SED concludes visit to Shanghai (with photos)
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Dr Choi introduced the latest developments of the Northern Metropolis University Town in Hong Kong during the meeting, pointing out that the university town is an important platform for Hong Kong to align with the country's 15th Five-Year Plan and integrate into and serve the overall development of the country, as well as a key initiative to consolidate Hong Kong's position as an international education hub. She welcomed prestigious universities from home and abroad to actively consider expanding development opportunities in the university town, jointly promote the synergistic development of industry, academia, and research, and achieve complementary advantages for mutual benefits and win-win results.
Both sides also engaged in exchanges during the meeting on strengthening co-operation in vocational skills development. Dr Choi said she expected Shanghai's institutions to continue to strengthen co-operation with Hong Kong's universities of applied sciences. She noted that this would not only provide broader learning and practical opportunities for students from both places, but also help promote long-term exchanges in the vocational and professional education and training sector between Shanghai and Hong Kong, nurturing more high-calibre applied talent for the country.
Last night (September 27), Dr Choi attended the closing ceremony of the 48th WorldSkills Competition. This year, the Hong Kong, China delegation won a total of one silver medal and 14 medals for excellence, breaking the record for the number of awards in this event.
The Hong Kong, China delegation, comprising 41 skilled participants from various local institutions, participated in 37 skills competitions in the event this year. Among them, Mr Tang Kwong-tai won a silver medal in rail vehicle technology.
The delegation won medals for excellence in 14 competition trades areas, namely Autonomous Mobile Robotics, Concrete Construction Work, Cyber Security, Hairdressing, ICT Network Infrastructure, Mechanical Engineering CAD, Mechatronics, Mobile Applications Development, Painting and Decorating, Pâtisserie and Confectionery, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Visual Merchandising, Web Technologies, and Welding.
After the closing ceremony, Dr Choi attended the prize presentation ceremony of the Hong Kong, China delegation and exchanged views with the contestants. She was pleased to see the Hong Kong team maintain its outstanding standards and achieve breakthroughs in several competition trades. She also praised Hong Kong, China contestants for giving their all on the international stage, showcasing the talent and vigour of Hong Kong's youth, and helping further promote vocational education and enhance its recognition in society.
She said that pursuing vocational education not only helps students master practical skills, understand industry operations, and develop communication and teamwork abilities, but also provides them with a deeper understanding of their professions through extracurricular exchange activities and internships, laying a more solid foundation for future careers in the industry.
Dr Choi will conclude her visit to Shanghai and return to Hong Kong today.
Ends/Monday, September 28, 2026
Issued at HKT 11:46
Issued at HKT 11:46
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