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New UK opportunities from China’s “Go Global” wave: Where Hong Kong fits and how UK players plug in

New UK opportunities from China’s “Go Global” wave: Where Hong Kong fits and how UK players plug in

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London
Hong Kong
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09:00
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11:00 BST
Schedule Type Title: Weekdays
Schedule Description: A senior briefing on UK–China business developments, China’s economic direction and cross‑border opportunities for finance and advisory professionals.
Sessions: 1
Session Hours: 2.00
Chartered Accountant's Hall
1 Moorgate Place
London, EC2R 6EA
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Description

A senior briefing on UK–China business developments, China’s economic direction and cross‑border opportunities for finance and advisory professionals.

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07/07/2026 09:00 - 11:00 GMT/BST Chartered Accountant's Hall

Event information

As Chinese companies continue to expand internationally, a growing wave of outbound activity is creating new opportunities for UK businesses, advisers and professional services firms.

This seminar will explore where those opportunities are emerging from, how partnerships are being formed, and how transactions are being brought to market. It will also examine Hong Kong’s role as a trusted connector between Mainland China, the UK and global markets.

Bringing together senior voices from accountancy, finance, professional services, corporate leadership and trade promotion, the session will provide practical insight into how UK players can engage with confidence and participate in cross-border growth.

Why attend

This event will help participants understand how Hong Kong supports international business expansion and where UK firms can play a meaningful role.

Attendees will gain insight into:

  • The latest trends shaping China’s “Go Global” agenda
  • Hong Kong’s role in enabling trusted cross-border growth
  • How UK businesses can identify and access new opportunities
  • The role of professional advisers, capital and partnerships in deal execution
  • Practical entry points for UK firms looking to engage with Hong Kong and Asi

Who should attend

This event is designed for senior professionals, business leaders, advisers and stakeholders with an interest in UK-Hong Kong-China business opportunities, including:

  • Professional services firms
  • Accountants, lawyers and corporate advisers
  • UK corporates exploring Asia growth opportunities
  • Financial services professionals
  • Investors and business development leaders
  • Trade, policy and institutional stakeholder

Organisers

This event is jointly organised by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, ICAEW, Hong Kong Trade Development Council, Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London, InvestHK London and Hong Kong Business Network.

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ICAEW MemberNo Charge
Retired MemberNo Charge
Life MemberNo Charge

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Time Session
09:00 Registration & networking
09:30 – 09:35 Welcome remarks
Azlina Bulmer, Director of International, ICAEW
Fiona Chau, Director-General of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London
09:35 – 09:45 Global shifts and new pathways: Hong Kong's role in enabling cross-border growth
Stephen Law, President, HKICPA

Stephen will set the scene by examining how Hong Kong supports the evolving "GoGlobal" agenda not only as a connector between markets, but also as a platform enabling more structured, disciplined and sustainable cross-border growth. Drawing on his experience across private equity, infrastructure and corporate finance, he will highlight key trends shaping outbound expansion, the growing importance of governance and transparency, and emerging areas such as digital assets and new financing models that are reshaping global investment.
09:45 – 10:20 Panel Discussion on 'Hong Kong: From Global Connections to UK Opportunities'

This panel will focus on how opportunities are originating, structured and delivered across markets and how they translate into tangible outcomes for UK businesses, from partnerships and investment to market entry and deal execution. Drawing on real-world experience, speakers will share how opportunities are sourced, how transactions are put together, and where UK corporates and advisors can play a meaningful role. The discussion will provide practical insights into how UK players can engage more effectively and participate in international growth.

Moderator:
Edith Lai, Vice Chair, Hong Kong Business Network; Partner, Charles Russell Speechlys

Panellists:
• Andy King, Interim CEO, MTR UK
• Charles Yim, Director, Anglo Chinese Corporate Finance Limited
• Evangelos Kaldelis, Global Deputy CEO, 3S Money
• Jasmine Lee, Vice President, HKICPA
• Joey Ko, Director of UK, Nordics & Ireland, HKTDC
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