Cross-border market access is set to receive a significant boost through the collaboration between Abu Dhabi and Hong Kong exchanges.
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) have taken a significant step forward in their relationship, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on September 18, 2025. This MoU, signed by ADX Group CEO Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi and HKEX Chief Executive Officer Bonnie Y Chan, aims to expand collaboration and strengthen capital market connectivity between the UAE and Hong Kong.
The key areas of cooperation under this MoU include market access, product development, and investor engagement. In the area of market access, the two exchanges will explore dual listings, cross-border financing, and mechanisms to facilitate investment. For product development, plans include collaboration on exchange-traded funds (ETFs), ESG-related products, and indices.
The MoU also emphasizes opportunities in cross-listings, new product development, and multi-market access, with a focus on sustainable finance and innovation. HKEX seeks to solidify its position as a gateway for international capital, while ADX's partnership aims to expand global integration and increase liquidity.
In terms of investor engagement, joint roadshows, seminars, training programs, and investor education initiatives will be organized to raise market visibility. However, the MoU does not specify any timeline for the implementation of these cooperative measures.
This latest MoU is the latest step in a relationship that began in 2007 with the signing of the first MoU between the two exchanges. The collaboration between ADX and HKEX reflects a focus on meeting evolving investor needs.
The MoU was signed in Hong Kong during the Investopia Global - Hong Kong forum, and was witnessed by Mohammad Alhawi, Undersecretary of the UAE Ministry of Investment, and Paul Chan Mo-po, Financial Secretary of Hong Kong SAR. The details of the MoU do not disclose any financial details or the potential financial impact of these collaborative efforts.
This strategic partnership is expected to bring about a new era of collaboration between the two financial hubs, fostering growth and opportunities for both exchanges and their respective markets.
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