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Greater Bay Area Conference 2025

by Department of Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

The Greater Bay Area Conference 2025 is a significant event focusing on the legal and economic integration within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). Organized by the Department of Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the conference brings together legal experts, government officials, and industry leaders to discuss and enhance collaboration across the region.

Key topics covered include Hong Kong's robust legal framework, its role in financial innovation, and the development of a unified platform for commercial mediation and arbitration within the GBA. Discussions also emphasize the city's common law system, which offers transparency and credibility, and its position as a preferred hub for both traditional and cutting-edge financing.

The conference features sessions on the establishment of GBA standards for mediator and arbitrator qualifications, harmonized mediation rules, and the creation of a panel of mediators. These initiatives aim to promote efficient and trusted dispute resolution services across the GBA, fostering deeper collaboration and integration within the region.

Legal professionals, financial experts, and policymakers are encouraged to attend to gain insights into the evolving legal landscape of the GBA and to explore opportunities for cross-border collaboration. The event serves as a platform for networking and sharing best practices among stakeholders committed to the region's sustainable economic development.

Speakers(2)

Dr. Cheung Kwok-kwan

Acting Secretary for Justice at Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government

Dr. Cheung Kwok-kwan is the Acting Secretary for Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, overseeing legal affairs and justice policies.

Mr. Zhou Li

Deputy Editor-in-Chief at China Daily

Mr. Zhou Li serves as the Deputy Editor-in-Chief of China Daily, a leading English-language newspaper in China.

Event Details

Date
October 23, 2025
Location
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Pricing
Free
Audience
Legal professionals, financial experts, policymakers
CLE Credits
CLE accreditation pending
Attendees
Approximately 500 participants