Depositary Receipt Rules, Guidance and Frequently Asked Questions

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Depositary Receipt Rules, Guidance and Frequently Asked Questions

The following sets out links to specific sections of the relevant documents relating to HDRs:

Chapter 19B of the MB Listing Rules

Chapter 2.1 “Overseas Issuers” and Chapter 5.1 “Hong Kong Depositary Receipts” of Guide for New Listing Applicants

General Rules of CCASS

CCASS Operational Procedures

Terms and Conditions for Investor Participants

Frequently Asked Questions