Government proposes planning team for Apec finance ministers’ meeting in Hong Kong

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Leopold ChenFebruary 2, 2026 at 10:36 AM

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Hong Kong is preparing to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) finance ministers’ meeting in October, the first time the city will host this event. The government plans to establish a dedicated coordination team, led by senior officials, within the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau to manage preparations. Approximately 500 delegates, including finance ministers and representatives from 21 Apec member economies and international organizations, are expected to attend the three-day meeting. The meeting aims to provide a platform for exchanging views on regional and global economic outlooks and to showcase Hong Kong's financial and economic advancements. This event precedes the 33rd Apec economic leaders’ meeting in Shenzhen in November.

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Shenzhen 40% Legislative Council 50% Xi Jinping 50% Apec Economic Leaders’ Meeting 60% China 60% Christopher Hui Ching-yu 70% Hong Kong ×380% Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) ×490%

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