DFSA, Nasdaq Dubai, HKMA, and HKEX establish Strategic Working Group to deepen capital markets cooperation

A Strategic Working Group has been established by DFSA, Nasdaq Dubai, HKMA, and HKEX to enhance cooperation in capital markets. This initiative aims to foster stronger ties and facilitate the development of capital markets across the involved jurisdictions.

Regulator: Dubai Financial Services Authority
Type: News Announcement
Status: Informational
Published: 10 Sept 2026
Topic: International Relations
Impact: Medium

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