BOC HONG KONG(HK:02388) Jin Rong Shi Bao·2025-11-27 03:05Core Insights - Bank of China (Hong Kong) has become the first overseas clearing member of Shanghai Clearing House, successfully launching RMB interest rate swaps, standard bond forwards, and standard interest rate swap self-clearing services [1][2] - This initiative marks a historic step in the internationalization process of Shanghai Clearing House, enhancing the offshore RMB market and providing more risk hedging tools for overseas institutions [2][3] Group 1 - The introduction of overseas clearing members for interest rate derivatives self-clearing is a significant milestone for Shanghai Clearing House [2] - The initiative aims to create a new offshore RMB asset pool and leverage Bank of China (Hong Kong)'s strategic advantages as a global custodian and RMB clearing bank [2] - The new model allows direct trading and clearing, enabling overseas institutions to manage interest rate risks effectively [1][2] Group 2 - Shanghai Clearing House plans to accelerate its international development and expand its network of overseas clearing members [3] - The goal is to establish itself as a key hub for connecting to international financial markets during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [3] - This initiative is expected to enhance the competitiveness and influence of Shanghai as an international financial center [3]