Overseas alumni from Imperial College London and the University of Hong Kong gathered in Shanghai's Changning district on Feb 7 for a forum on the global economic outlook and financial industry development, highlighting the district's growing appeal as a hub for investment and innovation.

The event brought together senior financiers, investors, and entrepreneurs to exchange views on global market trends and explore opportunities in financial technology, capital cooperation, and project matchmaking.

Changning officials presented the district's latest investment policies and business environment, highlighting opportunities linked to industrial upgrading, improved services, and talent support. Authorities also introduced talent programs aimed at attracting international professionals and supporting innovation-driven startups.

Speakers from Deutsche Bank (China), Prominence Investment, and the Bank of East Asia shared insights on global investment strategies, while a roundtable discussion explored the future of digital currencies, from regulatory, technological, and investment perspectives.

Organizers said the forum strengthened ties between overseas alumni networks and the district, and is expected to support Changning's efforts to expand financial resources and develop emerging investment sectors.

Source: WeChat account of Changning district information office "shchangning"