Chief Executive John Lee said on Friday authorities are promoting technology in the legal sector that encompasses online dispute resolution and the use of artificial intelligence.

Speaking at the 2025 Colloquium on International Law, he emphasised Hong Kong's unique strategic position as a "super connector" and "super value-adder" between the mainland and the world to promote international collaboration in advancing AI.

To drive technological integration, he said the Department of Justice has established a dedicated Consultation Group on LawTech Development that is focused on formulating strategies specifically for legal and dispute resolution sectors.

"As for online dispute resolution, Hong Kong is one of seven economies, alongside such places as Indonesia, Japan, Singapore and the United States, to follow Apec's (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) collaborative framework for online dispute resolution of cross-border business-to-business disputes," he said.

"The framework was designed to help businesses resolve disputes online through negotiation, mediation and arbitration."

Lee also said Hong Kong has established a project office in collaboration with the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law.

The office, he added, supports the Inclusive Global Legal Innovation Platform on Online Dispute Resolution, which unites international efforts across various jurisdictions to enhance this method of resolving disputes.

Lee said these efforts showcase the city's dedication to international collaboration and technological progress in global legal services.