A collaborative academic vision for Hong Kong’s medical device regulatory transformation
Abstract
Hong Kong has a unique position as a financial hub connecting East and West.With support from the Greater Bay Area (GBA), there has been a significant local and regional drive to innovate in Hong Kong, and the city's startup ecosystem is thriving.In 2024, the number of startups in Hong Kong grew by 10% to more than 4600, employing 17 651 people. 1 Supported by a top-tier healthcare system and skilled professionals, Hong Kong has the opportunity to develop as a medical technology innovation hub.A key element in supporting this ambition is a regulatory framework that is currently undergoing an important transformation.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Healthcare Regulation
Biomedical Ethics and Regulation
Quality and Safety in Healthcare
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Hong Kong Medical Journal
- Volume
- 32
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 4–5
- Publication date
- 2 February 2026
- Language
- EN