HKEX: Welcomes multiple market reform measures in the budget and continues to work with the government to enhance the competitiveness of the financial center

The Chairman of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (00388.HK), Paul Chan, stated that the exchange welcomes several measures proposed by the Financial Secretary in the 2026-27 Government Budget, which cover market reforms in both the primary and secondary markets as well as various asset classes. These reforms will further consolidate Hong Kong's position as a leading global international financial center and highlight the SAR government's commitment to enhancing the long-term competitiveness, resilience, and global influence of Hong Kong's financial markets. He expressed gratitude for the ongoing support from the SAR government and looks forward to continuing collaboration with the government and all stakeholders to promote the sustainable development of Hong Kong as an international financial center.

The Group CEO of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited, Charles Li, stated that as a core infrastructure of the Asian financial market, the exchange is committed to consolidating Hong Kong's important position as an international financial center through strategies such as deepening market connectivity, building a diversified asset ecosystem, and enhancing market resilience and efficiency. The exchange welcomes the various measures proposed by the Financial Secretary today in the Budget and looks forward to closely collaborating with the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission and market participants to continuously drive product innovation, lead discussions on market reforms, and further enhance the attractiveness of Hong Kong's capital markets, creating greater opportunities for issuers, investors, Hong Kong society, and the global financial market