On May 28, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) held a special event, "Connecting the World, Navigating the Future," to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the establishment and anchoring of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (SEHK) at Exchange Square, marking a milestone in the modernization of Hong Kong's securities market.
As part of the group's overall investment plan, HKEX has commenced enhancement works on the Hong Kong Financial Hall. This initiative aims to further solidify Exchange Square's status as a landmark in Central and to underscore its role as the core hub of Hong Kong's financial center.
In 2025, HKEX announced a significant investment to acquire partial commercial space and several office floors within Exchange Square to establish the group's permanent headquarters. This move is designed to enhance the experience for issuers during market opening ceremonies at the Hong Kong Financial Hall and to foster stronger connections with the community.
Today, HKEX previewed some of the enhancement projects, including a newly designed entrance for the Hong Kong Financial Hall and a Financial Museum. It also announced plans to host a photography exhibition in October 2026, showcasing the history and development of SEHK and Exchange Square.
HKEX Chairman, Mr. Carlson Tong, stated, "The launch of SEHK and the iconic trading hall at Exchange Square forty years ago laid a solid foundation for the rapid development of Hong Kong's financial market. Following its transformation into the Hong Kong Financial Hall, this venue continues to symbolize the openness, resilience, and global connectivity of Hong Kong's market, playing a vital role in linking China with the world. We remain committed to driving market development, connecting capital, ideas, and opportunities worldwide. We are delighted to have invited Cathay Pacific to join us in celebrating this important milestone. We will continue to connect all corners of the globe, promoting Hong Kong's prosperity and creating a better future together."
Cathay Pacific Group Chairman, Mr. Patrick Healy, remarked, "We are honored to celebrate the 40th anniversary of SEHK alongside HKEX. As the first company to list on SEHK, Cathay Pacific takes great pride in contributing to Hong Kong's development as a leading international financial center. Our recent inaugural issuance of Hong Kong dollar public bonds fully demonstrates our steadfast commitment to Hong Kong's financial market. Concurrently, Cathay Pacific has embarked on an investment plan exceeding HKD 100 billion, reflecting our confidence in Hong Kong as a premier global aviation hub. Looking ahead, we will continue to support the national '15th Five-Year Plan,' further consolidating Hong Kong's status as an international financial and aviation hub, and strengthening its connections with the Mainland and the world, fostering closer integration of people flow, business opportunities, and prospects."
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