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Today marks the fifth day of the Chinese New Year. May the New Year bring you good health, boundless success, endless joy, and a steady stream of good fortune! This year’s celebrations in Hong Kong have been particularly spirited, with dazzling Chinese New Year decorations illuminating different corners of the city, from bustling streets and shopping malls to both sides of Victoria Harbour. These vibrant displays served as a stunning backdrop to the spectacular Chinese New Year Parade on the first day of the New Year, and the mesmerising fireworks show on the second night. Both locals and visitors alike excitedly shared their experiences and photos, creating an atmosphere brimming with warmth and energy.

Last week, I attended the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland. Over the course of a week, political and business leaders from around the world gathered in this Swiss town to discuss emerging global trends, the evolving international political and economic landscape, and critical issues shaping the future of humanity.

Leveraging its institutional strengths under the "one country, two systems" framework and its geographical advantages, Hong Kong has consistently served as a platform that brings together international capital, talent and information. Events like last November's Global Financial Leaders' Investment Summit, and the Asian Financial Forum (AFF) concluded just last week, underscored Hong Kong's vital role and functions as an international platform.