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Zhuhai has launched the "2025 Zhuhai Implementation Guidelines for Fiscal Subsidy Applications under the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Individual Income Tax Incentive Policy". Eligible overseas high-end talents may claim rebates for the portion of their 2023-2024 individual income tax exceeding 15%, with a maximum subsidy cap of 5 million yuan. The application deadline is September 30.

Guangzhou Nanzhuo Data leverages Hong Kong's international advantages to establish presence at Cyberport, expands into Southeast Asia's AI computing market through HKTDC's T-box platform, and secures patents with ESG awards.

On August 19, the General Office of the Guangdong Provincial Government officially released the "Several Policy Measures for Promoting High-Quality Development of Commercial Aerospace in Guangdong Province (2025-2028)". The policy document covers 21 specific measures across seven major areas, targeting core segments such as satellite constellations and rocket development, with explicit provisions for annual subsidies of up to 10 million yuan per enterprise.

The Department of Industry and Information Technology of Guangdong Province, in conjunction with the Provincial Department of Finance, has jointly issued the "Implementation Rules for Fund Management in Support of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Industry Innovation Development." The policy proposes fiscal fund support for key projects, with a maximum award of 50 million yuan per project. These Implementation Rules will take effect on September 1, 2025, and remain valid until the end of 2027

Hong Kong SAR Government's Labour and Welfare Bureau announced the renewal statistics for the Top Talent Pass Scheme ("TTPS") visas. As of July 31, the first batch of 13,678 TTPS participants had reached their stay expiration date, with a renewal application rate of about 54%. More than half (53%) of the approved renewals were granted to talents aged 40 or below.

The London Metal Exchange (LME) Hong Kong Delivery Warehouse was inaugurated on August 19. Hong Kong SAR Government Financial Secretary Paul Chan stated that Hong Kong's integration into LME's delivery network marks a significant step in building a commodity trading ecosystem. The SAR government has established a dedicated task force to review all aspects related to gold trading, with relevant proposals to be announced within this year to advance Hong Kong's development as an international gold

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) CEO Bonnie Y Chan revealed on August 20 that the exchange is studying the possibility of extending trading hours, including assessing the feasibility of implementing a "24-hour trading mechanism." HKEX's technical system will be capable of supporting a T+1 settlement cycle by the end of this year, but the market implementation of T+1 settlement requires consultation with multiple market participants.

China's market and industry regulators on July 9 unveiled a 2025-2030 action plan to boost metrology support for developing new quality productive forces. Focusing on key sectors like AI and new energy, the plan promotes metrology-tech integration and critical measurement breakthroughs to drive industrial upgrading.

Guangdong has introduced a headquarters incentive program (2025-2027) offering tiered rewards to multinational corporations establishing regional HQs in the province. The policy targets China/Asia-Pacific/global division HQs to boost foreign investment and develop higher-value headquarters economy.

Dongguan has announced a 120-million-yuan support package to boost its trendy toy and animation industries. The new measures, unveiled at an industry promotion conference, will fund ecosystem development, market expansion, content creation and resource guarantees, reinforcing the city's position as China's trendy toy capital.

Zhuhai's "Youth Talent Station" offers job seekers (including HK/Macao youth) 15-day free stays with career services. The housing+employment program, run by city authorities, enhances Zhuhai's appeal as a Greater Bay Area youth hub.

On August 11, Guangzhou released an implementation plan with 88 measures to advance financial support for Nansha’s development, aligning with the 'Nansha Financial 30 Measures.' The plan aims to strengthen financial backing for Nansha’s construction and enhance its role as a key driver of high-quality development in the Greater Bay Area.

On August 12, Guangdong High People's Court and Guangdong Provincial Department of Justice jointly launched the Greater Bay Area Cross-border Commercial One-stop Dispute Resolution Platform. It integrates mediation, arbitration and litigation to provide 'one-stop' commercial dispute resolution services, helping establish the GBA as an international commercial dispute resolution hub.

Guangdong now offers interest subsidies on loans for manufacturing and high-tech firms, covering factory construction, equipment purchases, and R&D, with annual subsidies up to RMB20 million per firm.

Nansha has eased requirements for its HK and Macao youth entrepreneurship and employment subsidies, allowing biannual applications and faster approval within 23 working days.