The PolyU Research Centre for Chinese History and Culture hosted a successful academic and cultural exchange programme with Tsinghua University and the University of Macau from 26 to 30 June. Approximately 70 teachers and students from the three universities gathered to explore modern Chinese history, traditional Chinese culture and national development.

Students attended lectures and wrote papers on topics that included Modern China and the World; Modern China: Thought, Culture and History; and New Interpretations of Traditional China. They then presented their papers to instructors and peers for discussion.

The Research Centre arranged excursions for teachers and students to cultural sites including the Sheung Wan Heritage Trail, West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong Palace Museum, Tai Kwun and The Peak. Participants learnt more about Hong Kong’s modern historical and cultural developments.

Dr Lam Tai-fai, PolyU Council Chairman and the Research Centre’s Advisory Committee Chairman, said the programme aimed to enhance students’ interest in Chinese culture and national identity. “Through this and upcoming activities, we hope students will gain a deeper understanding of China and contribute to the Nation’s development,” he said.

Dr Lam added that the Research Centre will continue its partnerships with Tsinghua University and the University of Macau with the aim of ongoing cooperation in education, research and innovation. This includes co-hosting symposia, developing learning materials and providing teacher training - all with the aim of promoting Chinese culture.

PolyU held the Opening Ceremony of the Research Centre for Chinese History and Culture on 17 January 2023. The ceremony was officiated by Mr Kevin Yeung Yun-hung, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism (3rd from left), and Mr Zhang Guoyi, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Publicity, Cultural and Sports Affairs of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government (3rd from right). They were joined by Dr Lam Tai-fai (2nd from left), Prof. Jin-Guang Teng (2nd from right), Prof. Wing-tak Wong (1st from left), and Prof. Li Ping (1st from right).


The Research Centre signed an MoU with the Institute of Humanities of Tsinghua University on 17 January 2023.