Clarification of requirements for listing overseas companies in Hong Kong

A joint policy statement issued by The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited and the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has clarified the requirements for the listing of overseas companies in Hong Kong. Partner Matthew Barnard and lawyer Andrew Shiu report on the new guidance.

Matthew Barnard, partner, and Andrew Shiu, lawyer, Allens Arthur Robinson

How does it affect you?

• The joint policy statement confirms that the Hong Kong listing regime is open to companies from all overseas jurisdictions and not limited to certain specified jurisdictions.