Joint Consultation Summary on the Amendments to the Over-the-Counter Derivatives Trading Regulations under the Clearing Rules by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority

According to the official announcement, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority have published a joint consultation summary regarding the amendments to the over-the-counter derivatives trading regulations under the Clearing Rules. In light of the broad market support, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority will proceed with the legislative process to introduce the proposed amendments to the Clearing Rules, with plans to implement the relevant amendments starting from March 1, 2027 (the proposed start date for the new calculation period).