There are many similar movements. Take, for example, shenzhen's new social experiment. Some think it is to merge with Hong Kong to become a new international financial center and research and development center. International capital can enjoy both the financial freedom they are familiar with and the security of the Chinese government. There is a financial firewall between the rest of China and Shenzhen. China is really running the two systems in parallel.It was rumoured that the Hainan pilot free trade zone was set up in order to be a future playground for Jewish elites fleeing away from America in case of something ultimately going irreparable over there.
Of course, they have to be non-political. China creates a safe and free harbor for businesses that only want to make money.