Navigating Change: Regional Outlooks, Global Change
Asia and the Middle East are at the centre of global growth, undergoing rapid economic change. Gain fresh insights as HSBC Chief Economists in the Middle East and Asia share macroeconomic updates and perspectives, highlighting key trends, challenges and opportunities shaping both regions and their impact on the global economy.
The UAE Advantage: Kenny Gaw on Real Estate, Capital Flows, and Global Growth
Cross-Border Success: Stories of Strategic Growth Across Hong Kong and the UAE
Explore real-world success stories of leaders who turned cross-border ambition into tangible results, and discover what it takes to thrive across the dynamic economies of Hong Kong & the UAE.
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
Coffee Break / Networking
Corridors of Commerce: Enhancing Connectivity Between Hong Kong and the UAE
From ports to platforms, Hong Kong and the UAE are investing in next-generation logistics and trade infrastructure to accelerate regional and global connectivity. What trends are shaping the future of commerce and how can we unlock faster, smarter, and more resilient flows of goods and capital between East and West?
Scaling Innovation: How the UAE and Hong Kong Are Growing the Next Generation of Startups
As innovation becomes increasingly global, explore how the UAE and Hong Kong can co-develop a thriving startup ecosystem through talent mobility, co-investment platforms, regulatory collaboration, and ecosystem partnerships that connect entrepreneurs, investors, and accelerators across both markets.
Redefining Destinations: Capturing the Imagination of Tomorrow’s Traveler
From immersive experiences to tech-driven travel, global tourism is evolving fast and creating fresh opportunities for bold destinations to lead the way. What are the hottest trends reshaping the industry and how the UAE and Hong Kong can join forces to captivate tomorrow’s travelers and expand their global footprint.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch Break
Capital Markets in Transition: Building Bridges Between Hong Kong and the UAE
Hong Kong and the UAE are strengthening their roles as global financial hubs at the crossroads of East and West. This dialogue will explore how capital markets are evolving through dual listings, digital assets, sustainable finance, and closer regulatory alignment, shaping the next era of cross-border capital flows.
Insights from Investopia’s Next 50
What does it take to build the next generation of UAE success stories? Listen to firsthand insights on innovation, resilience, and opportunity in the UAE’s dynamic business landscape from founders from Investopia’s Next50, a community of high-growth companies shaping the country’s future economy.
MOU signing / Announcements
Exploring the UAE – HK Economic Partnership
