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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) hosted a visit from the Fondation de France (FDF), led by Mrs. Axelle DAVEZAC, CEO of the organization, along with Mr. Frédéric THÉRET, Director of Marketing and Development, and Mr. Julien-Loic GARIN, Director of Fondation de France Asia. FDF, the largest philanthropic organization in France, is dedicated to nurturing private philanthropy and foundations. The organization unites donors, founders, and volunteers to support an impressive 8,000 charitable causes each year. 

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. 

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 new MoU will strengthen and expand collaboration in sustainability, education, research, and innovation.

President Wei SHYY was bestowed with the distinction of Officer in the National Order of the Legion of Honour by the Consul General of France in Hong Kong and Macau

The two institutions have signed a Collaborative Research Agreement to pursue six joint projects, and also renewed an MoU originally signed in 2017

China’s Special Envoy on Climate Change Mr. XIE Zhenhua shared China’s roadmap to achieve carbon neutrality.

The School of Business and Management of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST Business School) has joined a research collaboration with the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) to look closely into the impacts and opportunities of technology on workforce and living quality in Asia-Pacific economies.Digital automation is transforming the world with unprecedented scope and speed, and its impact is compelling, including the demand for new roles and skills in many sectors. This joint HKUST-APRU Project connects ten scholars from leading universities across the APRU network to examine the changes presented by rapid digitalization in our society.