The 19th Asian Financial Forum (AFF), co-organised by the Hong Kong SAR government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will be held on Monday, 26 and Tuesday, 27 January 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

This year, the forum introduces the tagline “Finance Empowering Business”, under the theme “Co-creating New Horizons Amid an Evolving Landscape”.

The event will bring together over 100 global business and political leaders and financial experts to examine geopolitical shifts, macroeconomic trends, and developments in financial markets, while exploring potential investment opportunities and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.

Prof Frederick Ma, HKTDC Chairman, said:

“The Asian Financial Forum has grown from a one-day agenda to two days, attracting over 60,000 participants. This year’s Global Business Summit will focus on integrating finance and the real economy to unlock the potential of high-value industries and drive innovation.”

Maggie Ng, Chairperson of the AFF Steering Committee and HSBC Hong Kong’s Chief Executive Officer, said:

“AFF continues to reinforce Hong Kong’s role as a global connector. We expect over 3,600 participants from 60 countries and regions, engaging with leaders across technology, consumer, healthcare, and finance sectors.”

The forum will feature panels, keynote speeches, and thematic luncheons.

Topics include the global economic outlook, CIO insights, asset and wealth management, trade finance, and supply chain management.

The inaugural Global Business Summit, held on the second day, will focus on artificial intelligence, biomedicine, green energy, and new consumer trends.

It will also explore opportunities for mainland enterprises to expand globally and for international companies entering the Chinese market.

AFF Deal-making, co-organised with the Hong Kong Venture Capital and Private Equity Association, will operate as a hybrid platform.

In-person sessions will take place on 26 and 27 January, followed by online networking until 29 January. The platform will connect investors, project owners, and professional service providers.

The forum will also feature four exhibition zones. These include the FutureGreen Showcase, the FintechHK Start-up Salon, the Global Investment Zone, and the InnoVenture Salon.

They will highlight innovations in finance, technology, and green development.

For more information about the event, visit here.

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