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On 24 June 2025, the Department of Justice, Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau and InvestHK organised a networking luncheon in Guangzhou to promote Hong Kong as an international financial centre, emphasising its common law system and internationalised professional services to reinforce its unique role in bridging local and international markets.
Deputy Secretary for Justice Dr Horace Cheung led a delegation of around 60 Hong Kong’s finance and legal representatives to join the event in Guangzhou, including Vice-President Mr Christopher Yu, Council Member Mr Vincent Tso, Chairman of the Intellectual Property (“IP”) Committee Professor Kenny Wong, as well as member of IP Committee Ms Annie Tsoi.
The networking luncheon was held under the title “Hong Kong’s Professional Sector Helps Mainland Enterprises to ‘Go Global’”, where Hong Kong’s financial and legal services were introduced to Mainland enterprises looking to “go global” by expanding into overseas markets, which could help them effectively manage international operations and mitigate risks.
Vice-President Mr Christopher Yu was invited to speak on common legal issues in cross-border financing at the luncheon. He highlighted that early collaboration between Mainland and Hong Kong legal professions helps mitigate risk and navigate complex international financial and regulatory landscapes, ultimately accelerating a company’s effort in internationalising its operations. Meanwhile, Chairman of the IP Committee Professor Kenny Wong was invited to share his insights on IP preparation needed for “going global”.
Following the luncheon, the delegation visited the Guangdong Lawyers Association, where they discussed how lawyers from both regions can efficiently assist enterprises in addressing legal issues related to “going global”, including effectively responding to the challenges and opportunities presented by the current complex international landscape.
(Photo credit: Department of Justice)
