About the Organizers

Department of Justice of the HKSAR

The Department of Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region served as a key co-organizer of HCCH Asia Pacific Week 2015. The Department plays a central role in the administration of justice in Hong Kong, handling legal policy, legislative drafting, and international legal cooperation. Its involvement underscored Hong Kong's commitment to advancing private international law in the region.

For more information, visit the Department of Justice website.

Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH)

The Hague Conference on Private International Law is a global intergovernmental organisation working for the progressive unification of private international law rules. With over 80 Members representing all continents, the HCCH develops and services multilateral legal instruments addressing cross-border issues in areas such as child protection, family maintenance, and international legal cooperation.

For more information, visit the HCCH website.

HCCH Permanent Bureau's Asia Pacific Regional Office

The Asia Pacific Regional Office of the HCCH Permanent Bureau, established in Hong Kong, supports the implementation and operation of HCCH conventions throughout the Asia Pacific region. The office promotes awareness, provides technical assistance, and facilitates regional cooperation among Member States and non-Member States alike. Its presence was instrumental in convening HCCH Asia Pacific Week 2015 and in fostering dialogue on the 2007 Child Support Convention and related instruments.

The Department of Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has long been a central figure in the development and application of legal frameworks that support cross-border cooperation. Its role as a co-organizer for this conference reflects a sustained commitment to fostering dialogue on private international law across the Asia Pacific region. By bringing together legal experts, policymakers, and academics, the Department helps facilitate the kind of multilateral exchange that strengthens judicial coordination and legal certainty. This gathering serves as a platform for discussing how harmonized legal standards can ease international transactions, protect cross-border relationships, and support the rule of law in an increasingly interconnected world.

The HCCH, or Hague Conference on Private International Law, is the premier global organization dedicated to the progressive unification of private international law rules. Its work touches on many aspects of daily life, from international child protection and family law to cross-border litigation, commercial contracts, and legal cooperation between courts. Asia Pacific Week serves as a vital regional forum for engaging with the HCCH's conventions and instruments. Participants explore how these frameworks can be adapted and implemented within diverse legal systems, ensuring that the benefits of legal harmonization—such as predictability, efficiency, and mutual respect for judicial decisions—are realized across the region.

Hong Kong's unique position as a Special Administrative Region with its own common law system, yet closely connected to Mainland China, makes it an ideal host for discussions on private international law. The city has long served as a bridge between Eastern and Western legal traditions, offering a neutral and sophisticated venue for international legal dialogue. Hosting this conference underscores Hong Kong's ongoing role as a regional legal hub and dispute resolution center. The event brings together delegates from across the Asia Pacific to share expertise, compare approaches, and build the professional networks that underpin effective cross-border legal cooperation in an era of growing global connectivity.

The Asia Pacific region is experiencing rapid growth in cross-border trade, investment, and personal mobility, creating an urgent need for coherent and predictable legal frameworks. Private international law provides the essential tools for resolving disputes that span multiple jurisdictions, from commercial arbitration to family law matters. This conference addresses these challenges by promoting greater awareness and adoption of international legal instruments. Through focused discussions and expert presentations, participants work toward practical solutions that enhance legal certainty, reduce transaction costs, and protect the rights of individuals and businesses operating across borders, ultimately contributing to a more stable and integrated regional legal environment.