HKREITA Chairman Speaks at Regional REITs Forum

On behalf of Hong Kong REITS Association (HKREITA), George Hongchoy, Honorary Founding President and Chairman of HKREITA, joined experts and representatives from different markets at the REITAS Annual Conference 2025 and Regional REITs Forum in Singapore on 16 September 2025 (Tuesday), to share insights on the evolving landscape of REIT markets in Asia.

At the inaugural Regional REITs Forum, Mr Hongchoy briefed the audience about the development journey and outlook of the Hong Kong REIT (H-REIT) market. He expressed confidence in the prospects of H-REIT, highlighting the announcement of the inclusion of REITs in the Stock Connect scheme (REIT Connect), which will increase investment alternatives and diversify stable income options for Mainland China and Hong Kong investors. As the Group CEO of Link Asset Management, the manager of Link REIT, Mr Hongchoy also explained different features of the REIT management models and shared Link’s success story as an internally managed REIT.

Representing the H-REIT sector, Mr Hongchoy joined experts from the REIT markets of Mainland China, Malaysia and India to share insights on market structure, regulations, capital market trends and outlook, along with market-specific nuances.

During the discussion, Mr Hongchoy highlighted HKREITA’s advocacy in advancing regulatory optimisation and tax innovation to balance investor protection with market flexibility, including expanding legal structures and relaxing the two-year property holding rule.

The event was organised by the REIT Association of Singapore, convening REIT managers, investors, analysts, and service providers from across the region.

Click to download Mr Hongchoy’s presentation slides

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