Hong Kong, New Zealand exchanges sign MoU on Asia-Pacific markets

HONG KONG - Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) and NZX Limited (NZX) today signed an MoU to further promote confidence and co-operation in Asia-Pacific markets. The exchanges will seek to promote market development by considering opportunities in a range of areas, including foreign investment, derivatives, depository receipts, listed debt, dual listings and exchange traded funds. 

HKEX and NZX will co-operate on green finance and sustainability initiatives, share relevant information as required, and provide secondment opportunities for staff to enhance the understanding of activities in each other’s market.

HKEX Chairman C K Chow said: “The MOU marks the start of an important partnership that will broaden HKEX’s reach to potential clients in the Asia-Pacific region.  This builds on HKEX’s mission to deepen our leadership role in connecting Chinese and international investors, issuers and products.”

NZX Chairman James Miller said: “This supports the New Zealand exchange’s commitment to increase its international presence as outlined in NZX’s recently released strategy.  It highlights NZX’s desire to expand the reach and connection of the New Zealand arket.” www.hkex.com.hk (ATI).