39 m. ago How a ‘Harvard International’ could boost Hong Kong as an education hub

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu has invited international students worried about finishing their courses at Harvard University in the US to continue their studies at one of Hong Kong’s universities. Other universities in Malaysia and Japan have put forward similar suggestions. This comes as Hong Kong is considering how to make best use of the part of the Northern Metropolis reserved for universities to bolster its role as an education hub. That site is at the heart of our future technology...

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31 h. ago Hong Kong plans new AI supercomputing centre to boost tech hub status

The Hong Kong government is set to enhance its computing power support for start-ups as part of its ambition to become a leading technology hub, according to the city’s innovation chief, as local start-ups seek global clients at one of Europe’s largest technology shows. Hong Kong planned to establish a new supercomputing centre at Sandy Ridge in the Northern Metropolis – part of a government blueprint that aims to transform a large swathe of land in the New Territories into an economic hub,...

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51 h. ago Veteran lawyer Moses Cheng picked to steer Hong Kong’s maritime hub push

Top government adviser and veteran lawyer Moses Cheng Mo-chi has been appointed to steer a high-level body established to develop Hong Kong’s status as an international maritime hub. Cheng’s appointment as the board chairman of the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Development Board (HKMPDB) was announced on Friday. The 74-year-old is a senior consultant at a law firm and a member of the Executive Council, the city’s top decision-making body. Discussing the selection, Secretary for Transport and...

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3 d. ago With early stablecoin law, Hong Kong looks to keep edge as finance hub

With the passage of one of the world’s most comprehensive stablecoin laws two weeks ago, Hong Kong is looking to stay at the forefront of global finance while addressing lessons from past industry setbacks, according to analysts. Being a “first mover” in stablecoin legislation “reflects the determination” of the city’s government to “unlock value that they see in this sector, given the number of hurdles from past incidents”, said Melvin Deng, CEO of digital asset trading firm QCP Capital. Hong...

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7 d. ago Hong Kong delegation promotes city as higher education hub in US and UK

The head of a committee overseeing funding for Hong Kong’s public universities has led a delegation to the United States and the United Kingdom to promote the city as a destination for higher education. James Tang Tuck-hong, secretary general of the University Grants Committee, attended a conference in San Diego, California, on May 25, before flying to the UK for another forum in Birmingham. “During the visit, Professor Tang also met with senior management and prominent scholars from top-tier...

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7 d. ago Hong Kong’s education hub ambitions take centre stage in US, UK visits

The head of a committee overseeing funding for Hong Kong’s public universities has led a delegation to the United States and the United Kingdom to promote the city as a destination for higher education. James Tang Tuck-hong, secretary general of the University Grants Committee, attended a conference in San Diego, California, on May 25, before flying to the UK for another forum in Birmingham. “During the visit, Professor Tang also met with senior management and prominent scholars from top-tier...

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8 d. ago Step aside Shanghai, Hong Kong is China’s prize financial hub

When Yan Jun was looking around last year for a stock market to raise capital for his Beijing-based traffic-control software company, the engineer and chairman thought he was spoiled for choice. He could sell shares of his 10-year-old company AICT on one of the three mainland exchanges – Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen – that together make up the world’s second-biggest capital market, with a combined value of US$10 trillion, according to Bloomberg data. Or he could raise capital offshore by...

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2 w. ago Wang Yi Urges Global Dialog as China Backs Hong Kong for Mediation Hub

Wang Yi Urges Global Dialog as China Backs Hong Kong for Mediation Hub  Bloomberg.com

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2 w. ago How will hosting the International Organisation for Mediation benefit Hong Kong?

Hong Kong will be hosting the world’s first international legal organisation dedicated to mediation, with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi arriving in the city on Thursday to attend the signing ceremony the next day for the body’s inauguration. Experts told the Post that the establishment of the International Organisation for Mediation would bolster Hong Kong’s status as a dispute resolution hub, enabling the city to handle disputes between states, as well as those between investors and...

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2 w. ago Why Hong Kong is home to new global mediation body and how it will work

Hong Kong will host the world’s first international legal organisation dedicated to mediation, with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi arriving in the city on Thursday to attend the signing ceremony the next day for the body’s inauguration. Experts told the Post that the establishment of the International Organisation for Mediation would bolster Hong Kong’s status as a dispute resolution hub, enabling the city to handle disagreements between states, as well as those between investors and...

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2 w. ago Time for Hong Kong to step up as a restructuring and insolvency hub

When people talk about Hong Kong as an international financial centre, what immediately comes to mind are its vibrant capital market, its efficient banking system, the ease and economy of incorporating and operating companies here, and the robust and transparent legal system that supports them. But what is less commonly known is that Hong Kong is also a well-known international restructuring and insolvency hub. Restructuring and insolvency (R&I) refer to the situation in which a company and its...

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3 w. ago Hong Kong to be global hub for ‘patient capital’ by nurturing tech start

City will support tech start-ups with long-term investments and strategic partnerships, Chan says.

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3 w. ago Hong Kong to be hub for ‘patient capital’ by nurturing start

Hong Kong is in a prime position to be a global hub for “patient capital”, an investment strategy that takes a longer view and is driven by “purpose and impact”, as it continues to advocate for technology start-ups, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po said on Thursday. Patient capital plays a critical role in supporting innovation, though it carries higher risks because of extended time frames and uncertain outcomes, Chan said at the inaugural International Forum for Patient Capital hosted by...

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last month The "Rejoicing in Woods and Springs: A Journey through Garden Cultures in China and the Wider World" exhibition targets to run in Hong Kong in 2026

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] The Hong Kong Jockey Club and Palace Museum have signed a landmark Memorandum of Cooperation titled “Promotion of Chinese Culture and Arts Tech Talent Development in the Mainland and Hong Kong”. The five-year collaboration aligns with the Central Government’s vision as outlined in the National 14th Five-Year Plan, which aims to position Hong Kong as an East-meets-West hub for international cultural exchange. The initiative also aims to nurture arts technology and cultural talent, laying a solid foundation for innovation and creativity in this sector.Key initiatives The Memorandum outlines several key initiatives aimed at achieving its ambitious goals. Among them is the restoration of the historic Chengqiangong at the Palace Museum and the subsequent creation of The Palace Museum Hong Kong Cultural Exchange Hub. This hub will serve as a vibrant platform for cultural interaction, featuring the thematic exhibit...

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