The Hong Kong Monetary Authority: The Faster Payment System will undergo a system upgrade from 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM on August 9, during which service will be suspended.

According to the Zhitong Finance APP, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority has announced that the Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited, which operates the Faster Payment System, plans to conduct a system upgrade on August 9 (Sunday) from 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The Faster Payment System will be suspended during this period. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has requested banks and stored value payment service operators to notify clients in advance and in a timely manner regarding the relevant arrangements. Citizens can contact their banks or stored value payment service operators to inquire about the services affected by the enhancement of the Faster Payment System. If necessary, citizens are advised to make arrangements in advance for their payment items.