NEGLINKA FINANCE will participate in the 18th Asian Financial Forum (AFF) from January 13 to 14, 2025, which will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). This will be the first major international financial assembly in the region, gathering famous scholars, financial officials, and entrepreneurs to discuss the theme "Creating a New Growth Engine."

Among the forum speakers:
- Professor Justin Lin Yifu, former Chief Economist of the World Bank
- Professor Stuart Russell, co-founder of the World Economic Forum’s Council on Artificial Intelligence
- Dr. Kai-Fu Lee, Chairman of Sinovation Ventures
- Joe Tsai, Chairman of Alibaba Group

The forum focuses on exchanging ideas on political leadership, geopolitical tensions, and macroeconomic challenges.

Key Topics of the Forum

The main topics of the forum will address emerging markets, artificial intelligence, fintech, and sustainable development, providing a platform for collaboration between global investors and fundraisers.

Professor Justin Lin Yifu will present an analysis of the global economic landscape and its impact on China, as well as strategies for sustainable growth in challenging conditions. Scholars and business leaders from mainland China, ASEAN, the Middle East, Europe, and the USA will discuss macroeconomics, investment prospects, AI, fintech, and sustainable development.

ASEAN presenters, including Satwinder Singh, will discuss opportunities for financial cooperation between the Middle East and Hong Kong. Prominent experts from Europe and the USA, such as Edward Dolman and Dr. Olli Ren, will enhance the panel discussions with their expertise.

Topics of sustainable development will be presented in the forum sessions, where experts like Sue Lloyd and Martin Neubauer will discuss the adoption of ISSB and its impact on market confidence in Hong Kong's capital markets.

Innovations and Opportunities at AFF

At AFF, the Fintech Showcase, InnoVenture Salon, FintechHK Start-up Salon, and Global Investment Zone will feature to connect fintech companies, startups, and international investments. These zones will showcase technological innovations and foster collaboration.

The InnoVenture Salon will feature technology exhibitions in areas such as regtech, deep tech, green tech, health tech, food tech, and agri-tech, helping entrepreneurs connect with potential clients and investors while enhancing their business strategies. An AFF Deal-making event will also take place, based on experiences from previous years, to connect funding sources through individual meetings.

Since its inception in 2007, AFF has become an important platform for showcasing Hong Kong's international financial status and its role in the region. Hong Kong leverages its geographical position and professional services to strengthen cooperation between Asia and the world.

AFF is a key financial event of the year in Hong Kong, providing professionals with new ideas and opportunities.

Organizer: Hong Kong Trade Development Council

For networking: partners@neglinkafinance.com

See you there!

More details:

Asian Financial Forum: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en/about-aff
Programme: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en/info-programme
List of speakers: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en/speakers