Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto)

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Toronto (HKETO) hosted a networking event on November 4 to welcome a delegation from the Law Society of Hong Kong (Law Society), led by its Vice-President, Mr Christopher Yu, during their visit to Toronto to attend the International Bar Association (IBA) Annual Conference 2025. The event, bringing together legal professionals, business leaders and government representatives from Hong Kong, Canada and other jurisdictions, provided an opportunity for professional exchange and collaboration among the legal communities.

Delivering an opening remark at the event, the Acting Director of the HKETO in Toronto, Mr Gavin Yeung, commended the Law Society for its efforts in promoting Hong Kong’s legal services and professional excellence on the international stage. He noted that Hong Kong’s robust legal framework continues to be well recognised in the world.

“The rule of law and judicial independence are the cornerstone of Hong Kong’s success,” he said. “Hong Kong’s common law system, coupled with a strong tradition of judicial professionalism, ensures that businesses can continue to operate in a stable legal environment. This strength has long supported our role as a leading international business and financial centre.”

Mr Yeung also emphasised Hong Kong’s role as the only common law jurisdiction within China, uniquely positioned to bridge Chinese Mainland and the rest of the world. “With our internationally aligned legal system, world-class dispute resolution services, and connectivity with Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong remains a vital ‘super-connector’ in the global economy,” he added.

Meanwhile, Mr Yu shared with the attendees the latest legal developments in Hong Kong and presented a comprehensive account of Hong Kong’s legal landscape.

The IBA Annual Conference is one of the most prominent events on the global legal calendar, attracting legal organisations, practitioners and scholars from around the world.  The Law Society delegation’s visit to Toronto showcased Hong Kong’s ongoing commitment to strengthening international legal cooperation and deepening mutual understanding with its international counterparts.