Hong Kong will host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2026 Finance Ministers’ Meeting (FMM) for the first time from October 20 to 21. The event, which will gather finance ministers from 21 APEC member economies and representatives from leading financial institutions, is seen by Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po as an opportunity to showcase the city's comprehensive development and deepen collaboration within the region. The meeting will focus on tackling regional challenges, preparing financial markets for the future amid global uncertainty, and fostering cross-border cooperation in growth, resilience, digital transformation, and sustainable prosperity.