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APREA GBA Conference

APREA’s GBA Conference spotlights 2026 opportunities across the Greater Bay Area, from the macro outlook and regulatory shifts to the cross-border rise of REITs. Through keynotes and panels on growth sectors--such as logistics, data centres, biotech, green energy--and investor strategies, the event maps how policy, innovation, and capital are shaping a multi-city investment platform.

If you would like to join the conference, please email gordon.tang@aprea.asia.

Programme

1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Registration
2:00 PM to 2:10 PM
Welcome Remarks

Speaker

Christina Hau

Christina Hau

Chairperson
APREA Hong Kong Chapter

CEO
Champion REIT

2:10 PM to 2:30 PM
Keynote Presentation: GBA Market Outlook for 2026 - Asia’s Rising Powerhouse

Speaker

Ryan Wu

Ryan Wu

Deputy Managing Partner, Hong Kong Chinese Enterprises Services
Deloitte China

2:30 PM to 3:15 PM
Panel 1: REITs Beyond Borders

With the inclusion of Hong Kong REITs in China’s Stock Connect, GBA REITs offer access to Greater China’s most dynamic and integrated economic region. Learn more about how GBA REITs are emerging as strategic tools for monetising assets, particularly in logistics, data centres, and affordable housing, backed by strong policy support and pilot reforms.

Speaker

David Chen

David Chen

Chairman
APREA China Chapter

Chairman and CEO
F.O.G Capital & Asset Management

Speaker

Eric Liang

Eric Liang

Senior Vice President - Fund Management
LINK

Speaker

Zhu Jin

Zhu Jin

Executive Director
China Securities Co.

Moderator

Ryan Wu

Ryan Wu

Deputy Managing Partner, Hong Kong Chinese Enterprises Services
Deloitte China

3:15 PM to 3:35 PM
Keynote Presentation: Technology Innovation in GBA – Shaping the Future of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Collaboration

Speaker

Gary Ko

Gary Ko

Associate Director Business Development
Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park (HSITP)

3:35 PM to 4:20 PM
Panel 2: The GBA Advantage: Where High-Growth Sectors Meet Global Capital

The Greater Bay Area is attracting strong interest as innovation-led industries and capital flows reshape its real estate and infrastructure landscape. Advanced manufacturing, biotech, logistics, data centres, and green energy are driving demand for smart industrial parks, R&D hubs, and sustainable logistics facilities across the region’s interconnected cities. At the same time, institutional investors are assessing how to position capital across both established markets like Hong Kong and Shenzhen and emerging hubs such as Qianhai, Hengqin, and Nansha. This session explores where growth is accelerating, how capital is responding, and what makes the GBA a compelling multi-city investment platform.

Speaker

Eric Ng

Eric Ng

Chief Investment Officer, Asset Management Platform
China Resources Longdation


Speaker

Allen Qian

Allen Qian

President
Cushman & Wakefield Vanke Service(CWVS)

Speaker

John Lam

John Lam

Managing Director, Head of Asia Property Research
UBS

Speaker

Ashley Wai

Ashley Wai

Portfolio Manager
APG Asset Management Asia

Moderator

Johnson Har

Johnson Har

Head of Greater China
Alter Domus

4:20 PM to 4:25 PM
Closing Remarks

Speaker

David Chen

David Chen

Chairman
APREA China Chapter

Chairman and CEO
F.O.G Capital & Asset Management

4:25 PM to 6:00 PM
Networking Session
ANNUAL PLATINUM SPONSOR
YARDI
CONFERENCE SPONSORS
Alter Domus
Deloitte
VENUE SPONSORS
Champion REIT
Eaton Club

APREA’s Commitment to Sustainability in Our Events

APREA is committed to making our events more environmentally responsible. We work closely with our event partners, venues, and suppliers to embed sustainability into the way we plan and execute our gatherings across the region. Our goal is to continually reduce our environmental footprint and promote responsible practices across the real assets industry.

Our key sustainability measures in our events include:

  • Sourcing energy-efficient venues with green certifications or demonstrated sustainable operations.
  • Minimizing single-use plastics, including limiting or eliminating plastic water bottles in favor of refill stations or reusable alternatives.
  • Reducing printed materials and handouts.
  • Using recycled or sustainably sourced paper when printing is necessary.
  • Partnering with vendors and caterers who prioritize sustainable sourcing, local produce, and low-waste food practices.
  • Educating attendees on sustainability efforts at the event and encouraging participation in green practices.

Through these steps, we aim to make every APREA event a reflection of our broader commitment to a more responsible and resilient industry.