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Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s legal system is based on common law principles and statute, and closely resembles the law of England and Wales. There are about 6,500 Hong Kong qualified solicitors for a population of 7 million inhabitants. This makes Hong Kong the best served Asian market for legal services, and its legal market is highly competitive.

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Hong Kong: houses the most UK Solicitors practicing overseas

Just over one thousand English and Welsh solicitors are practicing in Hong Kong.  Numbers are up by 20% from 2009 as UK solicitors service the ever growing Asian market for legal services.

Register now: Think Asia, Think Hong Kong

The global economy is increasingly driven by the dynamic markets of Asia, particularly China. Hong Kong's special relationship with both the Chinese mainland and the United Kingdom, and its status as Asia's international trade and financial hub, makes it the best platform for British companies looking to tap new business opportunities in the region.

Opportunity to meet experts in Hong Kong, 24 March

Learn how your business can benefit from exploring new opportunities in the region through market specific clinics, bespoke one to one meetings and keynote speakers at a UKTI conference in Hong Kong.

Why does Hong Kong still matter to the UK?

Mrs Agnes Allcock, new Director-General of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, set out her thoughts in the speech at the Houses of Parliament.