First Digital Education Week Concludes with Over 24,000 Participants Exploring Innovations in Educational Technology

First Digital Education Week by Education Bureau concludes

The first Digital Education Week (DEW) organised by the Education Bureau (EDB) concluded yesterday (July 7). The two flagship events of the DEW, including the Learning and Teaching Expo 2025 (LTE 2025) and the International Summit on the Use of AI in Learning and Teaching Languages and Other Subjects and Post-Summit Workshop Series, attracted over 24 000 participants altogether, providing opportunities for education professionals to gain further insights into the latest developments in educational technology and inspiring them to apply emerging technologies to enhance learning and teaching effectiveness.

The Summit, jointly organised by the EDB, the Standing Committee on Language Education and Research, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and the Hong Kong Education City (EdCity), was held from July 4 to 7, attracting over 4 500 participants. The LTE 2025, was held from July 2 to 4, supported by the EDB, presented by EdCity and organised by the Smart City Consortium, attracted over 20 000 participants, setting a new record for attendance. Themed "Education: A Shared Future for All", the LTE 2025 convened global educators, education leaders and innovators. Through keynote speeches, seminars, workshops and product showcases, participants explored innovative pedagogies and educational technology applications while shaping future educational directions.

The LTE 2025 featured over 600 exhibition booths and introduced the Mainland and International Pavilions (including Singapore and Korea)to foster cross-regional collaborative exchanges. The Principals' Conference, for the first time, brought together over 200 Hong Kong school principals for a 1.5-day "VASK" immersive experience, comprising seminars and expert discussions focused on "Values, Attitudes, Skills, and Knowledge". A newly introduced Kids' AI Summit engaged approximately 100 Hong Kong primary and secondary school students in a three-minute speech session, where they shared insights on AI in education, child well-being, and future careers. Additionally, over 270 keynote speeches, seminars, and demonstration classes showcased innovative teaching solutions and trends in technology applications, with more than 300 experts sharing their experiences in integrating AI and educational technology into teaching.

The Summit included three main components: the Summit itself, a series of workshops, and the technology showcase. Participants engaged in different segments based on their backgrounds, needs, and interests. The first two days of the Summit featured keynote speeches from five top experts in AI education, namely Associate Professor of the Graduate School of Education at Stanford University, the United States, Professor Victor Lee; the Director of the Artificial Intelligence and Digital Competency Education Centre at the Education University of Hong Kong, Professor Kong Siu-cheung; Professor of the School of Animation and Digital Arts at the Communication University of China Professor Lyu Xin; Professor of Sociolinguistics at the University of Reading, the United Kingdom, Professor Rodney Jones; and the Director for Education and Skills at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, Professor Andreas Schleicher. In addition to keynote speeches, the Summit arranged for scholars from around the world to present 83 papers and conducted seven teaching demonstrations by frontline teachers from Hong Kong and the Mainland.

In the following two days, 11 workshops were held in Cantonese, Putonghua, or English, allowing participants to experience various AI educational tools and engage in in-depth discussions on ethical issues related to AI literacy and applications. Additionally, 20 exhibiting organisations and technology companies participated in the technology showcase, displaying cutting-edge tools and software to demonstrate the potential of AI in the teaching and learning of languages and other subjects.

The first DEW has made a positive impact on the education sector, enhancing teachers' and students' understanding of digital education and the application of related educational technologies. The rich activities provided during the DEW comprehensively showcased the latest educational technologies, resources, and teaching methods from around the world, inspiring innovative thinking among educators. Through various rich interactive sessions, participants not only had the opportunities to engage with a wide range of effective innovative technology solutions to enhance learning and teaching, but the public awareness of future educational trends has also been strengthened.

The series of activities during this year's DEW was well received by various sectors, with total participation exceeding 24 000 visitors. Despite teachers and students being busy with post-examination activities, they actively supported the events, fully demonstrating the appeal and foresight of the themes of the two flagship events of this year's DEW. It also reflected the intensive attention and support from the academic community and relevant stakeholders for the development of digital education in Hong Kong.

First Digital Education Week by Education Bureau concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

First Digital Education Week by Education Bureau concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

First Digital Education Week by Education Bureau concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

First Digital Education Week by Education Bureau concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

First Digital Education Week by Education Bureau concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

First Digital Education Week by Education Bureau concludes Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

DH and NMPA co-organise seminar on "GBA Medical Device Regulations and Registration Process Training" in Hong Kong again

The Department of Health (DH), in collaboration with the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Center for Medical Device Evaluation and Inspection (GBA Center) of the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), today (September 15) co-organised the "GBA Medical Device Regulations and Registration Process Training" seminar in Hong Kong. The seminar aims to assist the local trade in tapping into the Chinese Mainland market and to further deepen exchanges and co-operation between the two places in medical device regulation and industry development.

This was the second seminar of its kind co-organised by the DH and the GBA Center since last May. The Deputy Director of the GBA Center, Mr Xu Liang, and a number of reviewers travelled to Hong Kong to serve as speakers, sharing updates on the GBA Center's latest work and giving an in-depth briefing on the regulatory framework, registration procedures, key market-entry requirements and major review considerations for medical devices in the Chinese Mainland. The seminar helped the trade to gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest trends and market access requirements in the Chinese Mainland.

The seminar attracted approximately 300 representatives from the local medical device trade, including manufacturers, traders, research and development (R&D) professionals, and regulatory affairs consultants. The participants noted that the training content was substantive and tailored to the industry's practical needs, helping them gain a thorough understanding of the current regulatory regime and the details of the submission arrangements in the Chinese Mainland.

The DH expresses its gratitude to the NMPA for its support. As the Mainland China is an important global market and R&D hub for medical devices, the DH will continue to organise similar activities to deepen professional exchanges and collaboration. Leveraging Hong Kong's role as a "super connector" and "super value-adder", the DH is committed to promoting healthcare innovation and high-quality development of the industry.

At the same time, in line with the nation's strategic initiatives to accelerate the development of "Healthy China" and prioritise health in development, the DH will work toward building "Healthy Hong Kong". Promoting innovation in cross-boundary medical co-operation will not only help Hong Kong integrate into the "Healthy GBA", but will also allow Hong Kong's internationally recognised healthcare system to contribute to elevating national medical standards to the global stage, thereby underscoring Hong Kong's unique advantages and value in integrating into and serving the nation's overall development.

DH and NMPA co-organise seminar on "GBA Medical Device Regulations and Registration Process Training" in Hong Kong again Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

DH and NMPA co-organise seminar on "GBA Medical Device Regulations and Registration Process Training" in Hong Kong again Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

DH and NMPA co-organise seminar on "GBA Medical Device Regulations and Registration Process Training" in Hong Kong again Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases