HKMA clarifies false information on Internet

The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:
      
     The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) noticed claims on the Internet, in the guise of the HKMA, alleging that a local bank may have funding issues.
      
     The HKMA would like to clarify that the claims are untrue and totally unfounded.
      
     The HKMA urges members of the public to be discerning when dealing with online information. HKMA official information is disseminated via the following channels:

• Press Releases: www.hkma.gov.hk/eng/key-information/press-releases/2019.shtml
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/hkmagovhk