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In the first seven months of 2026, Hong Kong imported a record 112.7 tons of Russian gold, surpassing the previous year's total. Western sanctions have redirected Russian gold from London to Asia, with Hong Kong becoming a key trading hub. The majority of this gold is destined for mainland China, which has not imposed sanctions. The shift in trade patterns follows the suspension of Russian refineries by the London Bullion Market Association in March 2022. Analysts note that Hong Kong is competing with Singapore for dominance as a transit center for gold, amid China's strategic push to increase its gold reserves.