On 26 September, 2024, Associate Dean Ms. Khong led a team of 25 doctoral students from the Faculty of Finance, City University of Macau to engage in academic exchange with the Chongwa (Macau) Financial Asset exchange Co.,Ltd. (MOX). The event was warmly hosted by the General Manager of the MOX Product Development Centre Ms. Duan Zhoujun, Deputy Director of Hong Kong Operations Department Mr. Zhang Jiaxin and Head of the Market Division ll Mr. Lan Luyi.

At the beginning of the event, the General Manager Ms. Duan Zhoujun warmly welcomed the delegation from the Faculty of Finance at City University of Macau and emphasized the long-standing and close partnership between MOX and the Faculty of Finance. Also noting that both parties are committed to advancing Financial Industry in Macau. In response, Associate Dean Ms. Khong expressed sincere thanks to MOX for its continuous support of the Finance of Faculty and for the warm hospitality and thoughtful arrangements made for this event.

Following the welcome address, Deputy Director Mr. Zhang Jiaxin and Division Head Mr. Lan Luyi provided detailed presentation on the financial bond market and the financial environment in Macau. As the first financial institution in Macau offering services such as bond issuance, listing, trading, registration, and custody, MOX has successfully filled a critical gap in Macau’s direct financing channels since its establishment in December 2018, providing essential support to the financial market. MOX has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE), launching dual listing products between the two exchanges. This collaboration has further strengthened the connectivity between Macau and European capital markets, particularly in the area of green finance innovation. Through this partnership, MOX has created new opportunities not only for bond issuers in Macau but also for international investors seeking to enter the Greater Bay Area market. As the cooperation between Macau and Luxembourg deepens, the liquidity of both capital markets will continue to increase. Fostering stronger financial ties between Asia and Europe and supporting the financial integration of the Belt and Road Initiative. Furthermore, Macau's positioning as a trade cooperation service platform between China and Portuguese-speaking countries has provided significant support for the development of its financial industry. The establishment of the Guangdong-Macau In-Depth Cooperation Zone has also brought new opportunities for the growth of Macau’s financial market.

Following the presentation session, the doctoral students actively raised questions regarding Macau's bond exchange and related bond market knowledge, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere. The General Manager of MOX Ms. Duan Zhoujun encouraged the students to focus on continuous learning, active listening, and keen observation. She emphasized the importance of building a solid foundation through practical experience, which would pave the way for broader career opportunities and deeper reflections on future career planning.

The exchange program was highly informative and engaging, with the doctoral students expressing that they greatly benefited from the experience. Not only deepen their understanding of the bond market, but it also provided them with valuable advice for their future career development. In conclusion, Associate Dean Ms. Khong once again extended her sincere gratitude to MOX for its continued support. She expressed hope for further collaboration with MOX to jointly establish a platform for industry-academia-research exchange, providing students with practical learning experiences and cultivating talents with specialized knowledge of the bond market.