Signs, billboards and posters for the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Finance Ministers’ Meeting 2026 in Hong Kong are on display across the city’s business districts.

Hosted by the Chinese Ministry of Finance and organized by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government, the meeting will take place Oct 20 and 21 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

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On Oct 6, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu outlined the agenda, which will cover macroeconomic and financial conditions, financial inclusion, digital infrastructure financing, and exchanges among young finance professionals.

Lee promised visiting delegations from member economies a high-quality experience. A welcome dinner, discussions, and site visits will also be held as part of the meeting.

China Daily photographer Andy Chong captures the sense of anticipation.