LEAP East 2026, the first LEAP conference to be held outside of Saudi Arabia, highlights Hong Kong’s role as a unique gateway connecting the Chinese Mainland with the world.
Running at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre until tomorrow, the event has brought together 340 speakers, 450 exhibitors and over 35,000 visitors from 30 countries and regions.
Among the exhibitors is a Saudi digital enterprise specialising in artificial intelligence and data analytics. Its Strategic Relations Vice President Majid Saad Alarifi said LEAP East can facilitate the expansion of its overseas business.
He elaborated that with governments showing increasing interest in the smart city concept, Hong Kong, as a high-tech and well-governed place, provides an excellent platform allowing his firm to tap into the Asia-Pacific market.
Meanwhile, at the HKSTP Pavilion set up by the Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation, 23 park companies are showcasing their innovations and services. Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation Chief Marketing Officer Hilda Chan stressed that LEAP East realises Hong Kong’s role as a super-connector.
She added that the event has brought startups to Hong Kong so that they can better understand the city’s ecosystem, while also allowing Hong Kong startups to connect with overseas investors and find business match-ups.
