Hong Kong: A Globally Acclaimed Business Hub of Integrity
Why Businesses Choose Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of the world’s most trusted places for doing business. Underpinned by strong rule of law, a robust anti-corruption system, and unwavering public commitment to integrity, it provides a transparent, fair and clean environment for businesses to invest, compete, and grow, while serving as a strategic gateway to regional markets.
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Global Recognition
Leading international organisations consistently rank Hong Kong among the world’s least corrupt jurisdiction, reinforcing its global competitiveness.
Among the World’s Least Corrupt Places
Transparency International
Corruption Perceptions Index 2025, Transparency International
- 12th least corrupt place among 182 countries/territories
- Up 5 places from the previous year
- One of the top performers in the Asia-Pacific region
One of the Most Corruption-Free Places in the World
World Justice Project
Rule of Law Index 2025, World Justice Project
- 9th globally for "Absence of Corruption" among 143 countries/territories
- 3rd in East Asia & Pacific Region
One of the World’s Most Competitive Economies
International Institute for Management Development
World Competitiveness Yearbook 2026, International Institute for Management Development
- 2nd most competitive among 70 economies worldwide
- 12th globally and 2nd in the Asia-Pacific region for "Bribery and Corruption Do Not Exist"
Integrity as a Core Value
Integrity is a core value of Hong Kong society. The ICAC Annual Survey findings demonstrate that integrity is embedded in the expectations of both the community and the business sector.
Zero Tolerance for Corruption
Public’s high awareness of evils of corruption
- 90.4% of the respondents expressed zero tolerance for corruption
- Average tolerance score: 0.3 out of 10, where 0 represents total intolerance and 10 represents total tolerance
- Public’s high awareness of evils of corruption and the importance of maintaining a high ethical standard
Corruption is Uncommon
Clean corruption scene in Hong Kong
High Integrity
Public’s core value of probity
- 97.4% of respondents agreed that keeping Hong Kong corruption-free was important to the overall development of Hong Kong
A Clean Business Environment
Hong Kong’s clean business environment is built upon a foundation of integrity, offering companies the following distinct competitive advantages.
For companies looking to establish or expand their presence in Asia, Hong Kong continues to provide a trusted platform for sustainable business and investment.
Fair and transparent competition
Lower compliance and operational risks
Stronger corporate governance
Enhanced business reputation and investor confidence
Trusted gateway to opportunities across Asia
