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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed a delegation from the University of Liverpool, represented by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Tim JONES and Dean of Management School Prof. Julia BALOGUN, to the campus on April 16. The delegation engaged in a productive meeting with HKUST Provost Prof. GUO Yike, Senior Associate Dean of the School of Business & Management Prof. HUI Kai-Lung and Head of Global Engagement and Greater China Affairs Ms. Yvonne LI. The discussion centered on collaboration in research and student exchange programs. Both institutions share common visions of integrating sustainability and entrepreneurship into the interdisciplinary academic programs and research projects.  The delegation then visited HKUST's state-of-the-art facilities, including the Lee Shau Kee Library and Shaw Auditorium, to explore the advanced facilities for students’ whole-person development.

Following the undergraduate student exchange agreement signed between Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and Tongji University last year, the two institutions further explored in-depth collaboration in talent development, scientific research, and international partnerships.

The "2nd Global Innovation & Technology Summit”, organized by the Greater Bay Area Association of Academicians (GBAAA), was held on April 3 at the Hong Kong Science Park. The summit attracted over 200 participants that included representatives from renowned universities, government officials, and industry experts from the region and beyond. Various important topics were explored and discussed on how to harness the transformative power of higher education to empower a brighter future globally.

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed a delegation from the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) including Prof. Sultan Al HAJJI, Vice President of Public Affairs and Alumni Relations, and Ms. Shimer DIAO, Head of Global Partnerships and Business Excellence, to the HKUST campus on March 27. Prof. Al Hajji shared MBZUAI’s distinctive position as the world’s first university focusing on postgraduate research in AI, and its specialized PG programs in AI application in various scopes.

HKUST President Prof. Nancy IP attended the inaugural One Earth Summit on March 25. This summit, organized by the Institute of Sustainability and Technology and co-organized by the World Economic Forum’s GAEA (Giving to Amplify Earth Action) Initiative, brought together over 100 sustainable thought leaders and 500 changemakers to engage in action-focused dialogues for achieving the net-zero, nature positive transition for the world. Prof. Ip participated in a panel discussion on the future of sustainable technology, where she shared invaluable insights on how HKUST is driving innovation and entrepreneurship to foster scientific breakthroughs and accelerate the adoption of transformative technologies in climate and nature conservation.

The HKUST x France Panel "Green Finance: The Way Forward" was a resounding success, attracting a full house of students, alumni, and industry practitioners at the campus on March 22. The event, organized in collaboration with the Consulate General of France in Hong Kong and Macau, the French Chamber in Hong Kong, and Société Générale under the framework of the France – HKUST Innovation Hub, showcased the latest trends in green and sustainable finance in the region.

The HKUST Big Data Institute hosted the HKUST and Kyoto University Joint Symposium on Informatics on March 21, showcasing a day filled with trailblazing sharing and inspiring ideas.   With a mutual commitment to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and highlighting the significant role of informatics, the symposium brought together eminent experts from both Kyoto University and HKUST delving into pivotal areas such as artificial intelligence, data analytics and mathematics.  This symposium has established a strong base for the partnerships between the two institutions. HKUST is committed to working alongside Kyoto University to illuminate the path towards a more intelligent and interconnected tomorrow.  

HKUST welcomed a delegation led by Prof. Linda DOYLE, Provost & President of Trinity College Dublin (TCD) on campus on March 20. Prof. Doyle engaged in productive discussions with HKUST Provost Prof. GUO Yike, focusing on the latest developments of both institutions and exploring collaborations in multiple research areas including artificial intelligence, art and technology, and neuroscience. The visit culminated in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding and a Student Exchange Agreement, solidifying the commitment to deepening the partnerships. With a mutual dedication to advancing knowledge and nurturing the next generation of leaders, HKUST is excited to continue elevating collaboration with TCD to reach new heights.