What they say

Zhan Qimin, Shenzhen Bay Laboratory director and academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering

All of the staff members of Shenzhen Bay Laboratory were deeply inspired by President Xi Jinping's speech, and we will remain committed to serving our country with science. As a high-level scientific research institution with the goal of building a world-famous laboratory, our lab has always kept its original aspirations and mission in mind. To promote the health of our nation, we will undertake key scientific research and become a trailblazer in the field of bioscience.

Wang Dan, chief economist of Hang Seng Bank China

The Chinese government's attitude to the opening-up of the financial sector is clear-cut, as it hopes to attract foreign investment. Shenzhen will demonstrate how China will promote the research and development of its key technology. The government has realized that issues related to innovation cannot be solved by simply giving subsidies. Shenzhen, which is at the forefront of science and technology and is a core city of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, will lead the country's second round of reform and opening-up.

Wei Bo, founder of Laihua Video in Qianhai, Shenzhen

It was good to hear that President Xi Jinping stressed that Shenzhen should firmly adhere to implementing a new development concept, pay great attention to developing the digital economy and promote the development of the design industry.

Liu Shijin, deputy director of the Economic Affairs Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee

It is expected that Shenzhen could explore more good practices and accumulate experience in building a pilot demonstration area of socialism with Chinese characteristics, and also drive the country's high-quality economic development.