As the president of Stanford University, I offer my warmest congratulations on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. In the midst of the sweeping economic, political, and social changes occuring in the Asia- Pacific, the world continues to look forward to the positive influence and contributions that Hong Kong Polytechnic University graduates will make with their leadership, understanding, and wisdom. Best wishes from all of us at Stanford University.