The World Trade Organizations latest "Global Trade Outlook and Statistics" report shows that Hong Kong climbed to become the worlds fifth-largest merchandise trading economy in 2025, rising two places from the previous year. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) said the WTO report fully demonstrates the strong resilience of Hong Kongs merchandise trade. Last year, the citys total trade value maintained steady growth, further consolidating Hong Kongs position as an international trade center. Hong Kongs achievement was attributed to its institutional strengths under "One Country, Two Systems" and its free and open business environment.The HKTDC added that it will continue to leverage Hong Kongs unique advantage of being "backed by the motherland and connected to the world" through its network of 51 offices worldwide. It will strive to promote Hong Kongs role as a two-way global investment and business hub, and create more opportunities for enterprises to expand into Mainland and global markets by organizing international exhibitions, conferences and business delegations.(ha/u)
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