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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed a delegation from Khalifa University (KU) on April 10, led by President H.E. Prof. Ebrahim AL HAJRI, marking another important step in the growing partnership between the two research-intensive institutions.The delegation was received by HKUST Council Chairman Prof. Harry SHUM, together with Provost Prof. Yike GUO, Vice-President for Institutional Advancement Prof. Charles NG, and other members of the University’s senior leadership. During the meeting, both sides held forward-looking discussions on strengthening academic and research collaboration, exploring initiatives such as joint PhD programs, faculty and doctoral student mobility, and seed funding to support early-stage collaborative research.

Prof. Veronique LAFON-VINAIS, Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Finance at HKUST Business School, was bestowed the rank of “Chevalier de l’Ordre National du Mérite” on Mar 3 at the Residence of the Consulate General of France in Hong Kong and Macau, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to sustainable finance education.The honor was presented by Mrs. Christile DRULHE, Consul General of France in Hong Kong and Macau, on March 3. The award recognizes Prof. Lafon-Vinais’ role in advancing sustainability in finance and in strengthening collaboration between France and Hong Kong.Reflecting on the recognition, Prof. Lafon-Vinais said the award also acknowledged the collective efforts of colleagues who have worked over the past decades to advance sustainable development and the growth of sustainable and green finance. She added that she was proud of the many interdisciplinary achievements made at HKUST.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) was honored to host a distinguished delegation from the German U15 and TU9 – German Universities of Technology Alliances on February 4, alongside Consul General of Germany to Hong Kong and Macao Dr Annika BOLTEN-DRUTSCHMANN.Vice-President for Institutional Advancement Prof. Charles NG, Associate Provost (Institutional Data & Research) Dr. Alison LLOYD, and Assistant Vice-President for Institutional Advancement (Global Engagement) Prof. Angela NG welcomed 20 delegates representing 11 esteemed German institutions. The official meeting provided a platform for exchanging updates and engaging in meaningful discussions on strengthening academic and research collaborations.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed a distinguished delegation from Sweden on January 14, underscoring the university’s commitment to fostering international collaboration in research and innovation.HKUST Associate Vice-President for Research and Development (Knowledge Transfer) Dr. Shin Cheul KIM and Associate Provost (Institutional Data and Research) Dr. Alison LLOYD hosted Mr. Daniel EKSTRÖM, Innovation and Science Counsellor at the Embassy of Sweden in Beijing, Consul General of Sweden in Hong Kong & Macao Louise BERGHOLM, and Deputy Consul General Ms. Amelie COYET.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed Mr. Daniel FREIHOFER, Consul General of Switzerland in Hong Kong and his delegation to campus on January 9, for an in-depth exchange on education, research, and innovation.President Prof. Nancy IP and Dr. Alison LLOYD, Associate Provost (Institutional Data and Research) hosted the Swiss delegation, highlighting the University’s longstanding partnerships with the World Economic Forum and Swiss institutions in areas such as robotics, artificial intelligence, and student mobility.Discussions also reflected on HKUST leadership’s recent delegation to Switzerland, which further strengthened ties with academic and research partners. The University’s expanding footprint in Chinese Mainland — including the HKUST Guangzhou campus and the recently established Shanghai Center — was presented as a platform for new opportunities to deepen collaboration with Swiss institutions and corporates.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed an executive delegation from its valued partner, the University of Bristol (Bristol) from the United Kingdom on November 27, marking an important step forward in a partnership built on several meaningful encounters earlier this year. These exchanges have laid a solid foundation for deepening academic and research ties and underscore the shared commitment of both institutions to global education and research collaboration.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) warmly welcomed a delegation from the Dieter Schwarz Foundation, led by Managing Director Prof. Dr. Gunther FRIEDL on December 10, for an exchange on innovation, sustainability, and future collaboration.HKUST President Prof. Nancy IP and Provost Prof. GUO Yike hosted the delegation, engaging in discussions on the University’s latest initiatives including the upcoming establishment of the third medical school in Hong Kong. The Dieter Schwarz Foundation shared its impactful work in Germany, including the Bildungscampus in Heilbronn and the Innovation Park Artificial Intelligence (IPAI), which have become leading platforms for education, entrepreneurship, and applied research.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) participated in the Asian Universities Alliance (AUA) Executives’ Meeting hosted by Seoul National University from November 25 – 27. The meeting brought together more than 40 leaders from AUA member institutions.