Despite changes to regulations, Hong Kong IPOs are still set to remain robust this year with six firms already listing this week, according to Frank Bi, Asia head of corporate transactions at law firm Ashurst.
In a special interview, AIA's group chief investment officer reflects on his career, how different crises have impacted Asia's financial sector, China's opening up and how investing is becoming more sophisticated.
Recent deals have involved hotel, food delivery and energy assets from firms in Vietnam, Taiwan, Japan and Thailand. Japanese corporates are seeking diversification in western markets.