Review of Hong Kong's key tax incentives - Webinar 2026

In response to increasing global competition and evolving economic priorities, the Hong Kong SAR Government has introduced a range of targeted tax incentives to strengthen its position as a leading international financial centre. These measures aim to enhance Hong Kongs attractiveness across strategic sectors, including financial services, asset management, and leasing activities.

This webinar provides a structured review of the major profits tax incentives in Hong Kong, focusing on their policy objectives, practical application, and implications for business operations and investment structures. Participants will gain an understanding of the eligibility requirements, compliance considerations, and anti-avoidance provisions associated with these regimes.

The session will also explore how these incentives interact with international tax developments and how they can be effectively integrated into corporate tax planning strategies.

Key topics covered:

• Principles and policy objectives of Hong Kong tax incentives
• Taxation of corporate treasury and financial activities
• Profits tax exemption regimes for funds and asset management
• Tax concessions for ship leasing and aircraft leasing activities
• Tax incentives for family office
• Anti-avoidance measures

Trainer:

Dr Percy Wong is the Programme Leader of the BBA Hons in Accountancy at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), where he teaches accounting and taxation at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He has over 30 years of experience in tax consultancy and education. Dr Wong is a joint editor of the Asia Pacific Journal of Taxation and coauthor of Hong Kong Taxation A Practical Guide, a widely adopted reference for professional examinations. He serves on the Council of the Taxation Institute of Hong Kong and was a former member of the Hong Kong Inland Revenue Board of Review.