corporation Limited, and a keynote speech byRenat Bekturov, Governor, Astana International Financial Center (AIFC). Renat Bekturov said: “We have initiated the creation of the Turkic Green Finance Council. For this to succeed, finance must be responsible, transparent and forward-looking. This is where Hong Kong's leadership in sustainable finance is invaluable. By joining forces with Hong Kong, we can channel trillions of dollars of green capital into Belt and Road projects that are profitable and sustainable.”

The Cocktail Receptionincluded special remarks fromAlgernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR, a welcome address byProfessor Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, and opening remarks fromSun Yu, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive of Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited. The occasion also served as a celebration of the 10thedition of the Summit, marking a significant milestone in fostering international collaboration and connectivity.

This year's new sessions focus on key projects and target markets

Project and business matching is a key component of the Summit, helping to transform the BRI into tangible economic cooperation. This year, the Summit introduced twoSignature Belt andRoadProjects Sessionsaimed at encouraging Hong Kong’s professional services and businesses to participate in major infrastructure developments, thereby fostering regional cooperation and economic growth. The first session featuredDr Chula Sukmanop, Secretary-General of the Eastern Economic Corridor Office in Thailand, and discussed investment opportunities in the key development areas of the Eastern Economic Corridor. The second session takes place tomorrow and is hosted byOmar Abed, a representative from the New Murabba project in Saudi Arabia, who will share insights on integrating sustainability into urban design and the associated development opportunities.

Tomorrow’s Project Investment Sessionwill introduce a new focus session titledMiddle East & ASEAN MarketFocus, with speakers includingVarong Tangpraprutgul, Managing Director of AMATA City Lao Company Limited;Alan E. Wijaya, Chief of Business Development Officer of PT. Jababeka TBK;Dr YT Chin, Founder and CEO of Silicon Connect;Yin Haijie, Chairman of the Board of Jiangsu Luyi Investment Co., Ltd.;Rumaitha Al Busaidi, Business & ICV Development Manager of Hydrogen Oman (Hydrom);Mohammed Alasseri, Chief Operating Officer of Special Integrated Logistics Zone and chaired byJames Law, CEO & Founder of Cybertecture, who will explore the potential opportunities in these two key markets. This session aims to provide businesses with targeted investment and collaboration prospects, further reinforcing Hong Kong's role as a vital hub for the BRI.

Deal-making fosters collaboration, exhibition area connects the global

This year’s Summit continues to offer investment and business matching services to forge partnerships. Theproject investment sessionswill showcase more than 300 investment projects. TheBelt and Road Deal-Makingprovides a full range of options, in both physical form on 10-11 September and online on 15-16 September, with more than 800 one-to-one project matching meetings expected to take place.

The Summit features an exhibition area across five distinct zones. ASEAN Zone, a new feature this year to focus on the latest projects across various sectors of the ten member states; theHong Kong Zoneto bring together local service providers, showcasing the outstanding services and business advantages; theGlobal Investment Zoneto present large-scale investment projects and opportunities from different countries; theInnoTech Zoneto showcase cutting-edge innovations, AI, digital technologies and solutions from around the world and theMainland Zoneto highlight the latest developments in infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, and the digital economy in mainland China.

The 10th Belt and Road Summitis supported by a wide range of partners, including China International Capital Corporation Limited as Strategic Partner, and Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited as the Banking Partner. Other supporters include The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited as the Global Connectivity Partner, Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited as Cross-border Business Partner, Huatai Securities Co., Ltd. as Innovative Finance Partner, as well as China Mobile International Limited, China Telecom Global Limited and China Unicom Global Limited as Platinum Sponsors.

The 10thBelt and Road Summit

Date

10 – 11 September 2025 (Wednesday – Thursday)

Venue

Hall 5B-E, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

Websites

Belt and Road Summit:https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en

Programme:https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en/programme

Speaker List:https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en/speaker

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The 10thBelt and Road Summit, co-organised by the HKSAR Government and the HKTDC, opened today. This year marks the 10thedition of the Summit, themedCollaborate for Change • Shape a Shared Future. The event gathered over 90 key government officials and business leaders from 16 Belt and Road countries and regions, aiming to explore new opportunities for collaboration and create a win-win future



John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, delivered the opening remarks during theOpening Session



Professor Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, delivered welcome remarks during theOpening Session



Yan Dong, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, gave a special address during theOpening Session



Li Zhen, Vice Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, gave a special address during theOpening Session



Xiao Weiming, Deputy Secretary General of the National Development and Reform Commission of the People's Republic of China, gave a special address during theOpening Session



Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice Chairman of the Council for the Development of Cambodia, delivered a keynote address during theOpening Session



ThePolicy DialoguethemedEmbracing Emerging Opportunities in Times of Economic Uncertainty,hosted byAlgernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR, featured key government officials from Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Uzbekistan, discussing the latest Belt and Road policies and opportunities for multilateral cooperation



TheBusiness PlenarythemedASEAN: Unveiling New Opportunities for Growth and Collaborationexplored the latest developments and collaborative opportunities in key sectors, including infrastructure, financial investment, digital economy and green energy within the ASEAN region



TheKeynote Luncheon,under the theme ofFostering Regional Cooperation through Concrete Business Partnerships, featured a welcome address byPaul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR, opening remarks byChen Liang, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of China International Capital Corporation Limited, and a keynote speech byRenat Bekturov, Governor, Astana International Financial Center (AIFC).



TheCocktail Receptionincluded special remarks fromAlgernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR, a welcome address byProfessor Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, and opening remarks fromSun Yu, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive of Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited

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About HKTDC

TheHong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50officesglobally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organisesinternational exhibitions,conferencesandbusiness missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets.

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