HKEX and ADX Strengthen Partnership with New Cooperation Agreement

Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing (HKEX) and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) have signed a new agreement aimed at deepening collaboration between the two markets. The partnership is designed to broaden investment opportunities and strengthen financial connectivity across Asia and the Middle East.

Under the deal, the exchanges plan to explore cross-listing arrangements, giving companies greater access to international investors. They will also look at developing products tied to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, reflecting growing demand for sustainable investment options. In addition, both sides intend to enhance the availability of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and other financial instruments across their respective markets.

Officials from both HKEX and ADX emphasized that the agreement represents a step toward closer economic ties and more diversified product offerings. The move comes as global exchanges increasingly seek cross-border partnerships to attract capital flows and respond to evolving investor demand.

For market participants, the expanded cooperation could mean a wider range of investment choices, stronger market liquidity, and deeper access to growth opportunities in both Hong Kong and Abu Dhabi.