China-Asean relations extend beyond geopolitical tensions and trade opportunities, encompassing food systems, satellites, aircraft, universities, finance, culture, and infrastructure. Southeast Asia navigates these multifaceted interactions, aiming to benefit from China's growth while maintaining control over its choices.
A paper co-authored by Li Cheng of the University of Hong Kong suggests China could dismantle US AI dominance within 10-20 years. While the US leads in chips and infrastructure, China excels in energy and AI applications, with the gap in AI models narrowing.
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) and the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) are now in the top 20 of the QS World University Rankings, a first for the city. CUHK notably jumped from 32nd to 18th, driven by improved employer reputation and research performance, making Hong Kong's higher education system the most improved in Asia for the second year.
Canada navigates diplomatic relations with both China and the US, emphasizing economic autonomy and sovereignty, with trade heavily favoring the US.
Dr. Lai Ka-Ying, Hong Kong's first astronaut, has successfully journeyed into space as a payload specialist. Her mission aboard the Tiangong space station, operating an observatory to track greenhouse gas emissions, highlights the potential of Hong Kong's youth and universities in China's national space program.
A Hong Kong project, 'Beat the Heat', has shown a 132% increase in knowledge and 37% reduction in heat-related illnesses among elderly residents through tailored interventions.
Hong Kong erupted in cheers Sunday night as Lai Ka-ying, the city's first astronaut, launched into space aboard the Shenzhou-23 mission. Lai, a police superintendent and mother of three, is the fourth Chinese woman and first female payload specialist to go into space.
Hong Kong celebrated the historic launch of the Shenzhou-23 space mission, featuring the city's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying. The mission, carrying Lai as payload specialist, launched from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre.
Lai Ka-ying, set to be Hong Kong's first astronaut on the Shenzhou-23 mission, is described by her former professor as meticulous, patient, and a skilled communicator, possessing the intellect and skills for space travel.
Hong Kong's top court is reviewing a law that prohibits calls to boycott the city's "patriots-only" elections. The ban is challenged as a violation of residents' rights to express disapproval and make informed voting decisions. A previous appeal was dismissed.
Hong Kong graduates face a shrinking entry-level job market, with students like Harry Dong applying for dozens of positions but securing few interviews. Dong attributes the difficulty to AI replacing human roles and employers prioritizing cost savings.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) will dip into its reserves to repay a HK$4 billion (US$510.9 million) government loan owed by its debt-ridden private hospital, the institution’s council chairman has said. The finances of CUHK Medical Centre were on the agenda of Friday’s Legislative Council health panel meeting, but the discussion was rescheduled because the time was used up for other matters. Speaking to media after the meeting, council chairman John Chai Yat-chiu said his...
Researchers at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) say they have developed a world-first nasal spray that delivers neurotherapeutic powder directly to the brain as first aid for ischemic stroke patients, with clinical trials expected by 2030. The treatment is intended for initial use by paramedics, before being rolled out to high-risk groups in care facilities and eventually the general public through pharmacies. It was developed by the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine at HKU and the university’s...
The University of Hong Kong is launching a new Master of Governance and Policy programme, positioning the city as a hub for international dialogue and cross-disciplinary leadership training.
Legal experts in Hong Kong are calling for a statutory definition of consent in sexual offence laws, arguing current interpretations rely on 'common sense' creating legal loopholes. The Law Reform Commission's 2019 report proposed defining consent as voluntary and given by a person with capacity, excluding consent obtained through violence, coercion or intimidation. A public consultation is expected soon, with new legislation targeted before the end of 2027.
City University of Hong Kong president Boey, a Singaporean biomaterials engineering expert, has stepped down after three years of service. His five-year contract was set to run until 2028. Professor Lee Chun-sing has been appointed acting president while the university launches a global recruitment search for the next leader.
In China’s hyper-competitive and lucrative tech industry, releasing cutting-edge artificial intelligence models for free may seem counter-intuitive – but it has become a core business strategy. At the University of Hong Kong last November, Alibaba Group Holding chairman Joe Tsai was asked why the tech giant open-sourced its AI models. Addressing a room full of students, Tsai said he believed open-source AI would bring global benefits by lowering costs, making it a natural fit for talent- and...
Alibaba's Fu Hongyu stated China is leading global AI governance efforts, acknowledging a 'common ignorance' about the technology's direction and balancing development with safety.
