An article by the Chief Development Strategist and Adjunct Professor of Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR), Prof. Christine LOH, on the task of this generation to reconcile toughness with tenderness, to build societies that value empathy as much as efficiency. (SCMP)

The Institute for Public Policy (IPP) held the forum "Global Experience and Local Practice: Shaping Hong Kong’s New Ride-Hailing Landscape " last Friday. Moderated by the Professor of Practice of Division of Public Policy (PPOL), Prof. Donald LOW, the event featured experts from CUHK and industry leaders who discussed Hong Kong’s latest ride-hailing regulations and developments. (Various media)

In an article on the declining birth rates around the world, Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN, the Professor of Division of Public Policy (PPOL) and Division of Social Science (SOSC) was quoted as saying that higher investment in health and education and workers' productivity can make a slight population decline resulting in higher per capita GDP. (ifeng.com)

In a column article by the Head of Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR), Prof. Kai Hon Alexis LAU, the Adjunct Professor of Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR), Prof. Chi Ming SHUN and the Chief Development Strategist and the Adjunct Professor of Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR), Prof. Christine LOH, commenting on a recent article "China's Air-Quality Improvements Have Hastened Global Warming" published by The Economist, they said that China’s clean-air success exemplifies responsible transition and highlights the need to accelerate global decarbonization for cleaner air and stable climate.

More coverage on HKUST announcing a strategic collaboration with Solomon Learning Group to establish the AI Literacy Hub, a major initiative of AI education in HK. At the launching ceremony, the President of HKUST, Prof. Nancy IP, stated the hub will serve as a dynamic platform to develop AI education programs for primary and secondary schools, conduct community outreach, and communicate AI developments to the public. Led by the Lecturer of Division of Integrative Systems & Design (ISD) and the Director of the Hub, Dr. Jac LEUNG, the hub aims to create a dynamic platform to drive innovation and development in AI education for primary and secondary schools. (Various media)

In an article on CNN's latest episode of 'Tech For Good' covering the groundbreaking technologies in search and rescue missions, it was mentioned that the 2025 graduate of BSc in Integrative Systems and Design, Jimmy WU Chun-Ming and his team have developed AeroRelief, a smart delivery drone system designed to enhance emergency response in remote areas.

A column article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, the Adjunct Professor of Division of Integrative Systems & Design (ISD), on how AI has helped retirees turn into slashers. He emphasizes that the “young-old” generation can turn the later decades of life into a fulfilling new chapter by reassessing goals, sustaining financial well-being, and regularly revisiting their Ikigai to ensure their life remains purposeful, balanced, and resilient. (HK Economic Times)

A column article by Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR) Chief Development Strategist and Adjunct Professor, Prof. Christine LOH on the measures outlined in the 2025 Policy Address as well as the challenge faced by Hong Kong. She noted the government must integrate its commitments into strategies that can be clearly promoted locally and internationally, as HK gradually repositions itself as a hub for clean energy and environmental technology. (China Daily - HK)

Prof. Masaru YARIME, Associate Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), spoke with RTHK radio program Backchat, regarding the newly elected leader of the Liberal Democratic Party in Japan and the significant policy challenges the country is currently facing, both domestically and internationally.

Two articles by Prof. Erwin HUANG, the Adjunct Professor of Division of Integrative Systems & Design (ISD) on AR tools that can make life easier and improve the quality of life. (HK Economic Times and HK Economic Journal)