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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) in the Netherlands, have formed a new strategic partnership focused on art and technology education and research.   This partnership, inaugurated on December 6, 2024, by HKUST Dean of the Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies (AIS) Prof. QU Huamin and a delegation from TU Delft led by Prof. Maaike KLEINSMANN, Chair of the TU Delft | Campus Rotterdam Program, marks a significant milestone in fostering interdisciplinary innovation, and enhancing knowledge exchange in art and technology to create meaningful social impact. 

As the world grapples with challenges such as climate change, pandemics, geopolitical tensions, and dilemmas of the AI revolution, universities stand as fortified citadels of knowledge and innovation. Recognizing that no single institution or discipline can tackle these complex challenges alone, university leaders are increasingly leveraging collective expertise and resources to forge a sustainable, equitable, and brighter future for all. The Global University Presidents & Leaders Summit 2024, held on December 2-3, 2024, in Hong Kong, epitomized this collaborative spirit. Organized by the Hong Kong Association for External Friendship and supported by the University Grants Committee along with nine Hong Kong universities, this landmark event brought together over 50 globally renowned university presidents and leaders, providing a platform to share insights, forge partnerships, and strategize on addressing global challenges effectively.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and the China Meteorological Administration (CMA) have signed a collaborative framework agreement to drive innovation in meteorological science and education. By leveraging the complementary strengths of CMA and HKUST, the collaboration aims to enhance early warning systems, strengthen disaster preparedness, and build climate-resilient communities, underscoring the shared commitment of both institutions to tackle global climate challenges and support the initiatives of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). 

In a remarkable gathering that echoed with ambition and innovation, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) opened its door to the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders (YGLs) Education Module 2024. HKUST stands alone as the first university in Greater China to organize this landmark event. Now in its second year, the five-day program offers a world-class platform for 34 trailblazing young leaders and entrepreneurs from 22 countries and regions – spanning Europe, North America, Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East – to engage in fruitful discussions on the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) with our faculty members and acclaimed scholars in this field.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) gained recognition for its efforts to become a global sustainability leader as the University was ranked the world’s 19th*, as well as the first in Hong Kong and Mainland China in its debut appearance in Times Higher Education (THE)’s Impact Rankings, announced in its annual Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC) yesterday in Bangkok. Assessing over 2,100 universities worldwide for their impacts in helping achieve the United Nations’ 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs), THE commended HKUST in particular for its contributions to SDGs 9, 11 and 12, which focus on building resilient infrastructure and industries with innovation, promoting sustainable cities and ensuring responsible consumption and production. 

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is proud to announce that it has jumped 13 spots in the latest QS World University Rankings 2025, securing the 47th position among the world's top 50 universities. This is a recognition which affirms our dedication to excellence in teaching, research and knowledge transfer.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) sought to strengthen ties with South Korean institutions and industries, as the University’s senior management participated in a high-profile forum in Seoul yesterday and today, and engaged with top universities and incubators in the country to explore collaboration opportunities in education, research and knowledge transfer. HKUST President Prof. Nancy IP, the only representative from a Hong Kong university, delivered a special speech at the Seoul Forum, joining distinguished scholars in AI and robotics from renowned institutions such as Caltech and MIT, industrial leaders from global giants including IBM and Samsung, as well as esteemed policymakers and experts across different sectors. The two-day forum was hosted by the Seoul Economic Daily. 

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) signed a landmark agreement with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia (MoECRT), making HKUST the first university in Hong Kong to nurture outstanding Indonesian undergraduates under the Indonesia Education Scholarship for Degree Program in collaboration with MoECRT. Following the agreement, the first batch of 12 top Indonesian undergraduate (UG) students will join HKUST in the new academic year (2024-25) via a rigorous selection process.  MoECRT will provide them with a full scholarship covering tuition fees, living expenses and other allowances, for the duration of their academic programs. The students will be joining HKUST in September to study UG programs in Science, Engineering, Business, Humanities and Social Science, as well as interdisciplinary fields.