Mutual Recognition of Funds (MRF) between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Hong Kong (Note: The Securities and Commodities Authority as referred to in this circular has been renamed as the Capital Market Authority)
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What the SFC said
The SFC and the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (now the Capital Market Authority) signed a memorandum of understanding on 17 September 2025 establishing mutual recognition of funds. Eligible UAE-domiciled funds may seek SFC authorisation for public offering in Hong Kong, subject to the circular's eligibility and ongoing requirements.
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