Hang Seng Bank ("Hang Seng") welcomes Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan and 2026 Policy Address delivered by the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. As Hong Kong's leading local bank, Hang Seng supports the Government's focus on strengthening competitiveness and reinforcing Hong Kong's role as an international financial centre, while supporting the community across generations. The initiatives set out are aligned with Hang Seng's commitment to enable local businesses and our generations of customers in realising their ambitions — including measures to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs), develop a commodity trading ecosystem, expand the Connect Schemes and accelerate the development of the Northern Metropolis. Luanne Lim, Executive Director and Chief Executive of Hang Seng Bank, said: "Hong Kong grows when businesses have confidence to invest and people can seize new opportunities to grow. The Five-Year Plan and Policy Address set out practical measures to support the economy, while also reinforcing social development for the community. Hang Seng welcomes these initiatives and will work closely with the Government, regulators and the wider business community to deliver real-economy impact. Through our SME Power Up Fund and leading digital banking platform, we help businesses improve cash flow and invest for growth. Leveraging our heritage in gold and comprehensive product suite, we are well-positioned to contribute to the broader commodities ecosystem, while also backing businesses, talent and communities in the Northern Metropolis – supporting Hong Kong's long-term role as an international financial centre. Intergenerational prosperity is at the heart of sustainable social development. In line with the strategic initiatives set out in the Five-Year Plan and the Policy Address on youth development, ageing-related challenges and family support, Hang Seng will empower different generations through comprehensive financial services — including supporting young people's development, deepening the silver economy and retirement protection and strengthening family wealth management. Re-disseminated by The Asian Banker
