Editor’s note: In 2023, Hong Kong opened up for business once again. The economy got stronger, talent flooded back, and capital poured in. The city’s streets now teem with people from around the world and the message is clear for all to see: Hong Kong is back and means business. China Daily took a look at the city’s inspirational recovery as a year-end review.

Data collected by Dong Kai, Hu YuyanSource: HKSAR government, Hong Kong Legislative Council, Hong Kong Tourism Board, The People’s Bank of China Guangdong Provincial Branch