PolyU will, through its partnership with Sichuan University in establishing China's first Training Institute on Disaster Management and Reconstruction (IDMR), bring in its programmes and expertise to support the reconstruction and sustainable development of Sichuan province. This large-scale project will be funded by a donation of RMB 200 million from The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC).

The Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony for IDMR was held in the Jiangan District of Sichuan U campus on 30 December 2010. The ceremony was officiated by PolyU Vice President (Institutional Advancement and Partnership) Prof. Angelina Yuen, Sichuan University President Prof. Xie Heping, Deputy President Prof. Li Guangxian, and HKJC Executive Director of Corporate Affairs Dr Kim Mak. Details>>