Dr Kelvin Wong, a senior official at the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), delivered a keynote address at the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) China Government Bond Futures Launch Ceremony on August 3, 2026. The event marked the introduction of a new financial instrument designed to expand Hong Kong’s offerings in fixed-income derivatives trading.

  • Event: China Government Bond Futures Launch Ceremony
  • Date: August 3, 2026
  • Speaker: Dr Kelvin Wong (SFC)
  • Venue: Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited

Wong’s address, titled “Unveiling China Government Bond Futures: Adding a Fresh Hue to Hong Kong’s Financial Spectrum,” outlined the significance of the new product for the city’s financial market infrastructure. The speech was delivered in Chinese and has been published on the SFC website as part of the regulator’s official record.

The launch reflects Hong Kong’s continued efforts to broaden its financial markets ecosystem and strengthen its position as a leading international financial center. China Government Bond Futures provide market participants with tools to manage interest rate risk and gain exposure to Chinese fixed-income markets through HKEX’s trading platform.

The SFC oversees securities and futures markets in Hong Kong. All published speeches and related materials from the regulator’s leadership are available in the “Published resources > Speeches” section of the SFC website.

Dr Kelvin Wong, SFC Chairman. Source: SFC

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