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- Public Policy
As Asian societies age, ‘retirement' just means more work
08/01/2023
In an article on population aging in Asia, Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN, Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), was quoted as saying that late retirement is a complex issue and people's lives and institutions will have to adapt in many ways.
The Seattle Times
As Asian societies age, ‘retirement' just means more work
Japan Times, Tokyo
As Asian Societies Age, ‘Retirement’ Just Means More Work
Star Advertiser
As Asian Societies Age, ‘Retirement’ Just Means More Work
Bangkok Post
When 'retiring' means more work
The Seattle Times
As Asian societies age, ‘retirement' just means more work
Japan Times, Tokyo
As Asian Societies Age, ‘Retirement’ Just Means More Work
Star Advertiser
As Asian Societies Age, ‘Retirement’ Just Means More Work
Bangkok Post
When 'retiring' means more work
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- Environment & Sustainability
After the razzmatazz of its kick-off, the long hard slog begins on Hong Kong’s carbon credits market
07/01/2023
In an article on Hong Kong as a platform of carbon trading, Prof. Robert GIBSON, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), was quoted as saying that credits on business projects that removed greenhouse gases were limited in supply.
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- Public Policy
- Social Changes and Health
China’s zero-Covid policy, botched reopening will puzzle historians for years to come
06/01/2023
In an article on China’s zero-Covid policy by Prof. Donald LOW, Senior Lecturer of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), he addressed questions left to economists and historians on China's handling of the pandemic as the country reopens.
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- Business & Economy
- World Relations
華洽人幣買油 沙特勢拒接納
03/01/2023
In an article analyzing whether oil and natural gas transactions can be settled in RMB, Prof. Edwin LAI, Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), was quoted as saying that Saudi Arabia is in favor of the USD and is reluctant to accept the RMB. Moreover, Saudi Arabia would not like to see arbitrage activities arising from the different transactions denominated in RMB and USD.
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- Innovation & Technology
監管超前部署 打擊新型犯罪
28/12/2022
In a feature article on metaverse development, Prof. Pan HUI, Chair Professor of the Division of Emerging Interdisciplinary Areas (EMIA), was quoted on his views on possible commercial applications of metaverse and challenges in regulation facing law enforcement agencies.
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- Environment & Sustainability
- Public Policy
減貧與可持續發展國際論壇:洋蔥學園助力鄉村教育振興
19/12/2022
Prof. Albert PARK, Chair Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), shared his insights on poverty alleviation in a speech at 2022 International Forum on Poverty Reduction and Sustainable Development.
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- Public Policy
- Social Changes and Health
Lessons for Hong Kong in its futile pursuit of China’s zero-Covid strategy
15/12/2022
In an article by Prof. Donald LOW, Senior Lecturer of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), he commented on the “zero-COVID” policy’s lessons for Hong Kong. His views on China's abandonment of its "zero-COVID" strategy was also quoted in another media report.
The Christian Science Monitor
China is open for business, but COVID concerns still keep many home
The Christian Science Monitor
China is open for business, but COVID concerns still keep many home
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- Environment & Sustainability
HKUST CARE2022 Examines Green Finance, Policy Options
12/12/2022
The HKUST Climate Adaptation and Resilience Conference (CARE2022) concluded with Secretary for Financial Services & the Treasury Christopher HUI Ching-Yu’s speech on green finance as a highlight of the third day of the conference.
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- Environment & Sustainability
HKUST CARE 2022 Creates Opportunity of Stocktaking Policy and Measures on Hong Kong’s Climate Adaptation and Resilience
10/12/2022
HKUST’s three-day Climate Adaptation and Resilience Conference (CARE2022) drew about 1,000 participants on its first day of event, including senior government officials and industry representatives. Provost Prof. GUO Yike spoke on HKUST’s commitment to developing sustainability solutions for society in his welcome remarks.
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- Environment & Sustainability
院士專家齊聚大灣區碳中和論壇 共商推動大灣區碳中和進程
10/12/2022
Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), delivered a keynote speech titled “2022 COP27 and its significance to HK” at the GBA Carbon Neutrality Forum.
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- Public Policy
Approval of the National Security Law Might Lead to Another Protest
10/06/2020
Prof. Albert PARK, Affiliated Faculty of Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management (T&M-DDP) said the approval of the national security law might lead to another six to eight months of protests in the city.
Vogue Business
Rethinking Hong Kong's luxury future
Vogue Business
Rethinking Hong Kong's luxury future
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- Public Policy
Better Childcare Can Help Raise Fertility Rate
10/06/2020
Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN, Professor of Division of Public Policy (PPOL) and LI Zilin, PPOL PhD candidate discussed about why childcare services is an important factor that affects fertility rate.
China Daily
Better childcare can help raise fertility rate
China Daily
Better childcare can help raise fertility rate
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- Public Policy
HK’s Inadequacy in Social Welfare and Protection
10/06/2020
Prof. Donald LOW, Professor of Practice of Division of Public Policy (PPOL) said the social unrest and the pandemic have exposed HK’s inadequacy in social welfare and protection, which the HK government should reflect upon.
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- Environment & Sustainability
Sustainable Fund Flow is Important to Urban Planning in China
10/06/2020
Prof. Ye QI , Director of Institute for Public Policy (IPP) shared his insights that the Chinese government should create opportunities for sustainable fund flow for infrastructure investment and financing, as well as strengthening urban planning in China in the long run.
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- Business & Economy
It’s Time to Plan for a Messy U.S.-China Divorce
11/06/2020
Prof. Christine LOH,Chief Development Strategist of Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR) shared her thoughts that the U.S.-China divorce will likely involve deep and wide collateral damage, affecting US corporate interests in China.
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- Business & Economy
China's Street Vendors Rush To Sell Despite Mixed Messages
16/06/2020
Prof. Albert PARK, Affiliated Faculty of Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management (T&M-DDP) said he is skeptical that promoting a street vendor economy will substantially boost consumption as hawkers may draw away businesses from regular shops.
Macau Business
China's Street Vendors Rush To Sell Despite Mixed Messages
Macau Business
China's Street Vendors Rush To Sell Despite Mixed Messages
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- Public Policy
Same Criteria Needed in Evaluating Responses to Pandemic
19/06/2020
Prof. Naubahar SHARIF, Associate Professor of Division of Public Policy (PPOL) stated the importance of using symmetrical criteria while analyzing or evaluating different places’ responses to COVID-19 crisis.
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- Business & Economy
China and the US Must Find Ways to Coexist
23/06/2020
Prof. Christine LOH,Chief Development Strategist of Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR) shared her thoughts on why she thinks China and US should find ways to coexist instead of decoupling.
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- Innovation & Technology
Early Responders Fight Pandemic
30/06/2020
The new smart anti-microbial coating developed by the research team led by Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE) and Prof. YEUNG King Lun, Professor of Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR) was featured in articles on the potential market of disinfectant products.
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- Innovation & Technology
Study: Hong Kongers Value Environment But Lack Smart Tech To Track Energy-Saving
03/07/2020
Prof. Masaru YARIME, Associate Professor of Division of Public Policy (PPOL), Prof. Erik BAARK, Emeritus Professor of Division of Social Science, Prof. NG Tze-Ling, former Assistant Professor of Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Dr. Constantine SPANDAGOS, Postdoctoral Research Fellow of PPOL, have conducted a study and found that smart technology tools could facilitate energy-saving in HK households.