Opinion | How markets will test Hong Kong’s new economic model
- Posted on April 19, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Hong Kong's emerging economic strategy relies heavily on industrial policy initiatives to drive growth and competitiveness. However, experts warn that government guidance alone cannot guarantee success in global markets. The territory must develop authentic competitive advantages rooted in innovation, talent, and strategic positioning to sustain long-term economic development and attract international investment in an increasingly competitive Asian landscape.
Opinion | How markets will test Hong Kong’s new economic model
Industrial policy can guide and catalyse but it cannot substitute for a genuine competitive advantage.
