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Former HKEX Chief Economist Ba Shusong Reportedly Detained

3/26/2026

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Ba Shusong, former managing director and chief China economist of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX), has not appeared.
Mainland media report that he may be detained for an investigation.
An HKEX spokesman confirmed Ba is no longer with the company, having left in late 2025.
His last public appearance was at the China Conference 2025 in Shanghai, where he discussed Hong Kong's role in supporting mainland companies' global expansion.

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Ba Shusong, former managing director and chief China economist of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX), has not appeared.
Mainland media report that he may be detained for an investigation.
An HKEX spokesman confirmed Ba is no longer with the company, having left in late 2025.
His last public appearance was at the China Conference 2025 in Shanghai, where he discussed Hong Kong's role in supporting mainland companies' global expansion.