On June 6, CR SWCS was invited to attend ACRU 2025 (The 26th Annual Corporate and Regulatory Update) hosted by the Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute. As a leading professional corporate services provider, we are dedicated in spearheading corporate governance and related areas, and have been supporting this annual landmark event for 12 consecutive years. CR SWCS actively participated in sessions together with audiences both in person as well as online to receiving the latest updates on corporate governance and regulatory developments from six government departments and regulators. The key highlights include:

• Securities and Futures Commission and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited
• Provided updates on guidelines regarding corporate governance disclosure obligations and how to better prepare for the implementation of Uncertificated Securities Market (USM)
• Companies Registry
• Presented advancements in company law, covering the company re-domiciliation regime, the paperless initiative and the treasury share regime
• Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau
• Delivered insights into the latest policies and regulations within the financial services sector
• Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
• Shared timely measures which can strengthen integrity management, aimed to foster corporate ethics and compliance
• Digital Policy Office
• Emphasized the key role of digital identity verification in building trust-based ecosystems, supporting Hong Kong’s transition to a digital-first economy

These reforms are pivotal for enhancing efficiency and modernising corporate practices. Moving forward, CR SWCS remains committed to advocating for robust corporate governance frameworks, implementing forward-looking compliance strategies, and cultivating strategic foresight. In partnership with industry stakeholders, we strive to uphold Hong Kong’s fair, transparent market operating environment and enhance competitiveness, reinforcing its position as a global financial hub.