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The agreement will enhance exchange and collaboration on joint research, commercialization of research discoveries and talents nurturing.

A delegation from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), led by Vice President for Institutional Advancement Prof. WANG Yang, recently visited Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam to promote learning and research opportunities at HKUST. The delegation met with several senior government officials including the Minister of Planning and Investment Mr. Nguyen Chi Dung, Minister of Science and Technology Mr. Huynh Thanh Dat, Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Mr. Phan Van Mai, Consul General of China in Ho Chi Minh City Mr. Wei Huaxiang, as well as university leaders at the Vietnam National University (Hanoi), Vietnam National University (Ho Chi Minh City), Hanoi University of Science and Technology, and others to explore potential collaborations in areas like artificial intelligence, smart cities, and digital economy.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) presented the awe-inspiring Spring Concert “Where Imagination Blooms,” held at Shaw Auditorium on January 31. Over 600 music lovers enjoyed a night of stunning music accompanied by the orchestra under the baton of the First Associate Concertmaster of Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Mr. LEUNG Kin Fung, with performers including award-winning operatic duo Mr. CHEN Chen and Ms. Louise KWONG, Second Associate Concertmaster of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Mr. WANG Liang, pianist Mr. HUANG Naiwei, alumni artist Mr. LAM Kwok Ho, and postgraduate student Ms. LU Xiaoyue. A surprise performance by the legendary Master LIU Shikun, an internationally renowned Chinese piano maestro, brought a delightful end to the evening.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) signed the ‘HKUST-Cornell Cooperation Agreement’ with Cornell University to collaborate on teaching, training, and cutting-edge research on February 9. Leveraging the expertise of both universities, the two forward-thinking partners will work together to explore new opportunities for joint activities and strengthen academic exchange and research collaborations across disciplines. Highlighting the common goals to address global issues, " There are many big areas we can collaborate on, such as sustainability, new energy and aging society." said HKUST Provost Prof. GUO Yike. 

The collaboration seeks to promote industrial applications by translating research findings into market-oriented products and services.

Joint partnership to drive education and technology collaborations in GBA and Vietnam.

Live-streamed from Hong Kong, the 3rd APRU MetaGame Conference concluded on 27 August, 2022 to a resounding success, during which academics and industry experts discussed policies, challenges and opportunities on the development of esports in higher education. In partnership with The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and hosted by Cyberport, APRU MetaGame Conference 2022 brought together leading scholars and industry experts from North America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, and were joined by over 2,000 participants from over 230 countries and regions.  

The MoU will drive collaborations covering industry insight sharing, internship and employment opportunities, as well as joint efforts on industrial research.