（原标题：SFC Markets and Finance | Steve Brice: GBA’s tech innovation fuels long-term growth in China）

南方财经全媒体记者 李依农 深圳报道

The Guangdong High-Quality Development Conference kicked off on February 18, 2024, signaling not only the province's but potentially China's leap into the future of high-quality economic development.

In an exclusive interview with SFC, Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer at Standard Chartered Bank, shares his optimistic outlook towards the Greater Bay Area, particularly Guangdong. Brice emphasizes the crucial role of this region in driving various aspects of the technology chain, encompassing hardware, software, technological services, and financial services.

He also highlights its significance to the success of the Chinese economy, noting significant progress already made with several companies evolving into major enterprises, with more expected to follow suit. Brice views the Greater Bay Area as a key driver for long-term economic growth and stock market value.