Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning recently stated at a regular press conference that as of the end of 2024, the total number of mainland and overseas companies stationed in Hong Kong and the number of local startups in Hong Kong have both reached new highs. Welcome enterprises from all over the world to invest and develop in Hong Kong, and share the dividends of Hong Kong's development and 'One Country, Two Systems'. Mao Ning stated that in 2024, with strong support from the central government, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government will take on responsibilities, be pragmatic and enterprising, focus on economic development, strengthen external exchanges and cooperation, and continuously consolidate the good situation of stable development in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been awarded the title of the world's freest economy, and its ranking as an international financial center has risen to third in the world. Its asset management scale exceeds 4 trillion US dollars. Throughout the year, there were 44 million visitors to Hong Kong, a year-on-year increase of over 30%. Attract approximately 170000 people to Hong Kong through talent programs. As of the end of 2024, the total number of mainland and overseas companies stationed in Hong Kong is close to 10000, and there are nearly 4700 local start-ups in Hong Kong, both of which have reached new highs. We are full of confidence in achieving better development in Hong Kong. Welcome enterprises from all over the world to invest and develop in Hong Kong, and share the dividends of Hong Kong's development and 'One Country, Two Systems' Mao Ning said. (New Society)