Exploring Hong Kong as a Strategic Gateway for Chinese SMEs’ Global Expansion in 2026

On January 8, a themed seminar on Chinese SMEs’ global expansion in 2026 was successfully held at the Shenzhen branch of the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), attracting around 70 participants from growth-stage and internationally minded enterprises. The event was jointly organized by InCorp International, Dezan Shira & Associates, and HKSTP, with support from Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, Shenzhen Branch.

Against the backdrop of accelerating overseas expansion and ongoing global supply chain restructuring, the seminar focused on how Chinese SMEs can adopt a cost-efficient, risk-controlled, and sustainable approach to internationalization. Led by Shanshan Liu, Regional Marketing Manager at Dezan Shira & Associates and Moderator of the event, speakers highlighted Hong Kong’s role as a strategic and practical starting point for managing cross-border compliance, financial structuring, and regional expansion.

Michael Gong, Executive Director of InCorp International, shared insights on emerging outbound trends and common risk areas in overseas expansion, emphasizing the importance of using Hong Kong as a compliance and coordination hub.

Ethan Hu, Business Development Manager at HKSTP, introduced how the Hong Kong–Shenzhen innovation ecosystem supports enterprises in connecting Greater Bay Area R&D resources with global opportunities. He also highlighted HKSTP’s comprehensive facilities and support infrastructure designed to help technology companies scale from the Greater Bay Area to global markets.

From a banking perspective, Ms. Yanmin Li, Team leader of the SME Banking Department at Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, Shenzhen Branch, outlined how global banking networks can support cross-border operations and capital management.

Following the presentations, participants engaged in lively discussions and exchanges with the speakers, sharing practical questions and perspectives on overseas structuring, compliance, and risk management.

“2026年中小企业出海新方向：从香港到全球主题研讨会”成功举行

1月8日，“2026年中小企业出海新方向：从香港到全球”主题研讨会在香港科学园深圳分园成功举办，吸引了70余家成长期及具国际视野的企业代表参与。本次研讨会由彦德国际集团（InCorp International）、协力管理咨询（Dezan Shira & Associates）和香港科技园公司（HKSTP）联合主办，并得到渣打银行（中国）有限公司深圳分行的鼎力支持。

在当前企业出海步伐加快和全球供应链重构的背景下，研讨会聚焦中国中小企业如何以低成本、强风控、可持续的方式开拓国际市场。在协力管理咨询区域市场经理、本场活动主持人刘姗姗的开场发言后，发言嘉宾重点阐述了香港作为战略支点，在跨境合规管理、财务架构搭建及区域业务拓展等方面的重要作用。

彦德国际执行董事龚彦斌就当前出海新趋势及海外扩张常见风险领域分享洞见，强调香港作为合规协调中心的重要价值。香港科技园公司业务发展经理胡泽南详细介绍了香港与深圳创新生态如何助力企业联动湾区研发资源与全球机遇，并重点展示了HKSTP为帮助科技企业从大湾区走向全球市场所构建的完善设施及支持体系。

渣打银行（中国）有限公司深圳分行中小企业部团队主管李艳敏女士则从银行视角出发，解析全球银行业务网络如何为跨境运营与资金管理提供支持。

主题演讲结束后，与会嘉宾与讲者展开热烈讨论，围绕海外架构搭建、合规管理及风险控制等实操问题进行了深度交流。