The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) jointly announced measures to expand two-way financing, product development and institutional cooperation between Mainland China and Hong Kong. The package supports eligible companies seeking listings or issuing bonds across the two markets, a wider range of renminbi-denominated and settled futures in Hong Kong, and more exchange-traded funds (ETFs), including through a fast-track registration mechanism for conventional equity ETFs. The measures also support greater cooperation on Chinese asset indices, the overseas expansion of eligible securities firms and fund companies using Hong Kong as a base, and pilot programs for listed companies to disclose climate-related transition plans. The regulators will explore a streamlined route for securities and futures professionals working at Hong Kong banks to obtain relevant Mainland professional qualifications. The SFC and CSRC will strengthen coordination on cross-market issuance and listings, intermediary supervision, risk monitoring and information sharing. They also plan to deepen cooperation in global financial governance and regional capital market regulation.