Fostering Future-ready Capital Markets in a New Era of Uncertainty

In her keynote address at the OSC Dialogue on April 24, 2025, Ms. Julia Leung, CEO of the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong, discussed navigating global capital market challenges in an era marked by uncertainty. She emphasized the shared characteristics of Hong Kong and Ontario’s financial markets and highlighted the importance of resilience amid geopolitical tensions, technological advancements, and climate risks. Leung outlined the SFC’s strategies to enhance market resilience, efficiency, and competitiveness, including improvements in market structure and investor protection. She also stressed the necessity of international regulatory collaboration to address cross-border risks and facilitate a robust financial environment. Closing her remarks, she reiterated the commitment to uphold regulatory principles and cooperation to ensure the stability of capital markets moving forward. Resources: https://www.sfc.hk/en/Published-resources/-/media/21CC97350BAC474CB919D8D254040849.ashx