Hong Kong's ASTRI, following its April 2026 merger with NAMI, is showcasing new AI and advanced materials technologies at LEAP East. The integration has strengthened cross-disciplinary research, leading to innovations like artificial skin, AI-enhanced firewalls, and energy-efficient cooling systems, while also expanding into Middle Eastern markets.
Hong Kong successfully hosted the LEAP East exhibition, drawing over 25,000 visitors and securing its position as the sole Asian host for the next three years. The event reinforces the city's status as a global innovation and technology hub.
国际科技与信息技术展LEAP East在香港揭幕，吸引逾3.5万人出席。香港与沙特企业正从单向投资升级为“双向奔赴”，寻求业务共建与市场互驻。香港作为“超级联系人”，助力中国企业进入沙特及亚太市场，并吸引沙特投资。
Saudi tech firm Elm, backed by the Public Investment Fund, visited Hong Kong for the first time to explore co-developing a smart city and establishing a regional market gateway. The visit coincided with the LEAP East 2026 tech conference.
Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan will lead a business delegation to Saudi Arabia later this year, following the city's hosting of the LEAP East 2026 tech conference. The trip aims to boost ties and explore collaboration under Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
