Secretary for Education Choi Yuk-lin today attended the 25th China Annual Conference & Expo for International Education in Beijing to share Hong Kong’s experiences in promoting internationalisation and diversification of higher education, and promote the “Study in Hong Kong” brand.

A high-level and comprehensive platform for global educators to engage in dialogue and co-operation, this year’s conference, under the theme “Education for All, the Unknown & the Future”, attracted thousands of people from around the world.

In her keynote speech, Ms Choi said that Hong Kong has five University Grants Committee-funded universities which rank among the world’s top 100.

Coupled with its sound education infrastructure, outstanding research talent and strong research capabilities, Hong Kong’s reputable brand name of quality education is widely recognised and acknowledged both locally and globally, she highlighted.

Ms Choi further noted that the 2024 Policy Address announced the establishment of the Committee on Education, Technology & Talents to take forward the work of invigorating the country through science and education, and accelerate the building of an innovative talent pool.

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government launched a number of key initiatives to create multiple pathways for young people, she added.

The education chief also pointed out that the Hong Kong SAR Government has been actively supporting the establishment of alliances between higher education institutions in Hong Kong and on the Mainland to gather high-quality teaching and research resources, and to achieve mutual benefits through deepening co-operation, thereby enhancing regional co-operation as well as developments on different fronts.

During the conference, Ms Choi exchanged views on the latest trends and developments in global education with other guests. She also met representatives of Hong Kong post-secondary education institutions participating in the expo.