The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, said, “Even though geopolitics and the global economic and trade landscape are evolving, Hong Kong has been proactively demonstrating its incomparably unique advantages under the ‘one country, two systems’ principle, as the best two-way springboard for overseas enterprises to tap into the vast Chinese Mainland market and for Chinese Mainland enterprises to go global. Together with the wide array of the latest initiatives to promote economic development, including the establishment of the Task Force on Supporting Mainland Enterprises in Going Global (GoGlobal Task Force), the formulation of preferential policy packages, the accelerated development of the Northern Metropolis, etc, Hong Kong's advantages will continue to strengthen, thereby accelerating the injection of new impetus to our economy and providing more opportunities for both Chinese Mainland and overseas companies based in Hong Kong.”
Analysed by the location of parent company, in 2025, the Chinese Mainland was ranked first. To better support these enterprises in their global expansion, the GoGlobal Task Force, led by the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, was launched on 6 October 2025. InvestHK coordinates and supports the work of the GoGlobal Task Force, providing free and comprehensive assistance to businesses, including capital facilitation, partner matching, and talent and market expansion services.
Driving Momentum: Hong Kong’s Startup Ecosystem Soars to New Heights in 2025
Hong Kong’s startup ecosystem surged to a record high in 2025, with 5,221 startups employing nearly 20,000 staff. FinTech remains the leading sector, followed by information, computer & technology and biotechnology. Despite ongoing challenges, the ecosystem continues to broaden its reach, showcasing resilience and sustained momentum.
Read more: 2025 Annual Survey of Companies in Hong Kong with Parent Companies Located outside Hong Kong
Read more: 2025 Startup Survey
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