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Visit by Delegation of Member of the Standing Committee of the Fujian Provincial People's Congress

14 May 2024

Research

A group photo of the delegates and PolyU members.

The delegation visited the library.

The delegation visited the School of Design.

The two sides discussed and exchanged views on strengthening cooperation in technology and innovation between Fujian and Hong Kong.

A group photo of Dr LAM Tai-fai, Council Chairman of PolyU (1st from right), Prof. Jin-Guang TENG, President of PolyU (2nd from left) and Mr. Li Jianhui, Member of the Standing Committee of the Fujian Provincial People's Congress (1st from left) and Mr Wang Mingyuan, Mayor of Jinjiang Municipal People’s Government (2nd from right).


A delegation led by Mr LI Jianhui, Member of the Standing Committee of the Fujian Provincial People's Congress and Mr Wang Mingyuan, Mayor of Jinjiang Municipal People’s Government, visited the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) on 6 May to exchange views on strengthening cooperation in technology and innovation between Fujian and Hong Kong. The delegation was warmly welcomed by Dr LAM Tai-fai, Council Chairman of PolyU; Prof. Jin-Guang TENG, President of PolyU; Prof. Wing-tak WONG, Deputy President and Provost of PolyU; Prof. Christopher CHAO, Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU, and other representatives from PolyU.

Dr LAM stated that as a world-class research-oriented university, PolyU maintains its dedication to focusing on technological innovation and nurturing scientific research talent. He expressed his hope to strengthen collaboration with Quanzhou City, aiming to introduce more globally-renowned technological achievements to be implemented and transformed in the region. This initiative will significantly enhance industrial development and provide innovative drive for the economic and social development of Quanzhou City.

Mr LI stated that the PolyU-Jinjiang Technology and Innovation Research Institute (Research Institute) is an important initiative in Fujian Province. The Government is committed to supporting and facilitating the transformation and implementation of the research outcomes.

Since the establishment of the Research Institute, both parties have demonstrated strong commitment and exceptional efficiency. Moving forward, PolyU hopes to cooperate with Quanzhou City to jointly establish a comprehensive ecosystem involving with the government, industry, academia, and research institutions, aligning with the major strategic development of Quanzhou City, Fujian Province, and even the nation as a whole.

 

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