Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is pleased to announce it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), one of the fastest-growing and leading exchanges in the Middle East, to seek collaboration opportunities and enhance connectivity between the capital markets of Hong Kong and Abu Dhabi.
Under the MOU, HKEX and ADX will explore joint initiatives in market promotion, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), ESG-related products, cross listings and other areas of mutual interest, reinforcing their commitment to fostering a more integrated global financial ecosystem.
HKEX Chief Executive Officer, Bonnie Y Chan, said: “We are delighted to strengthen our relationship with Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange through this MOU, building on last year’s addition of ADX to our list of recognised stock exchanges. This arrangement marks a significant step in enhancing cross-border market connectivity and facilitating capital flows between Hong Kong and the Middle East. By working closely with ADX, we aim to unlock new investment opportunities, strengthen market infrastructure, and meet the evolving needs of global issuers and investors. Our goal is to help build a dynamic and resilient financial landscape that benefits both regions and supports the continued growth of global capital markets.”
ADX Group Chief Executive Officer, Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi, said: “Our MOU with HKEX reinforces the strong ties between Abu Dhabi and Hong Kong and marks a key step in ADX’s global integration journey. By advancing cross-listings, developing innovative products such as ETFs and indices, and creating practical channels for multi-market access, we will broaden investment opportunities and deepen liquidity. This partnership strengthens ADX’s global footprint and reinforces Abu Dhabi’s position as a dynamic financial center committed to sustainable growth and shared prosperity.”
HKEX is committed to fostering deeper collaboration with investors and stakeholders across the Middle East, as demonstrated by the recent inclusion of the ADX and the Dubai Financial Market as Recognised Stock Exchanges.
The growing participation of Middle Eastern funds as cornerstone investors in recent Hong Kong IPOs further highlights the strengthening ties and increased engagement between these markets. This ongoing partnership provides investors with broader access and supports the development of vibrant cross-market opportunities.
In the presence of Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan (back row, second right), UAE Ministry of Investment Undersecretary H.E. Mohammed Alhawi (back row, second left), HKEX Chairman Carlson Tong (back row, first right) and Investopia Chief Executive Officer Dr. Jean Fares (back row, first left), HKEX Chief Executive Officer Bonnie Y Chan (first row, right) and ADX Group Chief Executive Officer Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi (first row, left) sign a Memorandum of Understanding.
HKEX Chief Executive Officer Bonnie Y Chan (right) and ADX Group Chief Executive Officer Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi (left) signed the MOU on the sidelines of the Global Investopia conference in Hong Kong.
About HKEX
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is a publicly-traded company (HKEX Stock Code:388) and one of the world’s leading global exchange groups, offering a range of equity, derivative, commodity, fixed income and other financial markets, products and services, including the London Metal Exchange.
As a superconnector and gateway between East and West, HKEX facilitates the two-way flow of capital, ideas and dialogue between China and the rest of the world, through its pioneering Connect schemes, increasingly diversified product ecosystem and its deep, liquid and international markets.
HKEX is a purpose-led organisation which, across its business and through the work of HKEX Foundation, seeks to connect, promote and progress its markets and the communities it supports for the prosperity of all.
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