22 October 2026 

A delegation from HSUHK participated in AppliedEdu Xchange 2026 in Malaysia on 20–21 October 2026. The event brought together higher education leaders, industry representatives and policymakers from across Asia and beyond to discuss talent development, educational innovation and the evolving role of universities in a rapidly changing world.

As an opening keynote speaker, Professor Joshua Mok, President of HSUHK, shared his perspectives on the future of higher education, noting that universities should go beyond imparting knowledge and professional skills and seek to cultivate critical thinking, ethical judgement and lifelong learning, thereby enabling students to adapt to change and contribute meaningfully to society. Dr Josiah Chan, Vice-President (Organisational Development), shared HSUHK’s experience in postgraduate education, international engagement and student development at Sunway University, Malaysia.

During the trip, HSUHK signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) in Malaysia and First City Providential College in the Philippines, marking the start of a strategic partnerships with the two institutions. The MoUs established a framework for cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including collaborative academic initiatives, joint research projects, and other activities that promote knowledge exchange and international engagement. HSUHK also signed an agreement with the United Chinese School Committees’ Association of Malaysia to foster student recruitment.

The delegation also visited Taylor’s University and University of Nottingham Malaysia to explore opportunities for further collaboration.