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- Environment & Sustainability
Climate change: how the new global quality assessment framework can boost carbon markets' integrity, transparency
24/04/2023
Coverage on the quality assessment framework launched in March 2023 to enhance integrity of the voluntary carbon market, in which Prof. Grace HUI, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), was quoted as saying that Hong Kong, as an international marketplace for carbon trading, should consider regulating mislabeling of core principle credits and promoting pricing transparency of such credits.
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- Business & Economy
How gambling hub Macau could cultivate stronger economic ties between China and Portuguese-speaking countries
23/04/2023
In an article on how Macau could cultivate closer economic ties between China and Portuguese-speaking countries, Prof. Edwin LAI, Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), was quoted as saying that it is possible to designate Macau as a travel destination for Portugal and Brazil, while Prof. Naubahar SHARIF, Acting Head and Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), was quoted as saying that Macau can benefit from its status as a free-trade port and its vast hotel complexes.
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- Environment & Sustainability
Greening the grid
21/04/2023
In an article on the feasibility of HK seeking regional energy cooperation with the mainland, Prof. Davis BOOKHART, Adjunct Associate Professor of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), was quoted as saying that Hong Kong has to be self-sufficient as the Greater Bay Area may not have the potential to generate excessive renewable energy that Hong Kong can import. He also suggested the government should aggressively raise the standard of the building energy code to match international green building standards.
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- Environment & Sustainability
Hong Kong is set to thrive as green-technology and finance hub
21/04/2023
In an article by Prof. Michael EDESESS, Adjunct Associate Professor of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), he shared about the development of Hong Kong as a green-technology and finance hub.
China Daily - HK
Hong Kong is set to thrive as green-technology and finance hub
China Daily - HK
Hong Kong is set to thrive as green-technology and finance hub
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- Business & Economy
中國製造十年進化論｜昆山：敢闖敢試開創兩大千億產業集群 能否裂變出更多增長極
19/04/2023
In an article on Kunshan’s business environment and metaverse industrial production, Prof. Pan HUI, Chair Professor of the Division of Emerging Interdisciplinary Areas (EMIA), was quoted as saying that Kunshan can develop cultural and tourism metaverse projects based on the scenic spots in the county and neighboring areas.
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- Business & Economy
推薦營銷與價格促銷 不宜同時用
14/04/2023
In an article co-written by Prof. Hong XU, Co-Director of Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management (T&M-DDP), she discussed the price promotion strategy would undermine the effectiveness of referral marketing.
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- Business & Economy
Could establishment of an Asian monetary fund help China’s yuan dethrone US dollar?
13/04/2023
In an article on the proposed Asian monetary fund, Prof. Edwin LAI, Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), was quoted as saying that the internationalization of the RMB as a replacement for the USD would be a long-term plan, because there was a very high degree of persistence in the status of a dominant currency in the international monetary system.
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- Environment & Sustainability
- Business & Economy
HK stands to gain by helping mainland's advanced manufacturing
12/04/2023
In an article by Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), she discussed the contributions Hong Kong can make to the Mainland's advanced manufacturing policy.
China Daily - HK
HK stands to gain by helping mainland's advanced manufacturing
China Daily - HK
HK stands to gain by helping mainland's advanced manufacturing
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- Public Policy
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
11/04/2023
In an article on India may soon surpass China as most populous, Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN, Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), was quoted as saying that it is a big moment in human history as the baton is passed to India.
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When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
ST.LOUIS POST-DIAPATCH
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
The Press of Atlantic City
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
Journal Times
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
The Pantagraph
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
Rapid City Journal
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
Quad-City Times
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
greensboro.com
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
ST.LOUIS POST-DIAPATCH
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
The Press of Atlantic City
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
Journal Times
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
The Pantagraph
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
Rapid City Journal
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
Quad-City Times
When exactly will India surpass China as most populous?
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- Environment & Sustainability
The case for deepening collaboration with the mainland
01/04/2023
In an article on deepening collaboration between Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau on climate governance policies, it was mentioned that Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), co-authored a research paper where she developed the question of a more open and collaborative climate change policy framework in Hong Kong and Macau.
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- Public Policy
2024 outlook: China property market turn requires new growth model
16/12/2023
In an article by Prof. Donald LOW, Professor of Practice in Public Policy of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), and Elisha M. (Shan) SONTHRA, student of Master of Public Policy (MPP) student, they commented on the outlook for China's property market in 2024.
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- Public Policy
Why China should allow diverse viewpoints of its economy to avoid risks of 3 biases
19/12/2023
In an article by Prof. Donald LOW, Professor of Practice in Public Policy of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), he discussed why China should allow diverse viewpoints of its economy to avoid risks associated with three kinds of bias: optimism, overconfidence, and omission.
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- World Relations
UAE seeks closer China ties through Africa, South Pacific investments as Middle East nation eyes ‘global player role’
19/12/2023
In an article on the United Arab Emirates seeking closer ties with China to co-invest in Africa and the South Pacific, Prof. Naubahar SHARIF, Acting Head and Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), was quoted as saying that Chinese investors see their UAE bases as a "springboard" to build inroads in other countries, and this is in line with the UAE's ability to be a more global player like Hong Kong.
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- Public Policy
Why Hong Kong’s demographic dilemma need not mean doom
20/12/2023
In an article by Prof. Jingwei Alex HE, Associate Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), and Elisha M. (Shan) SONTHRA, student of Master of Public Policy (MPP) student, they elaborated on how smart policies can mitigate coming changes brought about by the persistently low total fertility rate in Hong Kong.
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- Environment & Sustainability
Record turnout at Asian Insurance Forum 2023 marks promising shift in industry dynamics
21/12/2023
In an advertorial on the Asian Insurance Forum 2023, it was mentioned that Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), moderated the panel discussion on how Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) or Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) generate business value.
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- Innovation & Technology
AI融入家庭活動 長幼一起邊玩邊學
22/12/2023
In an article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he discussed AI's role in family activities.
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- Innovation & Technology
馬斯克的第一原理思維
22/12/2023
In an article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he discussed Elon Musk's use of first-principles thinking, which involves deconstructing problems and finding innovative solutions, highlighting his approach in founding SpaceX and his ability to challenge conventional thinking.
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- Student Bonding & Development
From student to managing director of multi-million dollar business: How to become a leader in 8 years
23/12/2023
In a feature interview, T&M-DDP alumnus Bor Hung CHONG, who is the Managing Director at a renowned regional solar developer NEFIN, shared on his journey from being a student to becoming the senior management of a multi-million dollar business in eight years. He mentioned he appreciated the education and diverse exposure and career opportunities he got at HKUST. Also, he said the quality of education was also second to none.
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- Public Policy
2024 outlook: China property market turn requires new growth model
26/12/2023
In an article by Prof. Donald LOW, Professor of Practice in Public Policy of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), and Elisha M. (Shan) SONTHRA, student of Master of Public Policy (MPP) student, they commented on the outlook for China's property market in 2024.
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- Environment & Sustainability
Climate change is getting real: Hong Kong's winters getting shorter while summers simmering for longer
27/12/2023
In an article on how climate change affects weather in Hong Kong, Prof. Xiaoming SHI, Assistant Professor of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR) was quoted as saying that global warming is making the hot season longer and the cold season shorter, posing greater threat to low-income populations. Prof. Laurence DELINA, Assistant Professor of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), was quoted as saying that those who are working outside such as construction workers and laborers exposed to intense heat during hotter days are also the most vulnerable.