Hong Kong
The Arab Federation for Digital Economy (AFDE) held an official meeting with Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK), the government agency responsible for attracting investments and facilitating the operations of foreign companies in Hong Kong. The meeting took place at InvestHK’s headquarters in the city’s financial district.
Representing the Federation were H.E. Dr. Ali Mohammed Al Khouri, Advisor to the Arab Economic Unity Council and Chairman of AFDE; Dr. Ayman Ghoneim, Assistant Secretary-General; and Mr. Tang Tang, General Manager of AFDE’s Hong Kong office, along with the accompanying delegation. From InvestHK, Ms. Alpha Lau, Director-General, attended the meeting together with a number of senior executives specializing in international markets, financial services, and fintech.
During the discussions, both sides explored the potential launch of a joint industrial investment fund dedicated to supporting Arab–Chinese digital projects. The initiative aims to transform cooperation from simple trade exchanges into genuine partnerships based on innovation and shared ownership. InvestHK expressed its readiness to provide the necessary regulatory and financial facilitation to create an enabling environment for the fund, which would help attract high-quality projects in fields such as fintech, data centers, and innovative technologies.
The talks also covered ways to organize specialized events to introduce Arab companies to Hong Kong’s investment environment and to connect Arab digital talents with the city’s global innovation network. In addition, both parties emphasized the role of AFDE’s Hong Kong office as a permanent coordination hub for Arab–Chinese cooperation in the digital economy.
The Federation affirmed that this collaboration represents a strategic addition to the Arab Digital Economy Vision, creating practical opportunities for the development of joint projects that benefit Arab markets. For its part, InvestHK noted that partnering with AFDE is an opportunity to open new markets for Hong Kong companies in the Arab region, further consolidating Hong Kong’s position as a gateway economy to Asia and the Arab world.
Invest Hong Kong serves as the official arm of the Hong Kong government for attracting foreign investment. It provides support to international companies seeking to establish or expand their operations in Hong Kong through advisory services and streamlined procedures. Over the past years, the agency has played a pivotal role in positioning Hong Kong as a leading regional hub for startups in fintech and digital innovation.
