News & Announcements

Open for MPhil Positions for the 2024/25 Admission Intake for Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program (AFLSP)

The Division now invites applications to MPhil positions for the master's degree "Master of Philosophy in Public Policy" that is funded by the Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program (AFLSP) for 2024–25 admissions. The scholarship is HK$258,000 (~US$32,950) per year for 2 years. Apply now, before 31 January 2024.

Open for PhD Positions for the 2024/25 Admission Intake for The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS)

The Division now invites applications to PhD positions for the doctoral degree Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy that is fully funded by The Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) for 2024–25 admissions. The stipend is HK$331,200 (~US$42,290) per year for 4 years. Apply now before 1 December 2023.

SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST (SCMP)

Putin loosens lid on nuclear tests as Russia steps back from test ban treaty

In Prof. Julien de Troullioud de Lanversin's op-ed about Russia's recent decision to repeal its ratification of the nuclear test ban treaty, he pointed out that while it does not mean that Russia is getting ready to resume full-scale nuclear tests, this decision removes another safeguard on a fragile balance around an agreed halt to nuclear tests between major nuclear powers. It is hoped that the recent efforts between the US, China, and Russia to initiate exchange around this issue will reduce mistrust and prevent a dangerous and unnecessary resumption of full-scale nuclear tests.    

SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST (SCMP)

3 traps Hong Kong must avoid in building an innovation-driven university town

  Prof. Alex Jingwei He in his recent op-ed on SCMP shared his insights into the recently proposed Northern Metropolis university town, stating that it should not be designed for education only but be a powerful magnet to attract talent, resources, and opportunities. Emphasizing collaboration and synergy, he remarked that a global vision, rather than unhealthy competition among local universities, by partnering with the world's best universities and close alliances with big players in the global arena is required to boost innovation and enhance the I &T ecology.  

SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST (SCMP)

CIIE: China, Afghanistan cultivate deeper ties with agriculture deals

Professor Naubahar Sharif shared his insight into China's recent trade expansion and agricultural cooperation deal with Afghanistan suffering from a slumped economy and a substantial post-war power vacuum after the withdrawal of US troops. Professor Sharif pointed out that "the boost in trade might eventually facilitate Chinese infrastructure projects such as pipelines for oil and natural gas, that Afghanistan could fit well into China's Belt and Road Initiative to build infrastructure abroad to smooth trade."   

China Global Television Network (CGTN)

Prof. Julien de Troullioud de Lanversin Shared His Views on TEPCO Transparency and IAEA Neutrality in Fukushima Wastewater Release

ARMS CONTROL TODAY

Reducing Tensions Over Nuclear Testing at Very Low Yield

Are we close to a resumption of nuclear weapon tests around the world? In this article in Arms Control Today, Prof. Julien de Troullioud de Lanversin explains how accusations made by the US that Russia and China might be violating their nuclear test moratorium with very low-yield tests are fueling calls for a renewed nuclear arms race. Prof. de Troullioud de Lanversin advocates for new transparency and verification measures that could help dispel suspicions around very low-yield tests and reduce risks of a resumption of full-scale nuclear tests.

SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST (SCMP)

Keen to improve China ties, Turkey predicts 2 million tourists by 2030

Professor Naubahar Sharif shared his insight in a recent South China Morning Post's interview on Turkey's effort to promote tourism and its public-private partnership, he remarked that "the appetite for outbound tourism might be dampened at this point, but in the long term it makes sense".

The World Economic Forum-Young Global Leaders Development Program

Professor Naubahar Sharif and Professor Donald Low Shared Policy Insights on the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders Development Program

  Professor Naubahar Sharif and Professor Donald Low their insight and thoughts on issues concerning policy and regulatory framework arising out of the rapid evolution of AI technology in this year’s Young Global Leaders (YGL) Development Program of the World Economic Forum (WEF), hosted by HKUST, under the theme “Our AI-Driven Future: Prospects and Pitfalls”.  

Sing Tao Daily

University Grants Committee’s Official Coverage of Prof. Alex Jingwei He’s Research Impact on Policy Making

  Professor Alex Jingwei He's research impact case was featured in the official coverage of UGC's publicity series of 4-star (rated as internationally outstanding in RAE) impact cases in Sing Tao Daily, representing public policy and administration discipline.