Hong Kong Apec meeting to showcase ‘China’s voice’ in stability, treasury chief says

The upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) finance ministers' meeting in Hong Kong will emphasize "China's voice" in promoting regional stability, according to the city's treasury chief, Christopher Hui Ching-yu. Speaking to the South China Morning Post, Hui highlighted that Hong Kong's ability to host the event, scheduled for October 20 and 21, was timely and crucial due to the growing importance of regional cooperation amid geopolitical tensions.

Hui stressed that Hong Kong was uniquely positioned to bring together regional leaders for important discussions, as the event precedes the Apec leaders' meeting in Shenzhen on November 18 and 19. The finance ministers' gathering will serve as a platform to showcase China's contributions to regional stability and emphasize Hong Kong's value to the region.

China, as the host of Apec in 2026, aims to showcase its role as a responsible international community member and its willingness to contribute to regional well-being. Hui noted that with Beijing's support, Hong Kong's government would ensure delegates could witness the city's advancements in financial services, sustainability, financial technology, and digital trade finance – all aligned with the four core themes of the meeting: fiscal policies supporting households, digital infrastructure financing, inclusive finance, and nurturing young financial talent.

Hui emphasized that it was uncommon for senior representatives from 21 economies to converge in Hong Kong simultaneously, and authorities would facilitate bilateral meetings to advance mutual agendas for visiting ministers. He invited attendees to explore the broader aspects of Hong Kong, including its natural landscape, deep heritage, frontier developments in information technology, and more, which would be highlighted through side exhibition booths and curated side tours.