Highlights from the RICS President’s Hong Kong Visit

24 September 2026

RICS President Nick Maclean OBE RD FRICS spent two packed days in Hong Kong, meeting RICS members, senior government representatives, industry leaders and academia through a series of engagements focused on the future of the profession and the priorities shaping Hong Kong’s built and natural environment.

From conversations with members over traditional yum cha to meetings with senior government and industry leaders, the visit provided an important opportunity to strengthen relationships, exchange perspectives and explore how RICS’ professional expertise, international standards and global network can continue to support Hong Kong.

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Published date: 24 September 2026

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