The Government has promulgated the Conceptual Outline of the Development Plan for the Innovation and Technology Industry in the San Tin Technopole. Professor Dennis Lo Yuk-ming, the President of Hong Kong Academy of Sciences, pointed out that the Conceptual Outline has set clear goals for the development of the science and technology innovation industry in the San Tin Technopole.
The conceptual image of the San Tin Technopole, Photo source: FB
According to the Conceptual Outline, the San Tin Technopole is expected to grow in five stages from next year. The release and leveling of all the land will take nearly 10 years to complete. It is expected that when the Technopole starts to operate, it will contribute about 250 billion HKD or more to the local GDP of Hong Kong each year and provide more than 300,000 related positions. The authorities also consider developing the Technopole in collaboration with the market through the model of a "platform company".
Professor Lo stated that the Conceptual Outline establishes clear goals for the development of the science and technology innovation industry in the San Tin Technopole, focusing on multiple fields, including life and health. It is believed that the Conceptual Outline can further promote the flow of scientific research data between Shenzhen and Hong Kong and expand the scale of research samples. He hoped that, after the establishment of the Technopole, the free flow between Hong Kong and Shenzhen can be efficiently connected from personnel to capital, etc. to give rise to more revolutionary scientific research achievements, making it a hub of innovation and technology for the country's strategies of "bringing in and going global", as well as a key center for the future development of emerging technology industries.
Additionally, Professor Anderson Shum Ho-cheung, the President of the Hong Kong Young Academy of Sciences, noted that the layout of the Technopole will facilitate the flow of innovative resources and foster cooperation between enterprises and talent. He hoped that Hong Kong could further strengthen its leading position in basic research, attract more international enterprises and top scientific research talents, and create more job opportunities and commercial value. He also expected that the Technopole could become a fertile ground for promoting and transforming scientific research achievements, and complete its development as soon as possible.
The Hong Kong Academy of Sciences in Hong Kong Science Park, Photo source: reference image
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei
The delegation of the Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town under the Committee on Development of the Northern Metropolis, led by the Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, today (April 1) continued its visit. Representatives from the eight University Grants Committee-funded universities also joined the delegation today. They visited the Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei, which are listed as part of the "one core and two wings" national development strategy, to learn about practical experience in large-scale new area planning and construction, with a view to providing solid reference for the planning and construction of the Northern Metropolis University Town (NMUT).
In the morning, the delegation visited the Beijing Municipal Administrative Center, touring the planning exhibition hall, the Yunhe Business District, the Beijing Library and the Grand Canal Museum of Beijing. They learned about the overall planning and development of the Center, its experience in attracting and concentrating higher education resources, as well as promoting the integration of the industry, academic and research sectors. They also observed the canal-side development and conservation and the construction of major public cultural facilities there.
Mr Chan said that the Beijing Municipal Administrative Center has been developed into a world-class harmonious and liveable demonstration area through high-standard planning, green and smart development, and a model of integration between campus and city. He said he hopes to draw on its valuable experience in relieving city functions, sharing resources, and innovation ecosystems, thereby providing practical inspiration for the top-level design, smart campus development and sustainable growth of the NMUT.
In the afternoon, the delegation visited Xiong'an New Area in Hebei, touring the comprehensive service centre of Xiong'an's start-up area. They learned about its planning and construction, as well as its "one-stop" integrated services for relieving Beijing of functions that are not essential to its role as the nation's capital. Subsequently, the delegation visited the University Town of Fifth Cluster North Collaborative Innovation Exhibition Hall and the Beijing Forestry University Xiong'an Campus Smart Exhibition Hall and project construction site.
Mr Chan said that the first batch of Beijing universities' campuses in Xiong'an has entered a large-scale construction stage, achieving campus-city integration, deep integration of industry and education, and smart and green development, injecting strong innovative vitality into the new area. He added that the delegation learned about Xiong'an New Area's experience in fields such as higher education institution and industry linkage, infrastructure-led development, and sustainable planning. It will provide valuable insights for the high-quality planning and construction of the NMUT, helping it develop into a hub for international education, innovation, and technology.
Mr Chan, the Secretary for Education, Dr Choi Yuk-lin, and other members of the delegation returned to Beijing tonight and will continue their visit tomorrow (April 2).
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
CS leads delegation of Working Group on Planning and Construction of the University Town to visit Beijing Municipal Administrative Center and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei (with photos/video) Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
