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news Scmp World 2026-05-28

Hong Kong Launches International Commercial Court for Cross-Border Disputes

Hong Kong has established the Hong Kong International Commercial Court (HKICC) to handle major cross-border disputes, aiming to bolster its position as a global legal hub. The court is designed to provide a platform for resolving high-value international commercial conflicts.


Hong Kong has established an international commercial court specialising in adjudicating major cross-border disputes, with the justice chief saying it will strengthen the city’s role as a global legal hub under the national plan. The Hong Kong International Commercial Court (HKICC) was launched on Thursday as a dedicated platform for global enterprises to resolve high-value disputes amid a volatile geopolitical landscape. The court, to be set up as a division of the High Court within the coming....

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