The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:

     The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) today (January 20) urged members of the public to be vigilant against fraudulent social media accounts impersonating the HKMA and its Chief Executive, Mr Eddie Yue. The HKMA clarified that its latest news and work priorities are only disseminated through official channels, including the official website and social media accounts (for details, please visit www.hkma.gov.hk). Any other social media accounts or pages claiming to represent the HKMA or its Chief Executive are fake.

     The public should disregard any information disseminated on suspicious websites, social media accounts or pages.

     The incident has been reported to the Police for follow up.

Ends/Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Issued at HKT 15:50

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