
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has expressed strong interest in co-investing in infrastructure projects within Hong Kong's Northern Metropolis development.
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The government plans to turn 30,000 hectares of land bordering mainland China into a technology and housing hub known as Northern Metropolis.
“Speaking of AIIB, they are very interested in infrastructure development in Northern Metropolis, as this is their own expertise,” Chan said on a radio show, referring to the government’s plan to turn 30,000 hectares of land bordering mainland China into a technology and housing hub.
“They told us that … if there are any Northern Metropolis projects open for co-investment, [they will be] very interested. When there are any specific projects, we will explore ways for cooperation.”
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Officials will explore cooperation ways for specific projects.
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