【Yuze Xiangjiang Forum】Hong Kong Holds the Fourth "Yuze Xiangjiang" Summit Forum with Over 400 Family Office Decision-Makers Attending

The 4th “Yuzé Hong Kong” Summit, co-organized by the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (Treasury Bureau) and the Invest Hong Kong, was successfully held on Tuesday (24th) with the theme “Building Legacy.” The event gathered over 400 influential top family office decision-makers, family heirs, industry leaders, and pioneers from around the world to engage in in-depth discussions on intergenerational wealth management, cultural inheritance, as well as technological innovation and philanthropy.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan delivered a speech at the dinner, stating that in the face of risks and uncertainties, investors are seeking diversification. Families looking to pass on their wealth are also searching for safe havens — not just places to park capital, but locations with institutional advantages, clear legal frameworks, and trustworthy commitments.

“Hong Kong is not only such a safe haven but also a city full of business opportunities that can promote connections and drive growth, enabling more effective deployment of capital. For families worldwide, Hong Kong is undoubtedly the best gateway to seize the vast opportunities in Mainland China. International capital and investors are full of confidence in Hong Kong’s prospects. Last year, our stock market performed strongly, and the asset and wealth management industry continued to thrive. Meanwhile, we are actively exploring new areas such as gold, commodities trading, fixed income, and currency markets to further enrich Hong Kong’s financial ecosystem.”

Deputy Financial Secretary Wong Wai-lun delivered the opening remarks at the summit, emphasizing that Hong Kong is an excellent base for family offices seeking stable and diversified investments. As global situations become increasingly uncertain, with ongoing conflicts and rising tensions, Hong Kong’s advantages are even more valuable. Under the “One Country, Two Systems” framework, Hong Kong offers a predictable policy environment and a robust, reliable institutional system. Its common law system, independent judiciary, open economy, free capital flow, freely convertible currency, and simple tax system collectively make Hong Kong the top choice for intergenerational wealth transfer.

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Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau Secretary Christopher Hui stated at the forum that safety, stability, and maturity are the cornerstones attracting global family offices to choose Hong Kong, enabling them to accumulate, preserve, and grow their wealth here. He believes Hong Kong is a safe haven for visionary families, offering policy stability and a mature ecosystem that helps turn visions into long-term impact.

Hui emphasized that wealth inheritance is not only about asset appreciation but also about the intergenerational continuation of core values. He pointed out that Hong Kong Wealth Inheritance Institute actively transforms visions into actions through its flagship charitable project, “Impact Link” (iLink).

Invest Hong Kong Director Triston Wong said that Hong Kong is a leading global hub for wealth management, innovation, culture, and philanthropy. The “Yuzé Hong Kong” Summit brings together family leaders from around the world, fully demonstrating Hong Kong’s role as a “super connector.” Invest Hong Kong will continue to serve as a bridge, providing comprehensive strategic support and practical services for global families.

The summit also featured several prominent speakers, including Yao Ming, founder of Yao Foundation, former president of the Chinese Basketball Association, and NBA All-Star. He believes Hong Kong’s greatest advantage lies in “East meets West,” as a convergence point of Chinese and Western civilizations. Those who are more inclusive, open, and diverse will have more opportunities and are more likely to spark innovation and creativity — making this Hong Kong’s most unique and valuable strength.