MedTech World Opens Hong Kong Roadshow at AsiaWorld-Expo in Partnership with NovaX

MedTech World officially kicked off its Hong Kong Roadshow yesterday at AsiaWorld-Expo, in collaboration with NovaX, bringing together innovators, investors, and decision-makers from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. This marks MedTech World’s first engagement in Asia this year, with the 2025 edition drawing over 300 startups from around the world and 500 international investment institutions to create a vibrant and opportunity-filled venture capital ecosystem. This new chapter reflects MedTech World’s mission to connect ecosystems and unlock opportunities for meaningful partnerships. 

Malta Meets Asia: Diplomatic and Entrepreneurial Ties Strengthened 

The event was formally opened by H.E. John Busuttil, Ambassador of Malta to the People’s Republic of China, and Dr. Dylan Attard, CEO of MedTech World. Both leaders welcomed the attendees, underlining the importance of international cooperation in healthcare innovation.

“We’re proud to see Malta represented on this global platform,” said H.E. John Busuttil, Ambassador of Malta to the People’s Republic of China, during his welcome remarks. “The MedTech World Hong Kong Roadshow is not just a symbol of Malta’s continued engagement with Asia; it is a practical demonstration of our readiness to partner on science, technology, and investment. Malta has always been a bridge between continents and today we continue to extend that bridge further into the heart of Asia.”  

Ambassador Busuttil also emphasized the strategic value of MedTech World’s presence in Hong Kong, noting that “events like these reinforce Malta’s role as a base for companies seeking to expand into the EU single market of 450 million people and Southern Mediterranean markets.”

Why Hong Kong? The Rising Gateway to Asia’s MedTech Market 

Asia’s MedTech sector is undergoing rapid growth, with the market projected to reach $225 billion by 2030. Positioned as a critical gateway to this expanding region, Hong Kong offers unique advantages to global innovators and investors: 

• Strategic Location: Situated within four hours of 3.8 billion people, including direct access to China’s $1.7 trillion healthcare market. 
• Thriving Innovation Ecosystem: Home to over 400 local health tech startups, supported by HK$10 billion+ in government funding for biotech and healthcare innovation since 2020. 
• Investment Powerhouse: Hosts Asia’s second-largest stock market (HKEX, $4.9T market cap) and over 1,500 venture capital funds managing more than $200 billion in assets. 
• Regulatory Advantage: Offers fast-track MedTech approvals through Hong Kong’s MDACS system and access to China’s NMPA approvals via mutual recognition agreements. 

These advantages make Hong Kong an ideal launchpad for international MedTech companies seeking to expand across Asia. 

A Shared Mission for Global Health Innovation 

For MedTech World, today’s event marks a major milestone in its Asia engagement strategy. With previous Roadshows held in Dubai, Singapore, and Luxembourg, and a growing footprint across the US and Europe, the organisation continues to build bridges between global healthtech hubs. 

“This collaboration with NovaX is the result of a shared vision to make global innovation accessible, inclusive, and actionable,” said Dr. Dylan Attard, CEO of MedTech World. “Hong Kong is a powerful stage for that vision. It sits at the crossroads of capital, innovation, and policy, and offers a launchpad for the companies ready to grow internationally.” 

“We’re not here to simply showcase innovation. We’re here to help turn conversations into capital, research into reality, and connections into long-term collaboration,” he added. 

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Featured Panels: Where Innovation Meets Investment 

A highlight of the Roadshow was a series of high-impact panels exploring both strategic and practical aspects of global MedTech growth: 

East Meets West: Scaling HealthTech Across Borders with 

This session brought together entrepreneurs and ecosystem leaders who have successfully navigated cross-border expansion. Speakers tackled real-world lessons from moving into new regulatory environments, accessing capital, and building multicultural teams. Panelists included: 

• Rodney Kelly, Chief Growth Officer at HekaBio 
• Marion Zammit, Chief Foreign Direct Investment Specialist, Malta Enterprise 
• William Jin, Board Member of HTDK Group & Founding Partner, Mednovation Ltd. 
• Gavin Leonard, CEO, MedTech Syndicates 
• Dr. Daisuke Tomita, CEO and Medical Director at MIRISE WELLMEDICAL Group/ Medident Co. 
• Landon Lack, Founder, President & CEO, China MedConnect 

From Bench to Bedside: Accelerating the Lab-to-Clinic Journey 

Experts from academia, industry, and regulatory bodies discussed the critical pathways that translate research into clinical practice. The session focused on speeding up trials, securing approvals, and ensuring that lab-based breakthroughs meet real patient needs faster. Panelists included: 

• Adrian Lam, CEO, CorVista 
• Andrew Li, Vice President, Won & Ha Partners 
• Jeremy Teoh, Associate Professor, The Chinese University of Hong Kong 
• John Corbett, CEO & Founder, Sanitus Health  
• Christian Espinosa, CEO, Blue Goat Cyber 
• Xiao Han, PhD, CEO & Co‑Founder, Clarix Imaging 

Investors Talk: Where’s the Smart Money Going in HealthTech? 

This candid conversation among leading venture capitalists and family offices provided a snapshot of the sectors, technologies, and geographies currently attracting healthtech investment. Attendees gained insights on what investors are looking for in startups and how founders can position themselves to stand out in a competitive landscape. Panelists included: 

• Chris Lloyd, Co‑Founder, Healthcare Dialogues 
• Dr. Dylan Attard, CEO, MedTech World 
• Eric Woo, Director of Operations & Investment, Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund  
• Cyndi Zhai, Founder & CEO, HiMed 
• Phyllis Meng, CEO, Pure Global 

Looking Ahead: MedTech Malta 2025 on the Horizon 

Today’s gathering is part of MedTech World’s broader commitment to providing global platforms for entrepreneurs and healthcare leaders. The momentum continues with the flagship MedTech Malta 2025, taking place this 12–14 November in Valletta, Malta. For more updates and information on upcoming MedTech World events, contact us at [email protected].