HKSTP Powers Tech Companies' “Go Global” at WAIC 2026

The 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance (WAIC 2026) concluded successfully in Shanghai today. Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), together with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Cyberport and the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park Limited (HSITP), led a delegation of 18 local AI enterprises to the conference. Through technology showcases, industry forums, business and investment matching, corporate visits and a series of international exchange activities, the delegation showcased innovation and technology (I&T) capabilities and global reach of the city’s rapidly growing AI ecosystem.

HKSTP joined the HKTDC, Cyberport and the HSITP to lead 18 Hong Kong AI companies to participate in the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance, showcasing the innovation strength and international edge of Hong Kong’s AI ecosystem.

President Xi Jinping attended the opening ceremony and delivered a keynote address, calling on countries to take a people-centred approach, develop AI “for the positive, for good and for humanity”, and join hands to build a just and equitable system for global AI governance. President Xi underlined the need to adhere to principle of openness and win-win, boost innovation-driven development and enable all sectors and businesses to benefit from AI, while strengthening risk-awareness to ensure that AI is secure and controllable, and carrying out extensive international cooperation so that this frontier technology can better benefit humanity.

HKSTP joined the HKTDC, Cyberport and the HSITP to lead 18 Hong Kong AI companies to participate in the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance, showcasing the innovation strength and international edge of Hong Kong’s AI ecosystem.

Mr Terry Wong, Chief Executive Officer of HKSTP, led the delegation to this national technology event, and said: “Hong Kong’s I&T soft power are reflected not only in its technological breakthroughs, but also in our ability to effectively connect technology, capital, talent, application scenarios and international markets. As the largest I&T ecosystem in Hong Kong, HKSTP is committed to leveraging Hong Kong’s unique advantage of being backed by the Mainland while connected to the world. We help local tech firms leverage Hong Kong as a springboard to go global, connecting them with customers, investors and partners in the Mainland and overseas. We also attract internationalenterprises, capital, talent and innovation resources to Hong Kong for R&D, technology validation and commercialisation. Our WAIC networking sessions delivered strong outcomes, with multiple Mainland companies expressing keen interest in joining HKSTP's ecosystem as a launchpad for global expansion. Through international platforms such as WAIC, we aim to strengthen Hong Kong’s influence in global AI development and translate more I&T achievements into high-value industries and tangible productivity.”

“Real Talk on Going Global: AI Globalisation Night” brought together AI enterprises, investors, industry leaders and international partners to share practical insights and strategies for global expansion. Mr Terry Wong, Chief Executive Officer of HKSTP, said at the event that Hong Kong’s I&T soft power are reflected not only in its technological breakthroughs, but also in our ability to effectively connect technology, capital, talent, application scenarios and international markets.

Hong Kong’s I&T Soft Power: Bringing Resources In and Helping AI Enterprises Go Global

During WAIC 2026, HKSTP organised and participated in a series of high-value engagement activities during WAIC to connect technology with industry needs, capital and global markets, helping companies turn technical capabilities into tangible commercial opportunities.

On the first evening, a WAIC Connect exclusive session “Real Talk on Going Global: AI Globalisation Night” was held and attracted a significant number of AI enterprises interested in expanding globally through Hong Kong. The evening gathered nearly 100 leaders and partners across the AI, go-global business, investment, corporate services, and international markets sectors. The event focused on the real pain points and opportunities facing AI enterprises going global, while connecting participating ventures with HKSTP’s dedicated support schemes, cross-border computing resources and overseas market channels.

Ms. Qiu Haoming, Vice President of Donghao Lansheng Group—the executive organizer of WAIC—announced that "WAIC UP! 2027"—which made a highly successful debut at Hong Kong Science Park this past January—has been officially upgraded to "WAIC UP! Global Innovation Gala" and will return to Hong Kong Science Park this December.

Ms. Qiu Haoming, Vice President of Donghao Lansheng Group—the executive organizer of WAIC— announced that "WAIC UP! Global Summit", which made its successful debut at Hong Kong Science Park this past January to significant industry acclaim. She revealed that the event has been officially upgraded to "WAIC UP! 2027" and will return to Hong Kong Science Park this December. The event is set to deepen Hong Kong–Shanghai collaboration in AI innovation, industrial development, and international exchange, while cementing Hong Kong's role as a two-way platform bridging the nation and the global community.

Ms. Qiu Haoming, Vice President of Donghao Lansheng Group—the executive organizer of WAIC—announced that "WAIC UP! 2027"—which made a highly successful debut at Hong Kong Science Park this past January—has been officially upgraded to "WAIC UP! Global Innovation Gala" and will return to Hong Kong Science Park this December.

The “AI-Driven Economic Frontiers and Global Collaboration Forum”, held on the first day of WAIC, opened with remarks by Professor Sun Dong, JP, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government. The forum brought together industry leaders including NineRay, SenseTime, Westwell and the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR) of the Hong Kong Institute of Science & Innovation, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Participants exchanged views on AI industrialisation, real-world applications, cross-border governance and globalisation, underscoring Hong Kong’s unique role as an international I&T hub that connecting Chinese Mainland with the world. HKSTP also hosted "AI Industrialization and Scenario Deployment – The Practice of Industry Collaboration", featuring a distinguished panel of industry experts sharing their insights.

“AI-Driven Economic Frontiers and Global Collaboration Forum”, held on the first day of WAIC, opened with remarks by Professor Sun Dong, JP, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government. He engaged with Park company representatives at the Hong Kong Pavilion and learns about their innovations in humanoid robotics, smart mobility, climate technology, AI agents and generative AI.

HKSTP hosted "AI Industrialization and Scenario Deployment – The Practice of Industry Collaboration" at The “AI-Driven Economic Frontiers and Global Collaboration Forum”. The discussion is moderated by Ms. Pheona Kan, Director of New Ventures of HKSTP (1st left), featuring a distinguished panel of industry experts sharing their insights.

HKSTP also organised a WAIC Connect session during WAIC to present its ecosystem to participants, with discussions centered on smart cities, AI applications, and digital transformation needs. The session provided participating companies with the opportunity to explore AI pilot projects and potential partnerships in Hong Kong.

“AI-Driven Economic Frontiers and Global Collaboration Forum”, held on the first day of WAIC, opened with remarks by Professor Sun Dong, JP, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government. He engaged with Park company representatives at the Hong Kong Pavilion and learns about their innovations in humanoid robotics, smart mobility, climate technology, AI agents and generative AI.

Six Park Companies Showcase Diverse Real-World AI Applications

Under the theme "AI Partnership for a Brighter Future", WAIC 2026 brought together the world’s leading scientists, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers and innovators, and widely regarded as a global bellwether for the AI industry.

Among the 18 local AI enterprises exhibiting at the Hong Kong Pavilion, six are HKSTP Park companies, presenting solutions spanning humanoid robotics, smart mobility, climate technology, AI agents, generative AI and enterprise productivity tools. The technologies reflect how Hong Kong’s AI innovation is advancing beyond algorithms and software development into real-world applications across business operations, urban governance and sustainable development.

The Honourable Mr Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member Technology & Innovation Functional Constituency (3rd left), accompanied by Mr Terry Wong, Chief Executive Officer of HKSTP (2nd left), visited Hong Kong Pavilion.

As Hong Kong’s largest I&T ecosystem, HKSTP is home to more than 500 AI enterprises. HKSTP will continue to play its role as ecosystem orchestrator, actively connecting business collaboration, investment, talent and international markets, strengthening the city’s role as a “converter” and “accelerator” that turns AI technology into high-value industry applications, and further consolidating Hong Kong’s position as an international innovation and technology hub.

HKSTP also organised a WAIC Connect session during WAIC and hosted by Mr. Martin Liu, Assistant Director of AI and Data, he presented HKSTP’s ecosystem to participants with discussions centered on smart cities, AI applications, and digital transformation needs.

To celebrate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) today held the “Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours” Thematic Exhibition Kick-off Ceremony cum Aerospace Experts Sharing Forum at Hong Kong Science Park, marking the opening of a seven-day roving exhibition.

At the first stop of the roving exhibition, Hong Kong Science Park will host the exhibition at the Atrium Link from today until 22 July 2026, showcasing the nation’s major achievements in aerospace development, as well as the participation and contributions of Hong Kong’s research community in aerospace technology, space robotics and deep space exploration. It aims to enhance public understanding of the nation’s development and foster a stronger sense of pride, while inspiring young people to develop an interest in innovation and technology (I&T) and aerospace.

The ceremony was officiated by Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, together with Ms Cordelia Chung, Chairman of HKSTP, and Ms Connie Wong Wai-ching, Standing Committee Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), and Vice President of the Friends of Hong Kong Association, alongside other distinguished guests, witnessing a new milestone in the nation’s aerospace achievements.

Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry (middle); Mr Clement Woo, Under Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs (1st from right); Ms Cordelia Chung, Chairman of HKSTP (2nd from left); Ms Connie Wong Wai-ching, Standing Committee Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), Vice President of the Friends of Hong Kong Association (2nd from right), and Mr Terry Wong, Chief Executive Officer of HKSTP (1st from left), together with other distinguished guests, officiate at the kick-off ceremony for the “Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours” Thematic Exhibition.

Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, said in his remarks: “The inspiring story of Dr Lai Ka-ying becoming Hong Kong's first astronaut is a vivid example of Hong Kong’s participation in the nation's major scientific and technological missions, and a fruitful achievement of the great practice of ‘one country, two systems.’ Hong Kong’s R&D teams have long participated in and made active contributions to the nation’s deep-space exploration missions. For example, a team from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology independently developed the Multi-Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory (MUSICO), Hong Kong’s first scientific payload on the national space station to monitor greenhouse gas. Recently, Dr Lai and two other astronauts completed the in-cabin assembly and testing and extravehicular installation of MUSICO, which can accurately monitor greenhouse gases across the mid- and low-latitude regions on the Earth, providing critical data for the nation’s carbon peaking and carbon neutrality strategies. As we embark on a new journey, we must leverage I&T to empower Hong Kong’s social development, enhance governance efficiency, and better integrate into and serve the nation’s development. We will also uphold the spirit of space exploration of perseverance in the face of challenges to accelerate the development of Hong Kong into an international I&T centre.”

Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, delivers remarks at the kick- off ceremony, saying: “As we embark on a new journey, we must leverage I&T to empower Hong Kong’s social development, hence governance efficiency, and better integrate into and serve the nation’s development. We will also uphold the spirit of space exploration of perseverance in the faces of challenges to accelerate the development of Hong Kong into an international I&T centre.”

Connecting Hong Kong’s Research Strength with National Aerospace Development

In recent years, the nation’s aerospace endeavours have continued to make breakthroughs in areas ranging from deep-space exploration and satellite technology to space science research, opening up new possibilities across multiple scientific disciplines.

Leveraging its world-class universities, outstanding research talent, internationalised innovation ecosystem, and the unique advantage of close ties with the Mainland, Hong Kong is actively contributing to the development of the nation’s aerospace technology.

The exhibition presents the development and landmark achievements of the nation’s aerospace endeavours. It also demonstrates how Hong Kong research teams apply artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, space science and engineering research to support space exploration and related technology applications. Through this exhibition, industry stakeholders and members of the public can gain a deeper understanding of the city’s research capabilities and I&T talent.

Ms Cordelia Chung, Chairman of HKSTP, said, “This year marks the beginning of the nation’s 15th Five-Year Plan, with aerospace technology identified as a key area in building the nation into a leading science and technology power. Dr Lai Ka-ying, Hong Kong’s first payload specialist, travelled into space aboard the Shenzhou-23 spacecraft, realising Hong Kong’s aerospace dream and demonstrating strong recognition of the city’s research capabilities and I&T talent. HKSTP is honoured to serve as the first stop of the ‘Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours’ roving exhibition. Looking ahead, we will continue to bring together talent and foster interdisciplinary, cross-regional and cross-sector collaboration. By supporting frontier R&D in areas such as aerospace technology, we aim to provide a broader platform for Hong Kong’s research talent and contribute Hong Kong’s strengths to the nation’s aerospace endeavours and pursuit of greater technological self-reliance.”

Ms Cordelia Chung, Chairman of HKSTP, delivers welcoming remarks at the “Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours” Thematic Exhibition Kick-off Ceremony cum Aerospace Experts Sharing Forum, noting that HKSTP will continue to bring together I&T talent, promote cross-disciplinary, cross-regional and cross-sector collaboration, support frontier R&D such as aerospace technologies, and contribute Hong Kong’s strengths to the nation’s aerospace development and technological self-reliance.

Ms Connie Wong, Standing Committee Member of the National Committee for the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), and Vice-President of Friends of Hong Kong Association, shared in her speech: “We believe that the cultivation of young talent is indispensable to technological innovation. Based on this philosophy, Friends of Hong Kong Association co-organised the Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours Thematic Exhibition, encouraging the next generation to pursue careers in science and innovation and to be contributors to the nation’s I&T endeavours.”

Ms Connie Wong, Standing Committee Member of the National Committee for the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), and Vice-President of Friends of Hong Kong Association, shared in her speech: “We believe that the cultivation of young talent is indispensable to technological innovation. Based on this philosophy, Friends of Hong Kong Association co-organised the Exhibition, encouraging the next generation to pursue careers in science and innovation and to be contributors to the nation's I&T endeavours.”

Three Experts Share Insights on Frontier Trends in Space Technology

An Aerospace Experts Sharing Forum was held alongside the kick-off ceremony. Moderated by The Honourable Mr Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member for the Technology & Innovation Functional Constituency, the forum brought together three aerospace and space technology experts from local universities and the InnoHK research and development platform:

The Honourable Mr Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member Technology & Innovation Functional Constituency, moderates the aerospace experts sharing forum, joined by (2nd to 4th from left) Professor SU Hui, Professor GAO Yang and Professor WU Bo, to discuss the latest developments in aerospace technology, space robotics and deep space exploration.

Professor SU Hui: Chair Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Global STEM Professor, and Co-Director of the Institute for Space Science and Technology at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and Founder of Stellerus Technology

Professor GAO Yang: Director of the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics for Space Sustainability, Co-Director of the Institute for Space Science and Technology at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and Director of the Hong Kong Space Robotics and Energy Centre under InnoHK

Professor WU Bo: Chang Xin Yu Professor of Space Science, Associate Director of the Research Centre for Deep Space Explorations at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and Associate Director of the InnoHK Hong Kong Centre for Space Robotics and Energy

Drawing on their respective areas of expertise, the three experts shared insights into the application of AI and robotics in space missions, key technologies involved in deep-space exploration, and the experience of Hong Kong research teams participating in national aerospace projects. They also explored space sustainability, the commercialisation of research outcomes and cross-regional collaboration, while encouraging young talent to pursue opportunities in aerospace technology.

Mr Terry Wong, Chief Executive Officer of HKSTP (1st from left), shares at a media briefing that HKSTP will join hands with HKTDC, Cyberport, and HSITP to lead 18 local tech companies to participate in the WAIC 2026, to be held from 17 to 20 July in Shanghai.

HKSTP Leads Hong Kong Tech Firms to the World’s Largest AI Exhibition – WAIC 2026, Strengthening the AI Commercialisation Ecosystem

HKSTP has long supported the accelerated adoption of AI across industries to foster cross-sector collaboration and enhance productivity.

HKSTP, together with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Cyberport, and Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park Limited (HSITP), will lead a delegation of 18 Hong Kong tech companies to the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference & High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance (WAIC 2026). Taking place from 17 to 20 July at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center, the delegation will showcase Hong Kong's growing role as a global AI innovation hub and support the nation's AI strategy. Six HKSTP park companies among the delegation will present solutions spanning humanoid robots, smart mobility, climate technology, AI agents, and generative AI.

Stellerus Technology Limited, founded by Professor SU Hui, leading the “MUSICO” (Multi-Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory) project — Hong Kong’s first payload project deployed on the Tiangong Space Station — will present its latest AI-powered climate and meteorological solutions at WAIC 2026.

SUTPC Digital Technology (Hong Kong) Limited, a leading enterprise in the nation’s smart city and intelligent transport sectors, and NineRay Technology Limited, which specialises in the research, development and production of high-performance, productivity-oriented humanoid robotics, will also showcase their advanced solutions in the exhibition. By demonstrating how AI can empower business operations, urban governance and sustainable development, the Hong Kong delegation aims to promote human-AI collaboration and innovation.

The “Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours” Thematic Exhibition is held at the Atrium Link of Hong Kong Science Park from 16 to 22 July 2026, with Hong Kong Science Park serving as the first stop of the roving exhibition.

"Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours" Thematic Exhibition

Date: 16–22 July 2026

Venue: Atrium Link, Hong Kong Science Park

2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference & High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance (WAIC)

Date: 17–20 July 2026

Venue: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai, China

Hong Kong Pavilion: Booth E101, Hall 2