This week, Hong Kong is honoured to play host to the Asia-Pacific Association for International Education (APAIE) Conference and Exhibition, one of the most significant gatherings in the global higher education arena.
For us, this is not merely a conference; it is a homecoming for international collaboration and a resounding statement of intent. As delegates from across the globe arrive in our city, we are reminded that education knows no borders, and Hong Kong remains the pivotal bridge connecting East and West.
The return of the APAIE conference to Hong Kong for the first time since 2013 carries profound significance. It is a vote of confidence in our city’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence.
In an era where geopolitical shifts and rapid technological changes challenge traditional models of learning, the need for cross-cultural dialogue has never been more urgent. By hosting this prestigious event, Hong Kong reasserts its role as a “superconnector” – a place where ideas are exchanged, partnerships are forged and the future of global education is debated and defined.
However, our vision extends far beyond a single event. The APAIE conference serves as the flagship for our broader initiative of a Study in Hong Kong Week. This event is not just a publicity campaign; it is an invitation to the world to experience an education system that is unique in offering both outstanding quality and a diversity of opportunities.
Through a series of campus tours, academic forums and cultural exchanges running alongside the conference, we will showcase the vibrant student life in “Asia’s world city”. We want international partners to see first-hand that studying in Hong Kong is about more than just earning a degree; it is about gaining a front-row seat to the economic and cultural engine of Asia.
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