SITI attends APEC Digital and AI Ministerial Meeting in Incheon, Korea (with photos)
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In his speech at the thematic session "Facilitating Digital and AI Innovation to Address Challenges", Professor Sun said that AI stands out as the defining force of the time. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government has placed AI at the forefront of its strategic agenda and has made meticulous preparations to build the infrastructure and ecosystems needed to thrive in this AI-driven era, including the establishment of the AI Supercomputing Centre by Cyberport, two research clusters under the InnoHK platform, with one of which focusing on AI and robotics technologies and housing the Hong Kong Generative AI Research and Development Center, as well as the Hong Kong AI Research and Development Institute.
Professor Sun also highlighted that Hong Kong is committed to enhancing public service excellence and promoting economic upgrading and transformation through digital strategies. Advanced digital infrastructures, such as "iAM Smart" and the "Digital Corporate Identity" platform, will accelerate the development of the digital economy in Hong Kong, delivering greater benefits to people and businesses.
Speaking at another thematic session, "Creating a Safe and Trustworthy Digital and AI Ecosystem", Professor Sun pointed out that the powerful capability of AI is a double-edged sword, and that a strategic, vigilant and responsible deployment of AI is imperative for all governments and organisations. Hong Kong has been closely working with professional international cybersecurity organisations to respond quickly and proactively to the latest cyber threats and attacks.
He added that good governance is the cornerstone of a safe, responsible and trustworthy AI ecosystem. Hong Kong has developed in line with global best practices Hong Kong's own Ethical Artificial Intelligence Framework and Generative Artificial Intelligence Technical and Application Guideline, to promote responsible and healthy development of AI technology, balancing its cutting-edge progress with accountability, accuracy and security.
Professor Sun called upon APEC member economies to combat cyber threats and harness AI's full potential through mutual understanding and collaboration.
In the joint ministerial statement adopted by the APEC DMM, the ministers recognised the need to address emerging opportunities and challenges in the rapidly evolving digital landscape, and reaffirmed their strong commitment to explore collaborative approaches to ensure the use of information and communications technology and digital innovations for the benefit of people and the entire Asia-Pacific region.
During the ministerial meeting, Professor Sun had an in-depth exchange with the Meeting Chair and the Minister of Science and ICT, Republic of Korea, Mr Bae Kyunghoon, on how to promote co-operation between Hong Kong and Korea in technological innovation and information technology. He also had brief exchanges with the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Digital Economy and Society of Thailand, Mr Prasert Jantararuangtong, and the Secretariat General of the Ministry of Communications and Digital Affairs of Indonesia, Mr Ismail Achmad.
Before attending the DMM today, Professor Sun participated in a ministerial breakfast meeting on promoting AI adoption and empowerment. He also attended the ministers' welcome reception of the APEC DMM in the evening.
In addition, Professor Sun met with Vice Minister of Industry and Information Technology Mr Xiong Jijun at the venue. At the meeting, Professor Sun briefed Mr Xiong on the HKSAR Government's plan and latest work on leading the development of the city's innovation and technology industry and new industrialisation. They also discussed the latest progress in the implementation of various initiatives since the signing of the Co-operation Agreement on the Development of New Quality Productive Forces and the Promotion of New Industrialisation between the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and the HKSAR Government in September last year.
Professor Sun will continue his visit to Korea tomorrow (Aug 5).
Ends/Monday, August 4, 2025
Issued at HKT 18:36
Issued at HKT 18:36
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