**Boosting China-India ties: A key to Hong Kong's future growth** As we step into the 21st century, the world is witnessing a significant shift in global politics. By 2050, the world's three largest economies are likely to be China, India, and the United States. According to a report by PricewaterhouseCoopers, the US will have the highest per capita income but the smallest population. Meanwhile, China and India will continue to grow in economic and demographic strength. The Sino-Indian relationship is set to become the most geopolitically significant in the world, surpassing even the complex China-US cooperative rivalry. Both countries have complementary strengths. China excels in advanced manufacturing, while India has positioned itself as a global service hub, particularly in software, digital, and high-end professional services. China is investing in its population, while India has a demographic dividend that positions it as the world's largest exporter of young and capable workers. With their shared history, culture, and values, China and India can become co-beneficiaries and co-architects of a new world order that is no longer dominated by a single power. In recent times, India's ambassador to China, Pradeep Kumar Rawat, visited Hong Kong, unveiling a statue of Mahatma Gandhi at the India Club and meeting Macau Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai. These visits are a promising sign of how senior Indian diplomats view the two Chinese special administrative regions. For Hong Kong to live up to its reputation as China's most international and outward-looking city, it must leverage its assets to contribute meaningfully to the Sino-Indian partnership. The city's common law system and bilingualism make it highly compatible with both China and India, creating opportunities for trade, investment, and cultural exchange. As Hong Kong develops its five-year plan, boosting China-India ties should be a key pillar. With its unique strengths and location, Hong Kong can play a crucial role in fostering closer ties between China and India, promoting economic cooperation, and deepening cultural understanding. By doing so, Hong Kong can solidify its position as a major player in the region and contribute to a more multipolar world order.