North Asia’s Dual Engines: Japan and Korea’s Capital Connections (Invite only)

Hong Kong is a critical platform for Japanese and Korean firms expanding across Asia. As a hub, Hong Kong offers efficient dealmaking, deep financial talent, robust renminbi markets, and proximity to global LPs, banks, and family offices. This discussion will explore how North Asian conglomerates, financial institutions, and asset managers are leveraging Hong Kong as their regional base for supply-chain coordination, cross-border investment, and partnerships with global and Chinese investors. At the same time, recent improvements in diplomatic and economic relations between Japan and Korea have created a more constructive environment for cross-border collaboration. What complementary strengths can Japan and Korea bring to establish a more forward-looking relationship?