The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) have launched a Single Submission Arrangement for a Hong Kong Malaysia dual listing.

Firms listing in both markets now file just one application and one listing document.

This puts into practice the dual IPO listing framework from the memorandum of understanding (MoU) the two regulators signed on 23 July 2026.

They expect it to cut duplicate work and compliance costs when firms apply for an IPO.

It covers firms that want a primary listing in one market and a secondary listing in the other at the same time.

The two venues are the Main Board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (SEHK) and the MAIN Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad.

One listing document can meet the rules of both markets. Applicants send it through a single, coordinated submission, so there is no need to apply in each market separately.

Both regulators have set up dedicated review teams and contact channels for applicants and their advisers.

The SFC, SEHK and SC now align their review timelines and streamline their queries.

“By establishing a clear, accessible pathway and harmonised regulatory processes, we enable businesses in both markets to reach more diverse international investors and deeper pools of capital, while preserving robust investor protection,”

said Julia Leung, CEO of the SFC.

“Connecting Malaysia with Hong Kong, the world’s third largest global financial centre, will further strengthen the attractiveness of both markets as investment destinations,”

said SC Chairman Dato’ Mohammad Faiz Azmi.

The SFC has published a circular on the arrangement. Before they apply, firms and their advisers are encouraged to talk to the SFC, SEHK or SC about their deal structure and timetable.

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