Hong Kong Announces Reopening of 5-Year RMB Government Bonds
Lawrence Jengar Nov 28, 2025 09:00
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority will reopen 5-year RMB institutional government bonds with a tender scheduled for December 4, 2025. This initiative aims to support infrastructure projects.
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has announced the tender for the reopening of 5-year RMB institutional government bonds, scheduled to take place on December 4, 2025. This initiative is part of the region's Infrastructure Bond Programme, aimed at raising funds for infrastructure projects, according to Hong Kong Monetary Authority.
Details of the Bond Offering
The reopening involves an additional RMB1.0 billion of the outstanding 5-year bonds, issue number 05GB3005001. These bonds, maturing on May 15, 2030, will bear an interest rate of 1.97% per annum, payable semi-annually. As of November 28, 2025, the indicative pricing stands at 100.42, with a semi-annualised yield of 1.873%.
Tender Participation
The tender is exclusively open to Primary Dealers under the Infrastructure Bond Programme. Interested parties must apply through these dealers, with each tender requiring a minimum amount of RMB50,000 or multiples thereof. The results of the tender will be made public on the same day via the HKMA and Hong Kong Government Bonds websites, as well as financial information platforms Bloomberg and Refinitiv.
Infrastructure Investment
The proceeds from this bond issuance will be allocated to infrastructure projects, aligning with the guidelines of the Infrastructure Bond Framework. This effort underscores Hong Kong's commitment to bolstering its infrastructure through strategic financial instruments.
Market Implications
The tender marks a significant move by the HKMA to leverage the bond market for funding critical infrastructure. Analysts note that such offerings are crucial for maintaining the region's economic momentum and financial stability, particularly in the face of ongoing global economic challenges.
For further details on the bond issuance and tender process, interested parties are encouraged to consult the Information Memorandum available on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website or contact the appointed Primary Dealers.
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