In an article discussing US President Donald Trump's spending freeze for the United States Agency for International Development, the Head & Professor of Division of Public Policy (PPOL), Prof. Naubahar SHARIF highlighted that a void has emerged following the US's cessation of aid programs globally. He also noted that while the Belt and Road Initiative focuses on infrastructure, energy, and clean water—not aid—it plays a significant role in addressing such needs. (SCMP)

The Chief Development Strategist of Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR) and Institute for the Environment (IENV), Prof. Christine LOH authored an article titled "Asia's Vision of Peace: A Fortress Against 'America First', which was published by ACYPI, an Australia's premier platform linking young professionals and entrepreneurs to opportunities in Australia and China. The article sheds light on Asian culture's focus on harmony and moral responsibility. (Various media)

In a feature interview with RTHK’s program, the Professor of the Division of Integrative Systems & Design (ISD) and the Department of Ocean Science (OCES) Prof. Sai Kit YEUNG shared that he is leading a team to develop underwater robots designed to clean the ocean floor. These robots utilize detailed 3D mapping to efficiently patrol and remove underwater waste, contributing to a cleaner marine environment. (RTHK Radio 1)

A column article by the Adjunct Professor of Division of Integrative Systems & Design (ISD), Prof. Erwin HUANG, on the ideality and reality of OpenAI. (HK Economic Journal)

An article by the Adjunct Professor of Division of Integrative Systems & Design (ISD), Prof. Erwin HUANG, discusses using AI to enhance critical thinking. (HK Economic Times)

More coverage on the remarks made by Prof. Han Sirui, Assistant Professor in the Division of Emerging Interdisciplinary Areas (EMIA),the Department of Economics (ECON) and the Division of Arts and Machine Creativity (AMC). She stated that AI has become an important avenue for the government to modernize its operations. Additionally, she mentioned that DeepSeek's large language model can enhance service efficiency and drive model innovation, thereby helping to transform Hong Kong into a smart city. (Various media)

An article by the Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR), Prof. Christine LOH, on the implications of US withdrawal from the Paris climate accord. (China Daily)

A research team led by the Chair Professor of the Department of Chemistry and the Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR), Prof. YU Jianzhen, along with researchers from Southern University of Science and Technology, has unveiled the global distribution and climate impacts of light-absorbing nitrogen components found in organic aerosols. Their findings were published in the journal Science. (Various media)

An article by the Professor of Practice of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL) and Institute for Public Policy (IPP), Prof. Donald LOW, on how Hong Kong's budget deficits can be a catalyst to restructure the economy. (SCMP)

In a feature on GBA collaborations, WWP interviewed the Research Professor of the Division of Emerging Interdisciplinary Areas (EMIA), Prof. Kei-May LAU, and HKUST alumnus LEUNG Foo about their journeys in developing innovative semiconductor technologies to contribute to Hong Kong. The duo shared insights into how HK’s unique advantages have fueled the growth of their start-ups and how the collaborative ecosystem within the GBA offers a fertile ground for further advancements. Meanwhile, WWP also talked to SHCIRI General Director Prof. YANG Jinglei, who elaborated on HKUST's strategic developments in Hetao. He emphasized SHCIRI's pivotal role in driving the integration of Shenzhen and Hong Kong's strengths, aiming to establish a world-class I&T hub in the region. (Various media)