Hong Kong Expands Tokenization Strategy into Shipping and Corporate Finance
Hong Kong is accelerating its integration of blockchain technology across key economic sectors. Financial Services and Treasury Bureau Director Christopher Hui confirmed targeted applications in international shipping leasing and corporate fund management during interviews with Southern Finance 21st Century Economic Report. The initiative represents a deliberate shift from speculative crypto applications toward institutional infrastructure development.
The territory recently issued HK$10 billion in digital green bonds - currently the world's largest blockchain-based bond offering. This follows Hong Kong's updated Digital Asset Development Policy Declaration 2.0 framework. Stablecoin licensing applications are now under regulatory review, with initial approvals expected in 2025 under strict issuance controls.
