Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) has released a Board proposal to replace its Existing Articles of Association with a new set designed to align the company’s corporate constitution with the Securities and Futures Uncertificated Securities Market (USM) Rules.
Key details are as follows:
• Compliance Objective: The New Articles incorporate provisions required once HKEX shares become “Participating Securities” under Chapter 571AS of the Laws of Hong Kong. Additional revisions cover proxy appointment procedures and other housekeeping enhancements for clarity.
• Approval Process: Adoption of the New Articles is conditional on (1) a special resolution by shareholders at an upcoming general meeting and (2) written approval from the Securities and Futures Commission.
• General Meeting Logistics: – Date & Time: Friday, 6 November 2026, 4:30 p.m. – Format: Hybrid (physical venue at HKEX Connect Hall, One and Two Exchange Square, Central, Hong Kong, with concurrent online participation). – Documentation: The circular detailing all amendments, the meeting notice, attendance guidance, and proxy form will be made available on the HKEX Group and HKEXnews websites before the meeting. Voting results will be published on the HKEX Group website shortly after the event.
• Governance Snapshot: As of 8 October 2026, HKEX’s Board comprises 12 Independent Non-executive Directors—headed by Chairman Carlson Tong—and one Executive Director, Bonnie Chan (Chief Executive).
The announcement reiterates that the Securities and Futures Commission assumes no responsibility for the contents of the statement.