Hang Seng Bank backs policy measures to bolster markets, finance

Chief exec Diana Cesar said that they will continue to work closely with Hong Kong authorities.

Hang Seng Bank has welcomed recently announced government measures that aim to leverage Hong Kong’s financial strengths, including the strengthening of equity, bond, and currency markets.

“The strategies focus on strengthening Hong Kong’s equity, bond and currency markets, while also advancing the insurance, asset management and wealth management sectors,” the Hong Kong-headquartered bank said in a statement on 17 September 2025.

Hang Seng Bank also noted measures aimed at reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as the world’s largest offshore renminbi (RMB) hub.

The measures also aim to build a premier international gold trading market in Hong Kong and promote continued development of green and sustainable finance, the bank said.

“As Hong Kong’s largest local bank, Hang Seng fully supports the government’s measures and will continue to work closely with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and relevant government departments,” said Diana Cesar, executive director and chief executive of Hang Seng Bank in the statement.

Cesar said that Hang Seng Bank is committed to helping our customers capture the new economic opportunities presented in the 2025 Policy Address.