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Hong Kong’s finance secretary, Chan Mo‑po, said on 25 October 2026 that talent is the cornerstone of the city’s innovation and technology (I‑Tech) strategy. In a blog post published at 10:56 HKT, Chan stressed that building an international I‑Tech centre requires not only attracting corporate investment but also nurturing local research and talent. “We need to give companies the teams they need and provide researchers and young people with opportunities to apply their knowledge,” he wrote. “Only then can I‑Tech become a solid engine for Hong Kong’s long‑term development.” Chan highlighted recent achievements of Hong Kong’s research community. At the August Silicon Valley International Invention Festival, Lingnan University presented 14 projects that all received awards, including eight gold medals. The university has become the highest‑scoring higher‑education institution in Hong Kong for both total awards and gold medals for two consecutive years. He also cited the overseas success of several local start‑ups. Products and technologies such as electric‑vehicle charging systems, building‑cooling paint, artificial reef plates for coral restoration, and battery‑storage systems for construction sites have entered multiple international markets. These examples, Chan said, demonstrate that Hong Kong’s research output and innovative ideas are increasingly translating into tangible benefits and commercial opportunities. Article source: Sing Tao Electronic Daily | Image credit: Sing Tao Electronic Daily
Hong Kong’s finance secretary, Chan Mo‑po, said on 25 October 2026 that talent is the cornerstone of the city’s innovation and technology (I‑Tech) strategy. In a blog post published at 10:56 HKT, Chan stressed that building an international I‑Tech centre requires not only attracting corporate investment but also nurturing local research and talent. “We need to give companies the teams they need and provide researchers and young people with opportunities to apply their knowledge,” he wrote. “Only then can I‑Tech become a solid engine for Hong Kong’s long‑term development.” Chan highlighted recent achievements of Hong Kong’s research community. At the August Silicon Valley International Invention Festival, Lingnan University presented 14 projects that all received awards, including eight gold medals. The university has become the highest‑scoring higher‑education institution in Hong Kong for both total awards and gold medals for two consecutive years. He also cited the overseas success of several local start‑ups. Products and technologies such as electric‑vehicle charging systems, building‑cooling paint, artificial reef plates for coral restoration, and battery‑storage systems for construction sites have entered multiple international markets. These examples, Chan said, demonstrate that Hong Kong’s research output and innovative ideas are increasingly translating into tangible benefits and commercial opportunities.
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