Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan said on Sunday that hosting the recently concluded APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting was of great significance to Hong Kong. The meeting allowed participants to personally understand Hong Kong's role as a bridge connecting mainland China with the world, bringing cooperation and market opportunities for Hong Kong's professional services industry. Chan emphasized that APEC member economies find it difficult to reach consensus due to differing political stances, development stages, and needs. Hong Kong will strive to seek common ground while reserving differences and maximize space for cooperation.