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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) have entered into the first undergraduate student exchange agreement with South China University of Technology (SCUT) on February 28, aiming to enhance students' understanding of the Greater Bay Area. HKUST Council Chairman Harry SHUM and President Nancy IP warmly welcomed SCUT Party Secretary Prof. ZHANG Xichun and his delegation for insightful discussions. As leading technology universities, HKUST and SCUT play crucial roles in supporting the development of higher education in the Greater Bay Area and the country. Both institutions are committed to learning from each other and exploring innovative educational approaches, with the shared goal of establishing the Greater Bay Area as a global hub for innovation.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) hosted Consul General Yul EDISON of the Republic of Indonesia for his inaugural visit to campus on February 28. Marking a new chapter in collaboration, CG Edison engaged in fruitful discussions with HKUST leadership, including Vice President for Institutional Advancement Prof. WANG Yang, Associate Vice-President (Global Engagement & Communications) Ms. Daisy CHAN, Director of Undergraduate Recruitment & Admissions Prof. Emily NASON, and Head of Global Engagement and Greater China Affairs Ms. Yvonne LI. The conversation centered around strategies to enhance student mobility and the available resources for Indonesian students studying in HKUST, as well as for local students participating in cultural programs.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed a delegation from the University of Waterloo on February 22, led by President Vivek GOEL, to strengthen collaboration between the two long-standing partners. HKUST and University of Waterloo shared a common vision of leveraging interdisciplinary research and technological advancements to drive positive change globally. During insightful discussions, the universities explored new pathways to merge academic strengths and spark innovation. To further enhance the flourishing partnership, HKUST Vice-President for Institutional Advancement Prof. WANG Yang and University of Waterloo President Prof. Goel signed a renewed agreement on academic and research exchange.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed H.E. Khalil HASHMI, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to China, on February 22 to explore new initiatives to attract Pakistani students to HKUST.   HKUST Acting Head of Public Policy Prof. Naubahar SHARIF and Director of Undergraduate Recruitment & Admissions Prof. Emily NASON engaged in fruitful discussions with the delegation. Conversations centered on initiatives to attract Pakistani students, reinforcing our dedication to fostering global diversity.   The delegation later met with current Pakistani students to learn about their campus life at HKUST. They also toured HKUST’s iconic Shaw Auditorium, an art and cultural landmark furthering students’ whole-person development.  

President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), Prof. Nancy IP was among the esteemed global leaders and personalities attending the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland to address some of the most substantive issues facing our world today. Prof. Ip added her unique perspective to vibrant discussions on healthy aging, climate change, the integral role of universities in fostering advancements in sustainability, and AI research and education.  

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) was honored to welcome H.E. Hussain bin Ibrahim Al HAMMADI, the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to China, and his delegation to the campus on January 22.  The Ambassador and his delegation were warmly received by Prof. Nancy IP, President of HKUST, as they engaged in a dynamic meeting led by Provost Prof. GUO Yike. The discussion explored a wide range of opportunities to enhance collaboration and foster stronger bonds between the UAE and HKUST. The delegation then witnessed firsthand the pioneering research and state-of-the-art facilities at the Cheng Kar-Shun Robotics Institute and the Aerodynamics and Acoustics Facility, guided by our Faculty experts Prof. ZHANG Fumin and Prof. ZHANG Xin respectively.

Prof. Nancy IP, President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is set to attend the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Switzerland from January 17 to 19, 2024. As the only university head from Hong Kong at the "Winter Davos", she will share insights with esteemed leaders from around the world on various critical international issues, including aging population and climate change.  Convening under the theme “Rebuilding Trust”, the Annual Meeting 2024 will bring together over 2,800 distinguished global leaders from 120 countries, including LI Qiang, Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China; Emmanuel MACRON, French President; Ursula von der LEYEN, President of the European Commission; and Antony John BLINKEN, US Secretary of State. 

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) hosted a delegation from Imperial College London, led by President, Professor Hugh BRADY, on January 12. Building on the previous meeting between the two universities in London last October, this visit allowed for further discussions on strategic collaborations in academic advancement and research innovation. Following the leadership meeting hosted by HKUST President Prof. Nancy IP, the delegation visited the Biosciences Central Research Facility and the Hong Kong Generative AI Research and Development Center on campus. These visits showcased HKUST's cutting-edge equipment in biotechnological research and GenAI technology. HKUST is committed to forging partnerships with renowned institutions worldwide to advance research and academic endeavors on a global scale.