HKEX welcomes SFC statement on listing of infrastructure project companies

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) welcomes the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)'s statement today (Tuesday) on the listing of infrastructure project companies based in developing markets including those falling within the Belt and Road Initiative.

'We will continue to work with the SFC to strengthen the role of Hong Kong as a premier capital raising centre while maintaining our high standards,' said HKEX Chief Executive Charles Li. 'Hong Kong and HKEX are well positioned to capitalise on the financial-services opportunities presented by the Belt and Road Initiative.'

HKEX has received enquiries by companies from the Belt and Road countries.

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