- 17 October 2025
In a significant contribution to the regional dialogue on education, The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK) co-hosted a major international research symposium on 17 October 2025, bringing together leading scholars to explore innovative strategies for shaping a sustainable future for higher education across Asia.
The research seminar, titled “Innovative Paths to Quality Higher Education in Asia: Reform, Risks and Reinventions for a Sustainable Future”, was jointly organised by HSUHK, Chengchi University in Taiwan (NCCU), and the Higher Education Evaluation & Accreditation Council of Taiwan. Held in a hybrid format at NCCU in Taipei, the symposium addressed the pressing challenges of quality assurance, digital transformation, and sustainable development facing universities in the post-pandemic era.
The seminar convened a distinguished lineup of experts from across the region, including scholars from HSUHK, Lingnan University, Nanyang Technological University, Chengchi University in Taiwan, Chiayi University in Taiwan, Taipei University of Technology in Taiwan, Seoul National University. They delved into the complex interplay between systemic reforms, evolving regulatory frameworks, and the need for institutions to remain agile and responsive to societal and economic demands.
A keynote presentation was delivered by Professor Joshua Mok Ka-ho, Provost and Vice President (Academic and Research) and the Dean of the Graduate School at HSUHK. In his thought-provoking speech, "Epistemic Justice in International Higher Education: Experiences of African Students in China ", Professor Mok challenged conventional perspectives on internationalisation. He highlighted the critical importance of recognising and integrating diverse forms of knowledge and student experiences.
The symposium featured a series of presentations where speakers examined a wide range of topics, including the alignment of educational outcomes with labour market needs, the digital transformation of teaching and learning, and the practical integration of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into institutional governance and curricula.
The event served as a vital platform for scholars to share cutting-edge research and foster collaborative partnerships, underscoring the shared mission of advancing higher education across Asia.
