What is the pillar industry of Hong Kong economy?

The financial industry is the most important traditional economic pillar in Hong Kong-financial services; The financial services industry shoulders the heavy responsibility of promoting the development of Hong Kong into a knowledge-based economy.

The service industry contributes more than 80% to Hong Kong's GDP every year. Among them, real estate, finance, import and export trade and tourism are also called the four leading industries of Hong Kong's economy.

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Hong Kong is a highly prosperous international metropolis. The whole territory consists of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon Peninsula and New Territories, with a total land area of 1 106.34 square kilometers. By the end of 2065,438+07, the total population is about 7,409,800, and the population density ranks third in the world.

Hongkong has been the territory of China since ancient times. During the period of 1842- 1997, Hong Kong was once a British colony. After World War II, Hong Kong's economy and society developed rapidly. It is not only known as one of the "Four Little Dragons in Asia", but also one of the richest, most developed and highest living standards in the world. 1 July 19971day, People's Republic of China (PRC) officially resumed the exercise of sovereignty over Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region was established. The central government has complete power over Hong Kong, which maintains its original capitalist system and way of life and enjoys a high degree of autonomy in all matters except foreign affairs and national defense. "One country, two systems", "Hong Kong people ruling Hong Kong" and a high degree of autonomy are the basic national policies of the China government.

Hong Kong is the third largest financial center in the world and an important international financial, trade and shipping center. It is also called "Newland Port" with new york and London. It is the freest economy and one of the most competitive cities in the world, enjoying a high reputation in the world and being rated as the first-tier city in the world by GaWC.

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Hong kong _ Baidu encyclopedia