Events
Strengthening Ties: UdelaR and the Consulate-General of Uruguay Visit CityUHK
City University of Hong Kong welcomed a delegation from the University of the Republic, Uruguay (UdelaR), along with the Consulate-General of Uruguay in Hong Kong. This visit marked a significant step in enhancing collaboration between the two institutions, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in late 2025. The day began with a warm welcomed by Professor Wen Jung Li, Vice-President (Talent and International Strategy), and Professor Steven Wang, Associate Vice-President (Resources Planning). The delegation featured Professor Héctor Cancela, the newly appointed Rector of UdelaR, Mr. Federico Lage, Consul-General of Uruguay in Hong Kong, and several esteemed colleagues—all eager to strengthen their partnership with CityUHK. The meeting included in-depth discussions on future collaborations, during which both sides exchanged ideas, further solidifying their commitment to enhancing academic cooperation.
Strengthening Educational Ties: United Arab Emirates (UAE) Diplomats Visit CityUHK
The Office of the Vice-President (Talent and International Strategy) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) welcomed His Excellency Hussain bin Ibrahim AL HAMMADI, Ambassador of the UAE to the People's Republic of China, and His Excellency Shaikh Saoud ALI MOHAMMED ALI ALMUALLA, Consul General of the UAE in Hong Kong. They were accompanied by their team for a productive visit focused on enhancing collaboration. Representing CityUHK were Professor Kevin Downing, Secretary to the Council and the Court, Professor Wen Jung Li, Vice-President (Talent and International Strategy), Professor Jennifer Lin, Associate Vice-President (Global Strategy), and Mr. Carl Tang, Associate Director of the Global Engagement Office. During the meeting, discussions centered around bilateral educational cooperation, student exchange opportunities, and scholarship initiatives, paving the way for strengthened partnerships between CityUHK and the UAE.
Distinguished Visiting Professor Nigel Brandon Visits CityUHK
Professor Nigel Brandon, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Professor of Sustainable Development in Energy at Imperial College London, and our Distinguished Visiting Professor visited CityUHK. During his visit, Professor Brandon delivered an engaging seminar titled “Innovations in Electrochemical Technology for the Low Carbon Energy Transition,” where he explored groundbreaking advancements in sustainable energy solutions. He also met with student representatives from the College of Engineering, where he shared insights from his academic journey and emphasized the importance of deep learning in the AI era. The discussions were enriching and inspired students to think critically about their future endeavors in engineering and technology.
