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The City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) Press has recently participated in two major international events, reflecting our ongoing dedication to global outreach and the exchange of knowledge across borders.

As the Lunar New Year draws near, City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) Press is delighted to extend warm greetings to readers everywhere. In celebration of the season, CityUHK Press has proudly teamed up with the CityUHK Academy of Innovation for the first time to present a limited-edition Lunar New Year gift set. Including a festive poster, traditional fai chun, and red packets (lai see), the collection offers blessings through the art of classical calligraphy.

City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) Press, together with Hong Kong University Press and The Chinese University of Hong Kong Press, joined forces for the first time at the Taipei International Book Exhibition from February 3–8, 2026. The three university presses presented hundreds of selected academic titles alongside a diverse range of cultural and creative products, offering a comprehensive view of Hong Kong's academic publishing achievements and unique perspectives. The booth drew enthusiastic crowds and lively engagement throughout the fair.

We’re pleased to announce that Open Books Hong Kong has been shortlisted for the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Asia 2026 in the “Outstanding Contribution to Regional Development” category. This recognition highlights the initiative’s pioneering role in advancing open knowledge.

We hope that your 2026 is off to a great start. Thank you all for your support this past year!

Looking forward with new exciting projects

As we enter our 30th year, our press catalogue features compelling new titles. We will expand our extensive professional collections with a focus on law, communication, social work, and business. In humanities and history, upcoming publications range from local topics, including the Royal Hong Kong Police, Tung Wah Hospital and Queen’s college, to further afield with the ancient Silk Road and Confucius Institutes.

The City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) Press is thrilled to announce an exclusive book promotion for the Double 11 shopping festival and the annual University Press Week under the global #TeamUP theme initiated by the Association of University Presses (AUPresses). This two-week campaign, running from 10 to 23 November 2025, will be available via three platforms: the CityUHK Bookshop, HKTVMall, and the CityUHK Press website.

City University of Hong Kong Press (CityUHK) Press is excited to announce that its latest book collections are now available at bookshelf NP01 on the 2nd floor of Joint Publishing (JP Books) in Central. From September 1 to October 31, 2025, the corner showcases a diverse range of newly published works, including the highly anticipated CityUHK GCEO Series, CityUHK TechVenture Series, and social work, cultural studies, and academic and professional titles.

The City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) Press hosted an engaging talk for its new title, Stories of a Forgotten City: Kowloon Tsai, during the Hong Kong Book Fair 2025. The event featured Mr. LEUNG Koon Sing, author of the book; The Honourable Vincent CHENG Wing-shun, BBS, MH, JP, Legislative Council Member of the HKSAR; and Mr. MAN Cheuk-fei, Publisher and Chief Executive Officer of Master Insight Media Limited, with Mr. Edmund Chan, Director of City University of Hong Kong Press, serving as the moderator.

City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) Press successfully held the new book launch cum book talk “AI X Gen Z — Mapping Your Future Career and Life,” which attracted over 150 secondary school students and young participants. The event facilitated meaningful dialogue between Gen Z and top-tier executives and professionals from various sectors, exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping career landscapes and empowering young people to choose fulfilling future pathways.

City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) Press is delighted to announce its remarkable success at the Hong Kong Publishing Biennial Awards 2025. The CityUHK TechVenture Series has been awarded the Best Publishing Award in Business and Management, while Sunny Chai: Managing Balance, a compelling title from the CityUHK Mastermind Series, has received the Publishing Award in Business and Management.