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Appointments to Standing Committee on Company Law Reform announced

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Appointments to Standing Committee on Company Law Reform announced 
     A spokesman for the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau said, “With the rich experience and professional knowledge of its members, the SCCLR provides valuable advice on the continuous enhancement of our company law, thereby further strengthening Hong Kong’s status as an international commercial and financial centre. We would like to express gratitude to the outgoing members, Mr Paul Chow Koon-ying, Ms Julianne Pearl Doe, Mr Jason Karas and Ms Tiffany Wong Wing-sze, for their contributions to the SCCLR.”
 
     The SCCLR was set up in 1984. It advises the Financial Secretary on amendments to the Companies Ordinance and the Companies (Winding Up and Miscellaneous Provisions) Ordinance, as well as amendments to the Securities and Futures Ordinance on matters relating to corporate governance and shareholders’ protection, as and when necessary.
 
     As from February 1, 2026, the membership list of the SCCLR will be as follows:
 
Mr Johnny Mok Shiu-luen, SC (Chairman)
Mr Jack Chan Hoi
Ms Ivy Cheung Wing-han
Mr Keith Choy Chung-fai
Ms Chui Hoi-yee
Ms Loretta Fong Wan-huen
Mr Dennis Ho Chiu-ping
Ms Sabrina Ho Shuk-ying
Ms Wendy Kam Mei-ha
Mr Geoffrey Edward Kao
Mr Ernest Lee Chun-ho
Ms Janet Li Tze-yan
Dr Stefan Lo Huoy-cheng
Mr David John Simmonds
Ms Flora Wang Fang
Ms Wong Hau-yan
Mr Yeo Boon-ann
 
Ex-officio Members
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Head of Listing
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited
 
General Counsel
Hong Kong Monetary Authority
 
Director, Legal Services Division
Securities and Futures Commission
 
Registrar of Companies
 
Official Receiver
 
Deputy Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury (Financial Services)
Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau
 
Senior Assistant Law Officer (Civil Law)
Department of Justice
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CFS announces food safety report for December 2025 and summary of food surveillance programme for 2025

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department today (January 30) released the findings of its food safety report for last month. The results of about 6 600 food samples tested (including food items purchased online) were found to be satisfactory except for four unsatisfactory samples which were announced earlier. The overall satisfactory rate was 99.9 per cent.

     A CFS spokesman said about 1 500 food samples were collected for microbiological tests, and about 5 100 samples were taken for chemical and radiation level tests.———————————————————-

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Tender for re-opening of 2-year RMB HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds to be held on February 5

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Tender for re-opening of 2-year RMB HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds to be held on February 5      
     An additional amount of RMB1.0 billion of the outstanding 2-year Bonds (issue no. 02GB2711001) will be on offer. The Bonds will mature on November 17, 2027 and will carry interest at the rate of 1.71 per cent per annum payable semi-annually in arrear. The Indicative Pricings of the Bonds on January 30, 2026 are 100.07 with a semi-annualised yield of 1.670 per cent.
      
     Tender is open only to Primary Dealers appointed under the Infrastructure Bond Programme. Anyone wishing to apply for the Bonds on offer can do so through any of the Primary Dealers on the latest published list, which can be obtained from the Hong Kong Government Bonds website at www.hkgb.gov.hk      
     Tender results will be published on the HKMA’s website, the Hong Kong Government Bonds website, Bloomberg (GBHK ) and Refinitiv (IBPGSBPINDEX). The publication time is expected to be no later than 3pm on the tender day. 

Issue Number9.30am to 10.30amRemaining maturity:Approximately 1.77 yearsThe accrued interest to be paid by successful bidders on the issue date (February 9, 2026) for the tender amount is RMB196.77 per minimum denomination of RMB50,000.
(The accrued interest to be paid for tender amount exceeding RMB50,000 may not be exactly equal to the figures calculated from the accrued interest per minimum denomination of RMB50,000 due to rounding).the Stock Exchange
of Hong Kong LimitedIssued at HKT 17:07

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Chinese Medicine Council of Hong Kong responds to media enquiries about practice promotion of Chinese medicine practioners

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The following is issued on behalf of the Chinese Medicine Council of Hong Kong (CMCHK):

In response to media enquiries regarding reports on the promotion of Chinese medicine practices, the CMCHK issued the following statement today (January 30):

The Chinese Medicine Practitioners Board (the Board) of the CMCHK is a statutory body established under the Chinese Medicine Ordinance (Cap. 549) (the Ordinance) and its primary function is to enforce and implement the regulatory measures for Chinese medicine practitioners (CMPs) stipulated in the Ordinance. To ensure high standards of practising conduct within the Chinese medicine profession, the Board has established the code of conduct for CMPs (CoP), which regulates CMPs’ conduct in areas including professional ethics, professional responsibility, professional conduct, practising rules, medical practice and practice advertising, enabling CMPs to meet the standards of the Chinese medicine profession.

The Board persistently maintains a high level of vigilance regarding cases involving the professional conduct of CMPs and has established stringent requirements for their professional ethics, including promotion activities. According to the provisions regarding practice promotion in the CoP, practice promotion refers to the adoption of various promotion measures to enhance the popularity of a CMP so as to gain benefits from his/her business, including the promotion of a CMP, his/her work or his/her practice, by himself/herself or others. The measures may include the provision of information to, and soliciting business from the public or patients. Any information provided by a CMP must be lawful, honest, truthful and not exaggerated. Such information must not solicit patients or solicit business, or arouse unjustifiable public concern or anxiety. Furthermore, it must not be used for commercial promotion of any medical or health-related products or services. The provisions of the CoP concerning an Internet website also apply to social media platforms.

The CoP also clearly stipulates that if a CMP who has any kind of financial or professional relationship with a health care organisation, including using the facilities of or accepting patients referred by the organisation, must exercise due diligence to ensure that the organisation does not advertise in contravention of the principles and rules applicable to individual CMPs, and to discontinue the relationship with an organisation in case of contravention. Regarding the issuance of receipts, the CoP stipulates that a CMP must not issue professional certificates which are untruthful or misleading.

The Board and its Disciplinary Committee of Chinese Medicine Practitioners (Disciplinary Committee) have consistently endeavored to prevent violations of practice promotion through public education and disciplinary procedures. In addition to regularly reminding all CMPs in Hong Kong of the relevant clauses for practice promotion through its newsletters (including last month’s issue), it follows up on each case in a rigorous manner in accordance with the procedures set forth in the subsidiary legislation of the Chinese Medicine Ordinance, the Chinese Medicine Practitioners (Discipline) Regulation, and the CoP.

Over the past five years, the Board and the Disciplinary Committee have investigated a total of 410 cases involving suspected violations of the CoP regarding practice promotion by CMPs. For substantiated allegations, the Disciplinary Committee issued advisory letters to CMPs involved in 365 cases after confirming that the irregularities had been rectified. Should a CMP fail to comply with the requirements of an advisory letter, the Board and the Disciplinary Committee will take further disciplinary action. If, during the course of handling a case, the Board or the Disciplinary Committee suspects that illegal activities are involved, the matter will be immediately referred to the law enforcement authorities for follow up.

Regarding the media report today alleging that online posts by certain individuals or organisations may have violated relevant provisions of the CoP, the Disciplinary Committee is investigating and taking appropriate follow-up actions.

The CMCHK urges members of the public to verify the qualifications of service providers before receiving Chinese medicine services. Members of the public should not blindly trust individuals without professional registration qualifications who claim to offer unique treatments. Since these individuals lack professional training and qualifications, the safety and efficacy of the “treatment” are not guaranteed, and it may even aggravate the condition or cause injuries. Moreover, if members of the public suffer injuries or encounter other problems after receiving the services provided by these individuals, they will not be able to file complaints and hold the individuals accountable for their professional responsibilities with the professional regulatory bodies. Members of the public who suspect that someone is practising without registration and/or unlawfully using the title of a registered healthcare professional should report the matter to the Police. The CMCHK and the Chinese Medicine Regulatory Office of the Department of Health will provide professional support to the Police as appropriate.

Regarding the names on the list of CMPs on the CMCHK website, the CMCHK registers them based on the information shown on the applicants’ identity documents. The Chinese names displayed on the website will be shown in either traditional or simplified Chinese characters according to the relevant documents.

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Tender for the re-opening of 10-year RMB HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds to be held on February 5

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Tender for the re-opening of 10-year RMB HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds to be held on February 5      
     An additional amount of RMB1.25 billion of the outstanding 10-year Bonds (issue no. 10GB3505001) will be on offer. The Bonds will mature on May 15, 2035 and will carry interest at the rate of 2.29 per cent per annum payable semi-annually in arrear. The Indicative Pricings of the Bonds on January 30, 2026 are 101.27 with a semi-annualised yield of 2.138 per cent.
      
     Tender is open only to Primary Dealers appointed under the Infrastructure Bond Programme. Anyone wishing to apply for the Bonds on offer can do so through any of the Primary Dealers on the latest published list, which can be obtained from the Hong Kong Government Bonds website at www.hkgb.gov.hk      
     Tender results will be published on the HKMA’s website, the Hong Kong Government Bonds website, Bloomberg (GBHK ) and Refinitiv (IBPGSBPINDEX). The publication time is expected to be no later than 3pm on the tender day. 

Issue Number9.30am to 10.30amThe accrued interest to be paid by successful bidders on the issue date (February 9, 2026) for the tender amount is RMB263.51 per minimum denomination of RMB50,000.
(The accrued interest to be paid for tender amount exceeding RMB50,000 may not be exactly equal to the figures calculated from the accrued interest per minimum denomination of RMB50,000 due to rounding).the Stock Exchange
of Hong Kong LimitedIssued at HKT 17:07

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52 landlords of subdivided units under regulated tenancies convicted of contravening relevant statutory requirements

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

52 landlords of subdivided units under regulated tenancies convicted of contravening relevant statutory requirements 
     The offences of these 52 landlords include (1) failing to submit a Notice of Tenancy (Form AR2) to the Commissioner of Rating and Valuation within 60 days after the term of the regulated tenancy commenced; (2) failing to produce copies of the bills and provide an account in writing when requiring the tenant to pay for the reimbursement of the apportioned water and/or electricity charges; and (3) requesting the tenant to pay money other than the types permitted under the Ordinance (including requiring the tenant to pay an amount of rent for the second-term tenancy exceeding the maximum amount of rent permitted under the Ordinance).

     The RVD earlier discovered that the landlords failed to comply with the relevant requirements under the Ordinance. Upon a comprehensive investigation and evidence collection, the RVD prosecuted the landlords.
 
     A spokesman for the RVD reiterated that SDU landlords must comply with the relevant requirements under the Ordinance, including prohibiting landlords from doing any act calculated to interfere with the peace or comfort of members of the tenant’s household, with the intention of causing the tenant to give up occupation of the SDU; or requiring the tenant to pay an amount of rent for the second-term tenancy exceeding the maximum amount of rent permitted under the Ordinance, and also reminded  tenants of their rights under the Ordinance, including a four-year (i.e. two years plus two years) security of tenure. He also stressed that the RVD will continue to take resolute enforcement action against any contraventions of the Ordinance. Apart from following up on reported cases, the RVD has been adopting a multipronged approach to proactively identify, investigate and follow up on cases concerning landlords who are suspected of contravening the Ordinance. In particular, the RVD has been requiring landlords of regulated tenancies to provide information and reference documents of their tenancies for checking whether they have complied with the requirements of the Ordinance. If a landlord, without reasonable excuse, refuses to provide the relevant information or neglects the RVD’s request, the landlord commits an offence and is liable to a maximum fine at level 3 ($10,000) and to imprisonment for three months. Depending on the actual circumstances, and having regard to the information and evidence collected, the RVD will take appropriate actions on individual cases, including instigating prosecution against suspected contraventions of the Ordinance. In addition, the RVD has started a new round of publicity and education work to enhance public awareness about the key offences and penalties, emphasising that the RVD proactively checks whether landlords have committed the offences under the Ordinance.  
     The RVD reminds that pursuant to the Ordinance, a regulated cycle of regulated tenancies is to comprise two consecutive regulated tenancies (i.e. the first-term tenancy and second-term tenancy) for an SDU, and the term of each regulated tenancy is two years. A tenant of a first-term tenancy for an SDU is entitled to be granted a second-term tenancy of the regulated cycle, thus enjoying a total of four years of security of tenure. The RVD has been issuing letters enclosing relevant information to the landlords and tenants concerned of regulated tenancies in batches, according to the expiry time of their first-term tenancies, to assist them in understanding the important matters pertaining to the second-term tenancy, and to remind them about the procedures that need to be followed about two months prior to the commencement of the purported second-term tenancy as well as their respective obligations and rights under the Ordinance. These landlords and tenants may also visit the dedicated page for the second-term tenancy on the RVD’s website (www.rvd.gov.hk/en/tenancy_matters/second_term_tenancy.html 
     For enquiries related to regulated tenancies, please call the telephone hotline (2150 8303) or visit the RVD’s webpage (www.rvd.gov.hk/en/our_services/part_iva.htmlIssued at HKT 17:12

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ITC and ICAC join efforts in combating fraud under Technology Voucher Programme

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

ITC and ICAC join efforts in combating fraud under Technology Voucher Programme      
     On the joint efforts with the ICAC in combating fraud under the Technology Voucher Programme (TVP), an ITC spokesperson said, “The ITC and the Hong Kong Productivity Council, which serves as the Secretariat of the TVP, have long been rigorously reviewing the information submitted by applicants to ensure the eligibility of the applications and that the project deliverables conform to relevant requirements. The current case demonstrates the high level of vigilance perceived by members of the ITC and the Secretariat, who proactively reported the concerned cases to law enforcement agencies when there was suspicion during the vetting procedures, and worked hand in hand with the ICAC during the investigation process. With the assistance of the ITC and the Secretariat, the ICAC successfully cracked the case and brought the criminal syndicate to justice.”
      
     The TVP was launched in 2016 to subsidise local enterprises/organisations in using technological services and solutions on a matching basis, to improve productivity, upgrade or transform their business processes. The Hong Kong Productivity Council serves as the TVP’s Secretariat. As the TVP had achieved its original objectives, it had ceased to accept new applications after December 31, 2024.
      
     The ITC and the Secretariat will continue to handle remaining projects and tasks under the TVP following the most rigorous standard to ensure that the project deliverables conform to relevant requirements, and stay highly vigilant for immediate referral of any suspicious cases to law enforcement agencies for follow-up.
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Govt opposes port ruling

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government today said it strongly disapproves of a court ruling that the Panamanian government’s renewal of contracts with Hutchison Ports Panama Ports Company, was unconstitutional.

The contracts involve two ports in Panama.

In a statement, the Hong Kong SAR Government said that in view of the current situation in Panama, Hong Kong enterprises should carefully review their existing and future investments there

It said it strongly opposes any foreign government using coercive, repressive or otherwise unreasonable means in international economic and trade relations to seriously harm the legitimate business interests of Hong Kong enterprises.

The statement added that such actions also seriously harm the business environment in Panama, undermine investor confidence, and adversely affect the bilateral relations and long-term economic development of the two places.

The Hong Kong SAR Government emphasised that the Panamanian government should respect the spirit of contracts and provide a fair and just business environment for companies operating there legally.

It added that the Panamanian government should ensure that the legitimate rights of enterprises are free from any interference, and that Hong Kong enterprises operating and investing in Panama should be treated and protected fairly and reasonably.

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104k private flats projected

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

The projected private flat supply for the next three to four years is 104,000 units, 2,000 more than the previous estimate.

The Housing Bureau said today there were 23,000 unsold units in completed projects at the end of December last year.

There were also 61,000 units under construction, excluding those pre-sold by developers; and 20,000 units from disposed sites where construction may start at any time.

The number of flats under construction in the fourth quarter last year was 1,900, while 5,100 units were completed during the same period.

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BSMI Supports Industry and Safeguards Public Livelihoods with Precision Measurement Technology

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

As the competent authority of weights and measures in Taiwan, the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) under the Ministry of Economic Affairs is responsible for establishing and maintaining the nation’s highest measurement standards. By providing precision measurement technologies and application services across diverse industries, the BSMI has established 133 sets of national measurement standards across 17 fields, which have achieved mutual recognition with 102 economies worldwide.
To showcase Taiwan’s achievements in establishing the highest measurement standards and its innovative R&D in calibration and measurement technologies, the BSMI held a press conference titled “Precision Measurement Technology: Supporting Industry and Safeguarding Public Livelihoods,” highlighting its achievement in ” Harmonizing the Use of Weights and Measuring Units to Ensure Measurement Accuracy.”

To ensure fairness in commercial transactions and the credibility of law enforcement, the BSMI has designated 22 categories of legal measuring instruments subject to mandatory verification. Every unit-including electricity meters, water meters, diaphragm gas meters, weighing instruments, taximeters, breathe alcohol testers and analyzers, oil meters, and speedometers used in law enforcement-must undergo verification before being imported or released from the factory.

The BSMI annually verifies over 4 million metrology devices. Besides, the BSMI conducts market surveillance and inspections and sample testing on more than 60,000 metrology devices currently in use each year, ensuring that every device bearing the “Verification Mark” (the Chinese character ‘Picture as attachment file’) remains accurate and reliable.
To facilitate industrial advancement, BSMI’s National Measurement Laboratory (NML) provides over 5,000 standard calibration services annually. By disseminating the highest measurement standards to 2,200 calibration and testing laboratories, the BSMI supports 4 million testing services across various industries, generating an estimated NT$20 billion in testing output value.

In addition, the BSMI continues to develop advanced applications on calibration and measurement technologies. Key achievements include:
1.Nanoscale Measurement Technology
New advances in nanoscale metrology are helping the semiconductor industry achieve tighter control over critical dimensions (CD), boost chip performance, ensure material purity, and raise overall production yields.

2.Self-Calibrating Temperature Sensors for Industrial Equipment
A new generation of self-calibrating temperature sensors now enables online calibration without dismantling equipment, cutting calibration time from 12 days to just 30 minutes. Meanwhile, the Digital Linear Guide Adjustment Technology reduces the assembly and alignment time for machine tool linear guides from 90 minutes to 30 minutes.

3.Acoustic-AI Inspection for Wind Turbines
An integrated acoustic and AI system now allows wind turbine blades to be inspected without shutting down operations. Inspection time has dropped from 30 minutes to 5 minutes, with accuracy surpassing 90%, significantly lowering operation and maintenance (O&M) costs.

4.Domestic Calibration for Railway Boundary Measuring Instruments
A new locally developed calibration capability for railway boundary measuring instruments is significantly reducing both turnaround time and associated costs.

The BSMI emphasized its commitment to not only maintaining the alignment of national standards with international benchmarks but also continuing to develop forward-looking measurement technologies. By providing a foundation of precision measurement to support scientific and technological progress, the BSMI aims to build a reliable and secure living environment for the public.

Responsible Division: Metrology Administration Division
Contact Person: Chang, Chao-Ching, Deputy Director
Tel. (O):+886-2396-7149
Email:hush.chang@bsmi.gov.tw