Chief Executive’s Policy Unit (CEPU) visits The Division of Public Policy PPOL The Chief Executive’s Policy Unit (CEPU) recently visited the Division of Public Policy (PPOL) at HKUST, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between government and academia. During the visit, discussions revolved around innovative policy solutions and research initiatives aimed at addressing pressing societal challenges. Both parties explored potential partnerships to leverage academic expertise in shaping effective governance and informed decision-making. The meeting highlighted the critical role of research in developing policies that respond to the evolving needs of society, aiming for a more responsive and adaptive public service. This engagement marks a significant step towards bridging the gap between theory and practice in public policy. Professor Alex Jingwei He Receives the 2025 IPPA Transition and Developing Economies Award We are proud to announce that Professor Alex Jingwei He, Associate Professor at the Division of Public Policy at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, has been awarded the prestigious IPPA Transition and Developing Economies Award 2025. Professor He is the first Chinese scholar to receive this distinguished honor since the award’s inception in 2021. He was recognized for his outstanding scholarly contributions in the fields of health policy, policy design and innovations, population aging, and social policy, with particular emphasis on advancing public policy research and practice in developing and transitional economies. He will be officially presented with the award at the 7th International Conference on Public Policy (ICPP7), to be held in Chiang Mai, Thailand, this July. Faculty Insight We extend our warmest congratulations to Professor He for this remarkable achievement and his continued dedication to impactful and globally relevant public policy research. 46 News and Upcoming Events
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