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16 OctFri
  1. Government News Network: Finance52

    Hong Kong releases Inland Revenue (Amendment) (Tax Deduction for Intellectual Property Expenditure) Bill 2026

    The Hong Kong SAR government gazetted the Inland Revenue (Amendment) (Tax Deduction for Intellectual Property Expenditure) Bill 2026, relaxing tax deductions for capital expenditure incurred by enterprises on acquiring intellectual property or related usage licenses. The bill will apply to intellectual property acquisition or license contracts signed on or after 1 April this year, covering tax deductions for three types of capital expenditure: acquiring intellectual property from related parties, intellectual property used by licensees outside Hong Kong, and prepaid license fees for intellectual property usage.

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  2. Hong Kong Monetary Authority: Speech40

    Opening remarks by Carmen Chu, Executive Director (Banking Supervision) of the HKMA, at the Finance and AI Forum

    Carmen Chu, Executive Director (Banking Supervision) of the HKMA, delivered opening remarks at the Finance and AI Forum, introducing the results of the second phase of the GenAI Sandbox, releasing the latest regulatory guidelines on AI applications based on the "ART" framework, and announcing the establishment of an AI training data sharing platform in collaboration with Cyberport and the University of Hong Kong.

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  3. Government News Network: Finance64

    Hong Kong Government Gazette Announces Phase 1 of MPF Portability Territory-wide Takes Effect on December 21

    The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government has published an effectiveness notice in the Government Gazette, stating that the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes (General) (Amendment) Regulation 2025 will come into effect on December 21, marking the official launch of Phase 1 of MPF "territory-wide portability". New employees who joined on or after May 1 last year can transfer all accrued benefits derived from the employer's mandatory contributions under their current employment from the employer-chosen MPF scheme to a personal account in a self-elected MPF scheme. Transfers can be made once per calendar year, or more frequently if the governing rules of the transferring scheme permit.

    Planning Note:Regarding liquidity arrangements for MPF benefits, new employees who joined after May 1 last year may wish to note the transfer rules for accrued benefits from employer contributions.

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15 OctThu
  3. News Search: Hong Kong Talent and Immigration Schemes7

    The Hong Kong Immigration Department stated that it has indicated to Sweden its willingness to submit genetic reports, and those holding official proof can follow up on passport applications.

    The Hong Kong Immigration Department stated that it has indicated to Sweden its willingness to submit genetic reports, and those holding official proof can follow up on relevant passport applications. This matter is related to the Save Lily incident, and more details have not been disclosed yet.

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  7. News Search: Hong Kong Federation of Insurers14

    FWD Critical Care is the First Critical Illness Product to Receive the Q Mark Certification from the Hong Kong Federation of Insurers

    FWD's Critical Care has become the first critical illness product to receive the Q Mark certification from the Hong Kong Federation of Insurers. The certification is launched by the Hong Kong Federation of Insurers to identify quality insurance products that meet industry standards.

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  10. News Search: Hong Kong Insurance Authority21

    Hong Kong Insurance Coverage Extended to Huanggang Port

    Hong Kong insurance coverage has been extended to Huanggang Port, with the relevant arrangement announced by the Hong Kong Insurance Authority. This adjustment includes Huanggang Port within the coverage area of Hong Kong insurance policies, providing corresponding protection support for Hong Kong policyholders traveling across the border.

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  12. News Search: Hong Kong Insurance Authority23

    Hong Kong's First Insurance-Linked Securities Special Purpose Vehicle Opens New Path for Mainland Insurance Companies

    Hong Kong's first insurance-linked securities special purpose vehicle has been officially launched, opening a new business path for mainland insurance companies. This vehicle represents an important innovation in Hong Kong's insurance-linked securities market, providing a new channel for mainland insurance institutions to participate in Hong Kong's insurance risk market.

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  14. News Search: Hong Kong Insurance Authority16

    Zurich Insurance Appoints Former AXA Tianping Actuary Yin Xiang as CEO of Zurich China

    Zurich Insurance announced the appointment of Scott Yin (Yin Xiang), an actuary formerly with AXA Tianping, as CEO of Zurich China. This personnel appointment is the latest adjustment to Zurich China's management team, with related information sourced from public reports in insurance industry media.

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  17. HKMA: Press Releases26

    HKMA to Tender 2-Year RMB Hong Kong SAR Government Institutional Bonds via Reopening on October 22, 2026

    The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), on behalf of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), announced that it will reopen the 3-year government bond (Issue No. 03GB2807001) under the Government Bond Programme on October 22, 2026, and tender 2-year RMB-denominated HKSAR institutional government bonds, with settlement on October 26, 2026. The tender amount is RMB 750 million, with a coupon rate of 1.59% per annum, payable semi-annually. The tender is only open to designated primary dealers under the Government Bond Programme, with a minimum bid amount of RMB 50,000 and multiples thereof.

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  18. Government News Network: Finance22

    Financial Secretary promotes Hong Kong in Bangkok

    Financial Secretary Paul Chan, as a member of the Chinese delegation, attended the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group held in Bangkok, Thailand, and participated in a roundtable co-hosted by the International Monetary Fund and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. He introduced Hong Kong's investment and financing market advantages at the meeting and invited international multilateral organizations, financial institutions, and insurance companies to cooperate to improve capital raising and risk management efficiency. Paul Chan also met with the Chinese Ambassador to Thailand and senior executives of the International Finance Corporation in the Asia-Pacific region to discuss deepening cooperation in multiple fields.

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  19. HKMA: Press Releases33

    HKMA Launches "ART" Framework to Promote Responsible AI Adoption in the Banking Sector

    The HKMA launched the "ART" framework on October 15, centered on accountability, resilience, and trust, to support the banking sector in responsibly adopting artificial intelligence. The framework is accompanied by the release of the latest regulatory guidelines on the responsible use of AI. It also involves collaborating with Cyberport and the University of Hong Kong to build an AI training data sharing platform, and further testing agentic AI applications through the Generative AI Sandbox++.

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14 OctWed
  3. News Search: Hong Kong Insurance Authority20

    PICC P&C Launches Hong Kong's First Special Purpose Insurer to Underwrite Offshore Wind Farm Risks in Mainland China

    PICC P&C has launched Hong Kong's first special purpose insurer (sidecar) to underwrite risks related to offshore wind farms in mainland China. This project is the first special purpose insurance arrangement of its kind in the Hong Kong market, with relevant information reported by industry media (Re)in Asia.

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  4. News Search: Newly Listed Hong Kong ETFs and Authorized Funds12

    Hong Kong-listed Solana ETF: Fee Structure for European Investors.

    The Hong Kong-listed Solana ETF is open for subscription to European investors. This product is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the price performance of Solana. European investors participating in trading of this product are subject to corresponding subscription, custody, and transaction-related fees. Specific fee schedules can be found in the product's official disclosure documents.

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  7. News Search: Hong Kong Insurance Authority31

    The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau and the Insurance Authority of Hong Kong welcome PICC P&C's issuance of the first sidecar insurance-linked securities in Hong Kong.

    The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau and the Insurance Authority of Hong Kong have publicly welcomed PICC P&C's issuance of the first sidecar insurance-linked securities in Hong Kong. This project is an innovative implementation case in Hong Kong's insurance-linked securities market, and details such as the specific issuance scale, pricing, and risk coverage scope have not been disclosed yet.

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  9. HKEX: Regulatory Announcements12

    HKEX Announcement: Delisting of China Zenith Chemical Group Limited (Under Compulsory Liquidation)

    The Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) issued an announcement regarding the delisting of China Zenith Chemical Group Limited (stock code: 362), which is under compulsory liquidation, registered in the Cayman Islands and relocated to Bermuda. On October 19, the HKEX Hong Kong market is closed, while MSCI, currency, and interest rate products in the derivatives market continue to trade as usual. The market will resume normal opening on October 20.

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  12. Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department: Latest News44

    Orders for Hong Kong's comprehensive avoidance of double taxation agreements with six countries to be published in the Gazette

    The Chief Executive in Council made six orders on October 6, 2026, under the Inland Revenue Ordinance (Cap. 112) to implement comprehensive avoidance of double taxation agreements signed with Barbados, Jordan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Maldives, Norway, and Rwanda. The orders were published in the Gazette on October 16, 2026, and tabled before the Legislative Council on October 21 under the negative vetting procedure.

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  16. News Search: Hong Kong Insurance Authority22

    The Hong Kong Insurance Authority prohibits 6 individuals from working as insurance intermediaries for violating anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing control measures.

    The Hong Kong Insurance Authority has prohibited 6 individuals from serving as insurance intermediaries, as they were involved in violating anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing control measures. This disciplinary action was taken by the Hong Kong Insurance Authority, and specific details of the violations and the duration of the penalty have not been disclosed in public information.

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