Events
Expanding Horizons: Strengthening Ties with Mexican Universities
CityUHK welcomed Mr. Pablo Macedo Riba, Consul General of the United Mexican States in Hong Kong. He was received by Prof. Wen Jung Li, Vice-President (Talent and International Strategy), Prof. Steven Wang, Associate Vice-President (Resources Planning), Prof. Felipe Cucker, Emeritus Professor, Department of Mathematics, Prof. Guanxiong Huang, Associate Professor, Department of Media and Communication, and Prof. Juan Antonio Zapien, Associate Professor, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, highlighting the importance of international collaboration. was received by Prof. Wen Jung Li, Vice-President (Talent and International Strategy), Prof. Steven Wang, Associate Vice-President (Resources Planning), Prof. Felipe Cucker, Emeritus Professor, Department of Mathematics, Prof. Guanxiong Huang, Associate Professor, Department of Media and Communication, and Prof. Juan Antonio Zapien, Associate Professor, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, highlighting the importance of international collaboration. Both parties are keen to explore opportunities for expanding student exchange programmes and fostering research collaboration. This initiative aims to enhance educational opportunities and between Mexico and Hong Kong, creating a more interconnected academic landscape.
Griffith University Delegation Visits City University of Hong Kong
A delegation from Griffith University, Australia, led by Professor Carolyn Evans, Vice Chancellor and President, visited City University of Hong Kong. The visit began with a warm welcome from President Freddy Boey and Professor Wen Jung Li, Vice-President for Talent and International Strategy. Following a productive meeting at the APAIE conference in April 2025, Griffith University is eager to explore opportunities for student exchange and research collaboration with CityUHK. The discussions focused particularly in the areas of digital health and entrepreneurship initiatives, with an emphasis on CityUHK’s InnoHK Centres. This visit marks a significant step towards strengthening future partnerships between the two institutions.
CityUHK Opens Institute for Research and Innovation in Kazakhstan
Following their visit to Kuwait, a high-level delegation from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), led by Council Chairman Mr. Michael Ngai, traveled to Almaty, Kazakhstan, to officially inaugurate the CityUHK Institute for Research and Innovation (CIRI) at Satbayev University. The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including Ms. Jiang Wei, Consul General of China, and Mr. Azamat Kaldybekov, Deputy Akim of Almaty, marking a significant milestone for collaborative research. During the visit, a MoU was also signed to establish a dual PhD program, allowing Kazakhstani students to pursue studies at both institutions. This initiative is designed to strengthen academic ties and cultivate globally minded research talent. Mr. Ngai reaffirmed CityUHK's commitment to enhancing Hong Kong's status as an international education hub while fostering partnerships within the Belt and Road Initiative.
