Former HKEX CEO Charles Li on HK Handover Anniversary and Politics

The transcript discusses the economic and political landscape of China and Hong Kong, focusing on the challenges and opportunities in the financial markets. It highlights the impact of geopolitical tensions, pandemic policies, and leadership changes on investment sentiment and market activities. The discussion also covers the future vision for Hong Kong as a diverse financial center and the need for confidence and stability in the region.

What is the speaker's long-term view on China's economic position?

• Pessimistic due to geopolitical tensions

• Concerned about US monetary policy

• Optimistic despite short-term challenges

• Neutral with no clear stance

What role did the speaker play at the Hong Kong exchange?

• A policy maker

• A market regulator

• A bridge between East and West

• A financial analyst

How has the pandemic affected financial markets according to the speaker?

• Markets operate smoothly despite challenges

• Markets have completely shut down

• Markets are unaffected by the pandemic

• Markets have seen unprecedented growth

What is the speaker's expectation regarding quarantine measures in Hong Kong?

• They will be reduced gradually

• They will be eliminated immediately

• They will become stricter

• They will remain the same

What is the speaker's view on Hong Kong's future as a financial center?

• It should reduce its financial activities

• It should diversify into various financial sectors

• It should focus solely on equity markets

• It should become a technology hub only

What is a key characteristic of Hong Kong's political system?

• Two countries, one system

• One country, one system

• Two countries, two systems

• One country, two systems

What does the speaker believe is crucial for Hong Kong's leaders to project?

• Fear

• Confidence

• Indifference

• Uncertainty