About the Project

Understanding the impact of digitalisation on cross-border legal rules to support Hong Kong's digital economy and its role as a centre for international dispute resolution.

Project Objectives

Our research is guided by four primary objectives that aim to bridge the gap between digital innovation and legal frameworks.

Investigate
Examine how digitalisation affects Private International Law rules in Hong Kong, focusing on data flows, online dispute resolution, and cryptocurrencies.
Create
Develop comprehensive legal frameworks that address the unique challenges posed by digital cross-border transactions and interactions.
Apply
Translate research findings into practical legal solutions that can be implemented by policymakers and practitioners in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area.
Disseminate
Share research outcomes through publications, conferences, and policy recommendations to influence legal reform and academic discourse.

Principal Investigator

Prof. King Fung Tsang

Associate Professor

Faculty of Law, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

kftsang@cuhk.edu.hk

Prof. Tsang is a leading scholar in Private International Law with extensive experience in cross-border legal issues. His research focuses on the intersection of digitalisation and legal frameworks governing international transactions.

Private International LawConflict of LawsDigital Economy

Research Team

Our dedicated team of researchers and collaborators working together to advance the understanding of digital legal frameworks.

Team Members Coming Soon

We are assembling a team of research assistants and collaborators. Check back for updates on our growing research team.