Press Release

The Hong Kong Association of Banks (HKAB) recently organised an overseas delegation to Thailand for a three-day visit. During the visit, the delegation met with representatives from local government departments and major enterprises, and hosted a networking dinner which attracted over 250 government officials, banking professionals and business leaders from Hong Kong and Thailand.

The networking dinner, themed “Bridging Opportunities: Hong Kong - Thailand Growth Exchange”, featured distinguished guest speakers, including Mr Darryl Chan, Deputy Chief Executive, Hong Kong Monetary Authority; Mr Parson Lam, Director, Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Bangkok; and Mr Bernard Chan, Chairman, Hong Kong-Thailand Business Council. In addition, the event featured a panel discussion that brought together leading industry experts from the banking sector, multinational technology companies and the new energy industry to explore how the digital economy, artificial intelligence and sustainable development are reshaping regional economic connectivity, further enriching participants’ understanding of financial and innovation trends across the region.

Ms Wang Chunfei, Acting Chairperson of the HKAB, and Chief Risk Officer of Bank of China (Hong Kong), said in her remarks, “As one of ASEAN’s leading economies and an important gateway to the region, Thailand plays a vital role in advancing Southeast Asia’s growth and integration. Hong Kong, as an international financial centre, is not only a gateway to the Chinese Mainland, but also a key hub connecting the Chinese Mainland, ASEAN, and the international market. It is well positioned to deepen regional partnership and enhance cross-border financial connectivity. In an evolving global economic landscape, strengthening regional cooperation is especially important to foster more resilient, innovative, and sustainable economic growth.”

During the visit, the HKAB delegation met with the Chinese Embassy in Thailand, the Bank of Thailand, the Stock Exchange of Thailand, and the Thailand Board of Investment, engaging in in-depth discussions on fintech, green finance, and cross-border investment, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing regional financial development. The delegation also visited major local enterprises in technology and innovation sectors, and conducted a focused study at the headquarters of Thailand’s largest technology industrial park. This firsthand exploration provided deeper insights into the local technology and innovation market as well as the practical needs of businesses. At the same time, the delegation enhanced its understanding of the legal framework and relevant policies for investing in Thailand, laying a solid foundation for deeper collaboration between the financial and business sectors in Hong Kong and Thailand.

This overseas delegation marks the HKAB’s first external visit in 2026, and its second visit to Thailand since 2024. The HKAB will continue to strengthen exchanges and cooperation with ASEAN countries, helping to unlock new opportunities to further advance Hong Kong’s development as an international financial centre.

	Photo 1: Mr Darryl Chan, Deputy Chief Executive, Hong Kong Monetary Authority (second from right); Mr Parson Lam, Director, Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Bangkok (first from right); Mr Bernard Chan, Chairman, Hong Kong-Thailand Business Council (first from left); Ms Wang Chunfei, Acting Chairperson of the HKAB, and Chief Risk Officer of Bank of China (Hong Kong) (second from left), at the HKAB’s Thailand Networking Dinner.
	Photo 2: Ms Wang Chunfei, Acting Chairperson of the HKAB, and Chief Risk Officer of Bank of China (Hong Kong), delivers opening remarks at the HKAB’s Thailand Networking Dinner.
	Photo 3: The HKAB’s Thailand Networking Dinner featured a panel discussion that brought together leading industry experts to explore how the digital economy, artificial intelligence and sustainable development are reshaping regional economic connectivity.

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