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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), as part of the Global Hubs Network led by Cornell University, participated in the 2024 Global Hubs Network Meeting held in London from October 31 to November 2, 2024. The event was jointly hosted by Imperial College London, King's College London, Queen Mary University of London, University College London and University of Edinburgh.

As the sole university representative from Hong Kong, as part of the Asian Universities Alliance (AUA), The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) hosted a delegation of distinguished Alliance representatives on November 4 for the inaugural meeting of the AUA Innovation & Entrepreneurship Network. During the meeting, Prof. Carrie LING, Director of Entrepreneurship Center, highlighted the development of entrepreneurship education and the support provided to student start-ups since the Center's establishment in 1999. Ms Yvonne LI, Head of Global Engagement and Greater China Affairs, shared insights on international partnerships with overseas institutions, focusing on entrepreneurship and knowledge transfer through various educational platforms and competitions.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) President Prof. Nancy IP, along with key members of the senior leadership including Provost Prof. GUO Yike and Vice President for Institutional Advancement Prof. WANG Yang, warmly received a delegation from the University of Strathclyde (UoS), United Kingdom, led by Prof. Sir Jim MCDONALD, Principal and Vice-Chancellor. The visit highlighted the dynamic and innovative collaborations spanning various disciplines between HKUST and UoS.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed delegations from two international universities this week, exploring new avenues for collaboration in research and education. On October 15, HKUST Provost Prof. GUO Yike, Prof. Hongbo FU, Acting Head of the Division of Arts and Machine Creativity and Yvonne LI, Head of Global Engagement & Greater China Affairs, had an engaging meeting with representatives from Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in New Zealand, including Prof. Guy LITTLEFAIR, Pro Vice-Chancellor International, and Mr. William HO, Director of International Relations and Recruitment at AUT International Group. The discussions explored potential collaboration in Health, Art Tech and Sports Science. Opportunities for faculty and student exchanges were also discussed. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed, marking the start of a promising partnership.

Provost of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), Prof. GUO Yike and Yvonne Li, Head of Global Engagement & Greater China Affairs, attended the APRU Senior International Leaders’ Meeting at Keio University in Tokyo from October 9 - 11, 2024. The event gathered 70 senior representatives from 44 universities across 16 regions, fostering a rich environment for dialogues and collaboration on pressing educational challenges. In his keynote on “Innovating Higher Education through Creative Technologies”, Prof. Guo discussed the transformative integration of art and AI in education and artistic creation, stimulating discussions on AI’s potential in educational advancements. Following his presentation, Prof. Guo participated in discussion with other senior leaders to further explore the potential of AI in education. The sharing and panel discussion underscored the critical role of educators in achieving cognitive breakthroughs in AI. 

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) hosted an agreement signing ceremony with Ocean Park Corporation on October 7, building on the universities' strong foundation of partnership. The ceremony was held during HKUST's French Science Festival and featured Prof. Jianping GAN, Head of HKUST's Department of Ocean Science, and Dr. Paolo MARTELLI, Director of Veterinary Services at Ocean Park. This new agreement sets a robust framework to leverage shared resources and expertise, offering mutual benefits in areas like zoology, environmental conservation, data science, and creative media. It also aims at leveraging the resources to enrich education and research, offering practical learning opportunities through internships and research projects for students.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) hosted the French Science Festival from October 6-7, 2024, on campus. Organized in partnership with the Consulate General of France in Hong Kong & Macau, the festival showcased HKUST's world-class capabilities in marine science research and education. Through a diverse range of public activities including talks, hands-on workshops, virtual reality experiences, and tours of HKUST's state-of-the-art Ocean Research Facility, participants delved deep into marine ecosystems and conservation. 

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Belt and Road Forum, organized by Global Engagement and Greater China Affairs and co-hosted by the Division of Public Policy, themed "Navigating New Frontiers: The Future of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)," concluded successfully on October 7. Nearly 100 students, faculty, staff, and alumni gathered on campus to explore how the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has been fostering international cooperation and enhancing connectivity and prosperity.