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Hong Kong’s common law edge to propel HKICC past London and Singapore

3 months ago012 mins

José Antonio Maurellet SC, chairman of the Hong Kong Bar Association, holds a copy of association’s latest publication Voices during an exclusive interview with China Daily in Hong Kong on June 5, 2026. (ZHAO ZIWEN / CHINA DAILY) Hong Kong’s planned International Commercial Court (HKICC) will leverage the city’s unique standing as a common law…

John Lee says the establishment of the court fully demonstrates the city’s unique advantages under “one country, two systems” principle. Photo: Karma Lo

Hong Kong sets up international commercial court to tackle major cross-border disputes

3 months ago02 mins

Hong Kong has established an international commercial court specialising in adjudicating major cross-border disputes, with the justice chief saying it will strengthen the city’s role as a global legal hub under the national plan. The Hong Kong International Commercial Court (HKICC) was launched on Thursday as a dedicated platform for global enterprises to resolve high-value…