Forum on 'Doing Business in Hong Kong in a Rapidly Changing World'
The Forum on "Doing Business in Hong Kong in a Rapidly Changing World" is an event organized by The Law Society of Hong Kong. It aims to facilitate insightful exchanges among government officials, business representatives, legal experts, and scholars to strengthen Hong Kong's status as a leading international legal and financial hub and a gateway to Mainland China for international businesses in the post-pandemic era.
Key topics covered in the forum include Hong Kong's role as a preferred seat for international commercial arbitration and mediation, opportunities within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), Hong Kong's position as an international financial center, and discussions on the National Security Law. These sessions are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Hong Kong's unique strengths and strategic position in the global market.
The event offers practical details such as networking opportunities with over 2,100 registrants from 31 jurisdictions, including representatives from consulates-general and overseas chambers of commerce. Notable speakers include government officials, legal experts, and business leaders who provide valuable insights into Hong Kong's business environment and legal landscape.
This forum is ideal for legal professionals, business executives, investors, and policymakers seeking to understand the evolving business landscape in Hong Kong. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on leveraging Hong Kong's legal and financial systems to navigate the rapidly changing global economy.
Speakers(25)
Dr. Anthony NEOH, SC, JP
Co-Chairman at Asian Academy of International Law
Dr. Anthony Neoh is the Co-Chairman of the Asian Academy of International Law, focusing on the development and promotion of international law in Asia.
Dr. Patrick LAU
Deputy Executive Director at Hong Kong Trade Development Council
Dr. Patrick Lau serves as the Deputy Executive Director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, promoting trade and business development in Hong Kong.
Dr. Thomas SO, JP
Past President at The Law Society of Hong Kong
Dr. Thomas So is a Past President of The Law Society of Hong Kong and Chairman of eBRAM, contributing to the advancement of legal technology and services.
Mr. Amirali NASIR, MH, JP
Vice-President and Chairman of Constitutional Affairs and Human Rights Committee at The Law Society of Hong Kong
Mr. Amirali Nasir is the Vice-President and Chairman of the Constitutional Affairs and Human Rights Committee at The Law Society of Hong Kong.
Mr. Benjamin MOK Kwan-yu, JP
Deputy Commissioner for the Development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area at The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Mr. Benjamin Mok Kwan-yu serves as the Deputy Commissioner for the Development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area in the Hong Kong SAR Government.
Mr. C. M. CHAN
President at The Law Society of Hong Kong
Mr. C. M. Chan is the President of The Law Society of Hong Kong, leading the organization in its mission to uphold the rule of law and promote the legal profession in Hong Kong.
Mr. Fred KAN
Former Chairman of Belt and Road Committee and Chairman of Committee on Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement at The Law Society of Hong Kong
Mr. Fred Kan is the Former Chairman of the Belt and Road Committee and Chairman of the Committee on Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement at The Law Society of Hong Kong.
Mr. Grenville CROSS, GBS, SC
Vice Chairman (Senate) at International Association of Prosecutors
Mr. Grenville Cross is the Vice Chairman (Senate) of the International Association of Prosecutors and Former Director of Public Prosecutions in Hong Kong.
Mr. Laurence LI, SC, JP
Chairman at Financial Services Development Council
Mr. Laurence Li is the Chairman of the Financial Services Development Council, focusing on the development of Hong Kong's financial services industry.
Mr. Nick CHAN, MH, JP
Director at Asian-African Legal Consultative Organization (AALCO) Hong Kong Regional Arbitration Centre
Mr. Nick Chan is the Director of the AALCO Hong Kong Regional Arbitration Centre, promoting arbitration and dispute resolution services in the region.
Mr. Paul McCOMB
Executive Director at The British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
Mr. Paul McComb is the Executive Director of The British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, promoting British business interests in the region.
Mr. Roden TONG
Vice-President and Chairman of Greater China Legal Affairs Committee at The Law Society of Hong Kong
Mr. Roden Tong is the Vice-President and Chairman of the Greater China Legal Affairs Committee at The Law Society of Hong Kong, focusing on legal affairs in the Greater China region.
Mr. Ronald SUM, JP
Council Member and Chairman of Forum Organising Committee at The Law Society of Hong Kong
Mr. Ronald Sum is a Council Member and Chairman of the Forum Organising Committee at The Law Society of Hong Kong, contributing to the organization's initiatives and events.
Mr. Tim LUI, SBS, JP
Chairman at Securities and Futures Commission
Mr. Tim Lui serves as the Chairman of the Securities and Futures Commission, overseeing the regulation of Hong Kong's securities and futures markets.
Ms. Alice LAW
Chief Executive Officer at Asia Securities Industry & Financial Markets Association
Ms. Alice Law is the Chief Executive Officer of the Asia Securities Industry & Financial Markets Association, representing the securities and financial markets industry in Asia.
Ms. Maggie LEE
Committee Member & Vice Chairman of Greater Bay Area Committee at The Chinese General Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong
Ms. Maggie Lee is a Committee Member and Vice Chairman of the Greater Bay Area Committee at The Chinese General Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong.
Prof. Albert CHEN, GBS, SBS, JP
Cheng Chan Lan Yue Professor and Chair of Constitutional Law at The University of Hong Kong
Prof. Albert Chen is the Cheng Chan Lan Yue Professor and Chair of Constitutional Law at The University of Hong Kong, specializing in constitutional law.
Prof. the Hon SUN Dong, JP
Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry at The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Prof. the Hon Sun Dong is the Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry in the Hong Kong SAR Government, overseeing innovation and technology development.
The Hon Christopher HUI Ching-yu, GBS, JP
Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury at The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
The Hon Christopher Hui Ching-yu is the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury in the Hong Kong SAR Government, overseeing financial services and treasury matters.
The Hon Horace CHEUNG Kwok-kwan, SBS, JP
Deputy Secretary for Justice at The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
The Hon Horace Cheung Kwok-kwan serves as the Deputy Secretary for Justice in the Hong Kong SAR Government, assisting in overseeing legal affairs.
The Hon Mr Justice Johnson LAM Man-hon
Permanent Judge of the Court of Final Appeal at Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
The Hon Mr Justice Johnson Lam Man-hon serves as a Permanent Judge of the Court of Final Appeal in Hong Kong, contributing to the highest level of the judiciary.
The Hon Paul LAM Ting-kwok, SBS, SC, JP
Secretary for Justice at The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
The Hon Paul Lam Ting-kwok serves as the Secretary for Justice in the Hong Kong SAR Government, overseeing legal affairs and the administration of justice in the region.
The Hon Rimsky YUEN, GBM, SC, JP
Co-Chairperson at Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre
The Hon Rimsky Yuen is the Co-Chairperson of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre and Chairman of the Hong Kong Mediation Accreditation Association Limited.
The Hon TANG Ping-keung, GBS, PDSM, JP
Secretary for Security at The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
The Hon Tang Ping-keung serves as the Secretary for Security in the Hong Kong SAR Government, overseeing public security matters.
The Hon Teresa CHENG Yeuk-wah, GBM, GBS, SC, JP
Former Secretary for Justice at The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
The Hon Teresa Cheng Yeuk-wah is the former Secretary for Justice of the Hong Kong SAR Government, with extensive experience in legal and dispute resolution services.
Event Details
- Date
- April 15, 2026
- Location
- 🇭🇰 Hong Kong
- Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Pricing
- HK$500 for members
- Audience
- Legal professionals, business executives, investors, policymakers
- CLE Credits
- 6.5 CPD points will be accredited
- Attendees
- Over 2,100 registrants from 31 jurisdictions
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