Business & Finance
CE tours Swedish innovation sites
(May 14, 2014)
On day two of his visit to Stockholm, Chief Executive CY Leung visited two landmarks renowned for promoting innovative technology developments.On a tour of Kista Science City, where companies, researchers and students collaborate – particularly in developing information and communications technology – Mr Leung signed the city’s memorial wall.
At the Stockholm Royal Seaport, an arena for innovation, learning and collaboration on sustainable urban development which aims to be fossil-fuel-free by 2030, he learned how it is adapting to meet climate-change challenges.
Stockholm Mayor Sten Nordin met with Mr Leung and took him on a tour of Stockholm City Hall.
Mr Leung also called on Chinese Ambassador Chen Yuming, met with Sveriges Riksbank (Sweden's Central Bank) Governor Stefan Ingves, and attended a Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences roundtable dinner.
Leaving a mark:
Chief Executive CY Leung (left) signs the Kista Science City memorial wall.
Friends abroad:
Mr Leung (left) calls on China's Ambassador to Sweden Chen Yuming (right).
Heart of the city:
Mr Leung (second right) tours Stockholm City Hall.
Money matters:
Mr Leung (left) meets Sveriges Riksbank's Governor Stefan Ingves.
Talking shop:
Mr Leung (middle) attends a Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences roundtable dinner.
