HKUST PPOL Fall 2025

2025 AUA Asia Pacific Public Policy Network (AP-PPN) Conference on Public Policy On May 22-23, 2025, the AUA Asia-Pacific Public Policy Network (AP-PPN) Conference, hosted by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)’s Division of Public Policy and co-organized by the Asian Universities Alliance and United Nations Academic Impact, gathered global scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to explore its core theme: “The Future Directions of Public Policy: Harnessing AI and Data Science for Governance, Public Health, and Sustainable Urban Habitat in Asia”. Against the backdrop of Asia’s rapidly evolving policy landscapes, marked by diverse regulatory approaches, technological disparities, and unique socio-political dynamics, the conference delved into how technological advancements can address emerging challenges— such as AI-driven ethical dilemmas, public health crises, and urbanization pressures—while fostering responsible and equitable development across the region. It served as a pivotal platform for exchanging insights from parallel sessions, keynote speeches, and roundtable discussions, aiming to bridge gaps in governance, On May 22-23, 2025, the AUA AsiaPacific Public Policy Network (AP-PPN) Conference, hosted by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)’s Division of Public Policy and co-organized by the Asian Universities Alliance and United Nations Academic Impact, gathered global scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to explore its core theme: “The Future Directions of Public Policy: Harnessing AI and Data Science for Governance, Public Health, and Sustainable Urban Habitat in Asia”. Against the backdrop of Asia’s rapidly evolving policy landscapes, marked by diverse regulatory approaches, technological disparities, and unique socio-political dynamics, the conference delved into how technological advancements can address emerging challenges—such as AI-driven ethical dilemmas, public health crises, and urbanization pressures—while fostering responsible and equitable development across the region. It served as a pivotal platform for exchanging insights from parallel sessions, keynote speeches, and roundtable discussions, aiming to bridge gaps in governance, align policies with local needs, and leverage collaborative strategies to unlock the transformative potential of AI and data science for Asia’s future. 36 Conferences and Events

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