On Tuesday, 25 June 2024, The Hong Kong Branch held its 49th Annual General Meeting. During the meeting, Mr. Fred Wong was re-elected as the Branch's President, while Mr. Terence Tsui and Mr. Savio Ho were elected as Vice Presidents. The Executive Committee also welcomed new members: Mr. Joe Chan, Mr. Benson Chang and Mr. Tommy Yung.

Following the AGM, the Branch celebrated its 51st Annual Dinner 2024, marking its distinction as the first overseas branch of AIA, founded in 1973. AIA’s Chief Executive, Philip Turnbull and AIA President, Shahram Moallemi, delivered speeches.

Both gave special thanks to Mr. K. S. Jong for his dedicated service on the AIA council before recently retiring, with Shahram stating "K. S. Jong, who is retiring from our council. K. S. has been a pillar of strength and dedication, serving on the council for many years. His commitment to AIA and representation internationally in the UK, Malaysia, and other countries has been exemplary." Henry Ong, Mr Jia Jia, Madame Li, and Wilson Shou were also thanked for their dedication to AIA.

Among the honourable guests celebrating with the AIA Hong Kong Branch were Legislative Councillor, Hon Edmund Wong, Deputy Commissioner of the Inland Revenue Department, Mr. Leung Kin-wa, Deputy Director-General Coordination Department of the China Liaison Office, Mr. Li Xu Hong and presidents from professional accounting institutions.

Branch president Fred Wong highlighted Hong Kong's developed accounting industry and its future role in serving the Greater Bay area. Savio Ho, Chairman of the Annual Dinner, extended appreciation to the organising committee, the secretary, and student helpers for their dedicated efforts in ensuring the event's success.

Congratulations to the Branch Executive Committee, branch employees, and to all our members and students for their outstanding representation of AIA and Hong Kong.

Thank you to all attendees for joining us!

"K. S. Jong, who is retiring from our council. K. S. has been a pillar of strength and dedication, serving on the council for many years. His commitment to AIA and representation internationally in the UK, Malaysia, and other countries has been exemplary."

Shahram Moallemi, President, AIA