{
  "id": 12313760,
  "title": "John Lee promises ‘high-quality’ experience for Apec finance meeting guests",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/john-lee-promises-high-quality-experience-for-apec-finance-meeting",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-06T05:59:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "South China Morning Post",
    "slug": "south-china-morning-post",
    "url": "https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3369881/john-lee-promises-high-quality-experience-apec-finance-meeting-guests"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee has assured that the upcoming Apec Finance Ministers' Meeting will offer attendees a \"high-quality\" experience, as Hong Kong collaborates with Beijing to facilitate the registration process for around 500 guests. The meeting, scheduled for October 20 and 21 at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, marks Hong Kong's inaugural hosting of the event. While US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's participation remains uncertain, the Ministry of Finance in mainland China is currently managing attendee registration. Lee emphasized that the Hong Kong government will maintain close communication and cooperation with the Ministry of Finance to ensure a smooth registration process and deliver a superior conference experience. This will include a welcome dinner, seminars, and delegation visits, all aimed at organizing the meeting effectively. Lee also highlighted that the meeting will focus on topics such as global and regional macroeconomic and financial conditions, fiscal policies supporting livelihoods and development, financing for digital infrastructure, and inclusive finance. Additionally, Lee assured that the government will prioritize security arrangements, including contingency plans for potential terrorist attacks, to safeguard the well-being of ministerial-level officials and minimize disruptions to residents' daily routines. This Apec Finance Ministers' Meeting will serve as the first of its kind following China's President Xi Jinping's state visit to the United States last month, during which both nations pledged support for each other in hosting the Apec forum and the upcoming G20 summits. The annual Apec Economic Leaders' Meeting is set to take place in Shenzhen in November.",
  "summary": "Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee has promised to provide a \"high-quality\" experience for guests attending the upcoming Apec Finance Ministers' Meeting. The meeting, which will be held in Hong Kong on October 20 and 21, is expected to be attended by around 500 guests, including finance ministers and senior officials from 21 member economies.\n\nAccording to Lee, the Ministry of Finance in Beijing is handling the registration and accreditation of participants, and the meeting will be co-organised by the Hong Kong government and the ministry. The meeting will cover topics including global and regional macroeconomic conditions, fiscal policies to support people's livelihoods, and digital infrastructure financing.\n\nThe Ministry of Finance will arrange hotel accommodation, transport, and reception services in line with Apec guidelines, while the Hong Kong government will assist delegations with their registration procedures and work closely with the ministry throughout the process. Lee thanked the central government for its trust in the Hong Kong government in hosting the event.",
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        "outlet": "South China Morning Post - Hong Kong",
        "title": "John Lee promises ‘high-quality’ experience for Apec finance meeting guests",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/john-lee-promises-high-quality-experience-for-apec-finance-meeting-12317084",
        "published": "2026-10-06T05:59:31.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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