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news Scmp World 2026-06-08

Hong Kong Forges Economic Ties in Central Asia with Major Agreements

Hong Kong's Chief Executive led a delegation to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, securing 96 cooperation agreements worth over $1.65 billion. This historic visit marks a significant expansion of Hong Kong's global economic reach.


Hong Kong has taken a monumental step forward in expanding its global economic footprint. Last week, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu, leading a high-level business delegation, wrapped up a successful five-day mission to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. This historic visit – marking the first time the chief executive has led a mission to Central Asia – yielded 96 cooperation agreements and memorandums of understanding valued at more than US$1.65 billion. The exceptional results signal a major pivot...

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