Asian Financial Forum opens
Jan 18, 2021 - Hong Kong’s fundamentals remain strong amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, said Chief Executive Carrie Lam. Delivering the opening address at the 14th Asian Financial Forum, Mrs Lam said, “Hong Kong’s financial system has demonstrated its strengths and resilience. Our financial markets continue to operate orderly, and that includes the Linked Exchange Rate System.” With its unique advantages as the international financial center of China and one of the world’s major financial cities, Hong Kong will continue to see enormous opportunities when the pandemic is over, she added. Chairing a plenary session during the forum, Secretary for Financial Services & the Treasury Christopher Hui shared insights on the role of the financial services sector in contributing to the bolstering of economic recovery and the opportunities for financial services in the new economic landscape. The two-day forum also featured various sessions including the Fintech Showcase, FintechHK Start-up Salon, InnoVenture Salon, Deal Flow Matchmaking Session and Fireside Chat in a virtual format. More than 5,000 policymakers, financial experts, business leaders, economists, investors and entrepreneurs attended the event, co-organized by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council. Details here. |