Abrdn is in advanced talks with Citic Bank (SHA:601998, HKG:0998) to establish a joint asset management venture in China, with the British asset manager expected to hold a majority stake, Reuters reported Friday.
The rest of the stake will be owned by Citic Bank's wealth unit, Citic Wealth, according to the report.
A source said regulatory approval is expected later this year, Reuters wrote.
The talks gained momentum amid warming China-UK relations, according to the report.
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