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Hong Kong is a leading global financial centre with liquid capital markets, a fully convertible currency (the Hong Kong Dollar) and the free flows of goods, information and people. It is consistently ranked among the world’s leaders in terms of stock market capitalisation, IPO fund-raising, asset management, banking and insurance.

Located at the heart of Asia,Hong Kong is fully plugged into the round-the-clock global financial trading cycle, providing sure and seamless connectivity with major financial hubs in Europe and North America as well as the Middle East and across Asia, including Mainland China.

As China’s global financial hub, Hong Kong is well-established as the largest offshore Renminbi business centre and a vanguard for the ongoing internationalisation of the Renminbi and cross-boundary financial connectivity through various Stock Connect and Bond Connect schemes.

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Last revision date: Mar 4, 2019

Press Releases

May 12, 2021FS assures Canadian political and business community on Hong Kong's edge and competitiveness as international financial centre
Apr 27, 2021Alliance for Green Commercial Banks hosts first roundtable on green finance
Apr 20, 2021CE attends Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2021
Mar 25, 2021InvestHK organises hybrid symposium and business executive dinner in Shanghai to promote Hong Kong's financial advantages and business opportunities
Mar 24, 2021SFST promotes Hong Kong's strengths in financial services to Indonesian business community
Mar 17, 2021Hong Kong rises one place in Global Financial Centres Index
Mar 4, 2021Hong Kong's Finance Story: Our strengths as a comprehensive international financial centre highlighted to business community in Singapore
Feb 23, 2021Fintech Co-operation between the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates
Feb 23, 2021Joint statement on Multiple Central Bank Digital Currency (m-CBDC) Bridge Project
Feb 8, 2021Extension of Banking Talent Programme
Feb 3, 2021LCQ8: Assistance provided to the financial services industry
Jan 21, 2021Speech by FS at ETNet FinTech Awards 2020 (Traditional Chinese only)
Jan 20, 2021Speech by FS at HKVCA Asia Private Equity Forum 2021
Jan 19, 2021Speech by FS at 14th Asian Financial Forum
Jan 18, 2021Speech by CE at 14th Asian Financial Forum
Dec 31, 2020Hong Kong-Serbia tax treaty in force
Dec 17, 2020Gov't welcomes launch of Green and Sustainable Finance Strategic Plan
Dec 17, 2020Green and Sustainable Finance Strategic Plan launched
Dec 15, 2020IFC and HKMA showcase best practices in sustainable business and climate finance at IFC Climate Business Webinar
Nov 25, 2020CE unveils measures to inject impetus into Hong Kong's economy
Nov 24, 2020Report on "The Green Bond Market in Hong Kong: Developing a Robust Ecosystem for Sustainable Growth"
Nov 23, 2020Speech by FS at Our Hong Kong Foundation Insight Forum (Traditional Chinese only)
Nov 17, 202025th Executives' Meeting of East Asia-Pacific Central Banks Governors' Meeting (Part II) held
Nov 11, 2020Hong Kong FinTech Week 2020 attracts over 1.2 million viewers, sets agenda for year ahead
Nov 10, 2020Speech by FS at PWMA Virtual Wealth Management Week 2020
Nov 9, 2020International Finance Corporation and Hong Kong Monetary Authority launch new alliance to address climate change
Nov 5, 2020Speech by FS at 2020 Hong Kong Green Finance Association Annual Forum "Financing a Green and Inclusive Recovery"
Nov 3, 2020Fourth Hong Kong-Switzerland Financial Dialogue
Nov 3, 2020HKMA developed two-year roadmap to promote Regtech adoption
Nov 2, 2020Hong Kong Fintech Week 2020
Oct 29, 2020Preview of Hong Kong FinTech Week 2020
Oct 21, 2020Hong Kong FinTech Week 2020 to humanise fintech and drive growth
Aug 24, 2020HKMA to chair EMEAP Working Group on Financial Markets for another two years
Aug 19, 202025th Executives' Meeting of East Asia-Pacific Central Banks Governors' Meeting (Part I) held
Aug 10, 2020InvestHK unveils Global Fast Track Programme to boost fintech development with Hong Kong's proven market resilience and fintech opportunities
Aug 3, 2020TechChallenge - Digitising Trade Finance
Jul 25, 2020"Change and Continuity" webinar co-hosted by Toronto ETO and HKCBA
Jun 29, 2020Gov't welcomes decision to launch cross-boundary wealth management connect pilot scheme
Jun 29, 2020HKMA welcomes Wealth Management Connect
Jun 10, 2020FS congratulates Mr Ashley Alder on his re-appointment as Chair of Board of International Organization of Securities Commissions
Jun 4, 2020HKMA and banking industry launch Banking Talent Programme
Jun 1, 2020FS: no change to currency peg
May 27, 2020HKEX and MSCI's partnership to launch key index futures and options contracts in HK
May 20, 2020"Fintech Adoption and Innovation in the Hong Kong Banking Industry" report published
May 14, 2020Government welcomes HKQAA's Green Finance Certification Scheme - ESG Fund
May 6, 2020LCQ11: Declining competitiveness of Hong Kong
Mar 10, 2020US stock market monitored: FS
Mar 4, 2020HKMA's response to US Fed's rate cut
Feb 26, 2020FS uses budget to promote economic diversification, boost pillar industries and foster talent
Jan 17, 2020Speech by FS at Fintech Awards 2019 (In Chinese only)
Jan 16, 2020Chief Executive to attend World Economic Forum
Jan 15, 2020Speech by FS at Asia Private Equity Forum 2020
Jan 13, 2020Asian Financial Forum explores redefinition of growth through innovation and breakthrough
Jan 13, 2020CE meets guest speakers of Asian Financial Forum
Jan 13, 2020Speech by CE at 13th Asian Financial Forum
Dec 30, 2019IMF acknowledges Hong Kong's robust policy frameworks and ample buffers for addressing economic challenges and safeguarding financial stability
Dec 4, 2019IMF commends resilience of Hong Kong's financial system
Nov 19, 2019"Belt and Road: Hong Kong-IN" Sharing Session on Financial Services and Business Growth held today
Nov 13, 2019Third Hong Kong-Switzerland Financial Dialogue
Nov 12, 2019Hong Kong Fintech Week spotlights digital asset regulation, virtual banking, future technologies and FintechHK Global Competition final
Nov 6, 2019Speech by FS at opening of Hong Kong Fintech Week 2019
Nov 6, 2019Hong Kong FinTech Week 2019
Nov 5, 2019Speech by FS at the celebration of 70th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China and 3rd Belt and Road (Hong Kong) Summit (Traditional Chinese)
Nov 1, 2019FS concludes visit in London
Oct 31, 2019Speech by FS at Hong Kong Dinner, London 2019 organised by HKTDC in London
Oct 31, 2019FS in London fosters HK-UK collaboration in green finance and wealth management
Oct 29, 2019FS leads delegation to promote financial innovation ties in London
Oct 20, 2019FS concludes visit to US
Oct 19, 2019FS attends Annual Meetings of IMF and World Bank Group in Washington, DC
Oct 18, 2019FS in Washington, DC, to update US sectors on Hong Kong's latest developments
Oct 17, 2019FS promotes Hong Kong financial services to US banking and business sectors in New York
Oct 16, 2019Acting FS responds to "The Chief Executive's 2019 Policy Address"
Oct 2, 2019Linked exchange rate regime remains unchanged
Sep 26, 2019Speech by Acting SFST at Hong Kong Institute of Bankers Annual Banking Conference 2019
Sep 25, 2019Government welcomes HKQAA's Green Finance Certification Scheme - Green Fund
Sep 25, 2019SFST promotes Hong Kong's Fintech development in Sweden
Sep 24, 2019SFST starts visit to Sweden to promote financial collaboration
Sep 18, 2019HKMA and BIS sign Operational Agreement on BIS Innovation Hub Centre in Hong Kong
Aug 15, 2019Measures to aid enterprises
Aug 15, 2019Transcript of remarks by FS at press conference on latest economic situation and measures to support enterprises and residents
Aug 15, 2019FS announces measures to support enterprises and residents
Aug 7, 2019Financial Secretary’s transcript on latest economic data
Aug 1, 2019Adjustment of the Base Rate
Jul 25, 2019Remarks by Chief Executive (designate) of HKMA at media session
Jul 25, 2019Appointment of Chief Executive of Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Jul 9, 2019Monetary Authority Announces Countercyclical Capital Buffer for Hong Kong
Jun 30, 2019HKMA welcomes setting up of a BIS Innovation Hub Centre in Hong Kong
Jun 26, 2019Speech by FS at Hong Kong Academy of Finance Inauguration Ceremony cum Fellowship Conferment
Jun 17, 2019Ministry of Finance issues Renminbi Sovereign Bonds through Central Moneymarkets Unit of Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Jun 13, 2019SCED reaffirms Hong Kong's support for free trade and multilateral trading system on US visit
Jun 8, 2019FS continues to join St Petersburg International Economic Forum in Russia
Jun 7, 2019FS attends St Petersburg International Economic Forum and Russian Direct Investment Fund events in Russia
May 30, 2019Speech by SFST at 18th Hong Kong Venture Capital and Private Equity Association China Private Equity Summit
May 7, 2019HKMA introduces key measures on sustainable banking and green finance
May 2, 2019SFST meets with Asian Development Bank senior personnel in Fiji
Apr 16, 2019Speech by FS at FinTech Forum of Internet Economy Summit 2019
Apr 12, 2019IFC and HKMA strengthen commitment to green and sustainable finance through groundbreaking agreements
Apr 9, 2019SFST's speech on financial services at LegCo Finance Committee special meeting
Mar 27, 2019Granting of virtual banking licences
Mar 25, 2019CE attends China Development Forum 2019 in Beijing
Mar 25, 2019Speech by Acting CE at Green Finance Certification Scheme Presentation Ceremony cum Forum 2019
Mar 25, 2019Speech by CE at China Development Forum 2019 in Beijing
Mar 20, 2019HKMA welcomes a Hong Kong bank launching remote onboarding service for opening Mainland bank accounts
Mar 13, 2019Government welcomes EU's removal of Hong Kong from watchlist on tax co-operation
Mar 7, 2019Speech by FS at Alternative Investment Management Association's APAC Annual Forum 2019
Feb 27, 2019FS uses Budget to help diversify economy, promote innovation and technology
Feb 25, 2019HKMA hosts the launch of the CBI Hong Kong Green Bond Market Briefing Report
Feb 21, 2019HKEX Establishes International Advisory Council
Feb 13, 2019SFST forges financial co-operation between Hong Kong and Ireland
Jan 25, 2019IMF commends Hong Kong's strong buffers and prudent policy frameworks for ensuring continued stability
Jan 25, 2019FS meets senior overseas financial officials in Davos, Switzerland
Jan 24, 2019 SCED meets with trade ministers and business leaders in Davos
Jan 23, 2019CE attends World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Switzerland
Jan 23, 2019FS joins international fora in Davos, Switzerland
Jan 22, 2019CE meets government officials and business community in Zurich
Jan 15, 2019HKMA, Research Bureau of PBoC and HKGFA jointly hold Green Finance in Action study tour
Jan 14, 2019Speech by FS at Asian Financial Forum 2019 keynote luncheon
Jan 14, 2019Speech by CE at Asian Financial Forum 2019
Jan 14, 2019Asian Financial Forum promotes sustainable growth and inclusive future
Dec 14, 2018Agreement on Trade in Goods signed under framework of CEPA
Dec 12, 2018IMF commends Hong Kong's strong buffers and robust policy frameworks despite increasing global risks
Oct 31, 2018Launch of eTradeConnect and collaboration with we.trade
Oct 22, 2018HKSAR Government and AIIB sign Special Fund Contribution Agreement
Oct 10, 2018FSDC welcomes Policy Address