Hong Kong Ranks 11th Globally, 4th in Asia in 2026 World Digital and AI Competitiveness Ranking
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Summary
The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) released the 2026 World Digital and AI Competitiveness Ranking on November 11, ranking Hong Kong 11th globally and 4th in Asia among 70 economies . Hong Kong demonstrated strong performance across multiple dimensions, ranking in the global top 10 in three major factors and achieving three sub-factor first-place finishes. The government responded that the ranking affirms Hong Kong as one of the world's most competitive economies in digital and AI development .
Key Points
- Hong Kong ranks 2nd globally in Labor Development, 5th in Efficiency, and 10th in Technology & Infrastructure
- Hong Kong achieves three global championships in sub-factors: Technical Framework, Practices, and Education & Training
- The ranking system evaluates 5 factors, 15 sub-factors, and 88 indicators, replacing the former World Digital Competitiveness Ranking
- The "iAM Smart" platform serves over 220,000 daily users and connects to more than 1,400 online government and private services
- Hong Kong's historical ranking from 2022 to 2025 ranged between 9th and 16th position
Why It Matters
The ranking demonstrates Hong Kong's solid foundation in digital and AI competitiveness amid intensifying global technological competition, providing momentum for the government's push to develop Hong Kong into an international innovation and technology hub . The achievement also validates the effectiveness of initiatives including the InnoHK platform, AI application across government departments, and the construction of digital government infrastructure .
The ranking demonstrates Hong Kong's solid foundation in digital and AI competitiveness amid intensifying global technological competition, providing momentum for the government's push to develop Hong Kong into an international innovation and technology hub . The achievement also validates the effectiveness of initiatives including the InnoHK platform, AI application across government departments, and the construction of digital government infrastructure .