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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nMusheer Ahmed, Founder & MD, FinStep Asia and Co-lead, HK Web3 Blueprint talks to Blockwind News Editor-in-Chief Tsering Namgyal about the Hong Kong Web3 Blueprint developed by Web3 Harbour.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Q1: What does Web3 Harbour blueprint for HK provide in terms of strategic vision?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A: The Hong Kong Web3 Blueprint developed by Web3 Harbour – Hong Kong-based industry association for the development of the decentralised internet and digital asset economy – is a call to action for public-private sector collaboration. It is a comprehensive initiative designed to provide a focal point for industry consultation, foster alignment with government policy, and guide the sustainable growth and furtherance of a Web3-enabled financial future for Hong Kong\u2014grounded in local capability, aligned with global opportunity, and powered by open, decentralised systems. Developed through vigorous research and thoughtful collaborative effort & discourse via roundtables with 50+ leaders, innovators, and stakeholders, the Blueprint is a visionary and actionable roadmap for Hong Kong\u2019s financial future powered by Web3 capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Q2: What does the research that went into it reveal about Hong Kong’s goal to become a global Web3 hub?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A: Web3 technology is redefining how we interact, transact, and build trust in the digital economy and promises a future of transparency, security, and user empowerment, values that align with Hong Kong\u2019s commitment to fostering innovation and ethical adoption of blockchain technologies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n With the digital assets landscape evolving rapidly, our blueprint\u2019s roadmap identifies actionable strategies and use cases that align with Hong Kong\u2019s policy objectives and we advocate that swift movements are necessary for Hong Kong to become the Web3 and digital finance supercentre for the next generation. The blueprint underscores that the fusion of an agile regulatory environment and proactive market reforms with the innovative energy of the private sector will be key to unlocking Hong Kong\u2019s full potential as a global financial hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Q3. How does HK try to supersede other Web3 hubs like Singapore and Dubai?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A: With a strong regulatory foundation, accelerating adoption of AI, and the maturity of decentralised technologies – Hong Kong\u2019s window of opportunity has never been greater. Hong Kong\u2019s trusted reputation, global connectivity, and massive asset base, combined with the benefits of Web3 technologies, position us to embed innovation directly into the architecture of the financial industry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n By driving innovation specifically in areas like open finance, tokenised capital markets, carbon markets, international trade and supply chain finance and digital wealth management, Hong Kong has the opportunity to set the global standard and embrace open, decentralised systems to create a more accessible, efficient, and inclusive financial services industry and to become the world\u2019s premier Web3 financial hub. Our ability to attract the right capital, liquidity, and talent to come, build, trade, and invest here can further elevate our leadership position in the overall Web3 ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Q4: Can you briefly describe the six foundation stones of Web3 as outlined in the blueprint?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A: While virtual assets are an important part of the new financial economy, the Blueprint provides a broader point of view on how the technology can enhance other sectors of the financial market and our economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Specifically, blockchain-powered networks have distinct advantages over centralised systems. We refer to these as \u201cWeb3 Superpowers.\u201d and they include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Q5. Hong Kong government is already proactive in promoting Web3. Did the blueprint reveal areas that it needs to work on more?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A: The Hong Kong government has been proactively developing the Web3.0 ecosystem, including launching of recent legislation on stablecoins and regulatory consultation OTC dealing and Custody services. This is underpinned by the LEAP framework announced recently in the Government\u2019s Policy Statement 2.0 on Digital Assets as also the Hong Kong SFC\u2019s ASPIRE roadmap. The intention of the Web3 Harbour is to further support these initiatives by advocating the benefits of including Web3 technologies in the architecture of Hong Kong\u2019s International Financial Hub. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Our Blueprint shows that, while the intrinsic digital capabilities of our region are robust, the pace of innovation and competition requires us to act now. Hong Kong needs a unified effort by government, business, and industry to take decisive action to address talent shortages, market infrastructure gaps, access to funding, establishing Global Standard and by implementing prudent & cohesive regulatory frameworks, Hong Kong has an opportunity to lead digital finance and Web3 adoption worldwide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n To further the Blueprint\u2019s action plan, the Web3 Harbour is already working on Phase 2, where we will launch five industry-level task forces to develop and implement tactical actions based on the Blueprint\u2019s recommendations, addressing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" July 23, 2025 By Tsering Namgyal Musheer Ahmed, Founder & MD, FinStep Asia and Co-lead, HK Web3 Blueprint talks to Blockwind News Editor-in-Chief Tsering Namgyal about the Hong Kong Web3 Blueprint developed by Web3 Harbour. Q1: What does Web3 Harbour blueprint for HK provide in terms of strategic vision? 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