January 21, 2026

Paul Chan attends the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Switzerland; spotlights Hong Kong’s advantages as an international hub for trade and finance Leave a reply HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 January 2026 – Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), has joined about 3,000 world leaders attending the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland (January 19-23). During the WEF Annual Meeting 2026, themed “A Spirit of Dialogue”, Mr Chan attends, speaks and joins discussions at several keynote meetings, luncheons and dinners. He also meets with political, business and financial leaders to brief them on the latest situation in Hong Kong as well as the city’s new opportunities. Mr Chan attended a breakfast reception hosted by virtual asset enterprise Animoca Brands, headquartered in Hong Kong, yesterday (January 20). Speaking at the meeting, Mr Chan said that Hong Kong adopts a proactive yet prudent approach to the development of digital assets guided by the principle of “same activity, same risk, same regulation” to promote responsible and sustainable market development. Since 2023, Hong Kong has issued licences to 11 virtual asset trading platforms, and a licensing regime for stablecoins is expected to be launched later this year. The Financial Secretary also noted the HKSAR Government’s leadership role in promoting tokenisation, including the issuance of three batches of tokenised green bonds amounting to around US$2.1 billion. Mr Chan also engaged with a number of officials from different economies and regional organisations attending the WEF Annual Meeting, including Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance of Thailand, Mr Ekniti Nitithanprapas; the Secretary-General of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, Mr Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi; the Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade of Egypt, Mr Hassan El Khatib; and

Axi to Attend Money Expo Mexico 2026 – Showcasing Trading Solutions and Partnership Opportunities Leave a reply SYDNEY, Jan. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Leading online FX and CFD broker Axi is set to participate in Money Expo Mexico 2026, taking place on February 18–19, 2026, at the Banamex Centre, Mexico City, as industry interest in multi-asset trading solutions and strategic partnerships continues to grow across the region. At the event, Axi will present its latest trading solutions. This includes Copy Trading, its expanding crypto product suite, and Axi Select, the firm’s structured trader funding and progression programme. Prospective partners will have the opportunity to discuss collaboration opportunities aimed at supporting long-term growth within the trading ecosystem. Money Expo Mexico is one of the region’s key financial events, bringing together brokers, traders, investors, fintech providers, and industry leaders to discuss market developments, innovation, and the evolving needs of traders in global markets. Santiago Vazquez-Munoz, Global Head of Sales at Axi, shared: “We are excited to connect with traders, partners, and industry professionals at Money Expo Mexico 2026. Our mission remains to empower traders and partners with the tools, insights, and conditions needed to maximise every opportunity. We look forward to showcasing how Axi continues to deliver value across trading and partnerships.” Throughout the two-day event, visitors to the Axi booth will have the opportunity to meet the Axi team, gain insight into its trading platforms and products, and participate in exclusive on-site activities. Representatives will also be available to discuss partnership models, market trends, and how Axi supports traders operating across multiple asset classes. About Axi: Axi is a global online FX and CFD brand, serving thousands of clients in over 100 countries. It offers CFDs across multiple asset classes including Forex, Shares, Gold, Oil, Crypto, and more. Media Contact: [email protected]