[Paul Chan: Hong Kong Stablecoins Emphasize Protecting Investor and Financial System Stability] According to a report by Aastocks via Golden Finance, Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan stated at the Belt and Road Summit that artificial intelligence is a key driver of digital innovation. Hong Kong has identified AI development as a policy priority and is accelerating efforts in building related data, capital, and talent infrastructure. Paul Chan also pointed out that Hong Kong has introduced a licensing regime for virtual asset exchanges and stablecoins, emphasizing a prudent and risk-based approach to safeguard the stability of investors and the financial system.