Spotlight on Hong Kong: CUHK to host APAIE 2026
Dr. Choi Yuk-lin (2nd right) and Ms. Shally Fan (1st right) receive the APAIE’s flag at the closing ceremony of the APAIE 2025 Conference and Exhibition, marking the official start of CUHK’s journey as the host of the APAIE 2026 Conference.
CUHK made an impactful presence at the Asia-Pacific Association for International Education (APAIE) 2025 Conference and Exhibition in Delhi, India. Ms. Shally Fan, Director of Academic Links, led a delegation to engage in a series of meetings with both current and prospective partners, strengthening ties and exploring new collaborations. She also spoke in the session ‘Fostering Global Citizenship through Student Mobility Programmes’, where she shared insights on how CUHK cultivates cross-cultural competencies among its students.
The Hong Kong Pavilion at the APAIE 2025 Conference and Exhibition in Delhi, India. (5th right: Dr. Choi Yuk-lin, 4th right: UGC Secretary-General Prof. James Tang, 4th left: Ms. Shally Fan; and representatives of other UGC-funded universities.)
At the closing ceremony, CUHK was officially announced as the lead host of the APAIE 2026 Conference and Exhibition. Dr. Choi Yuk-lin, JP, Secretary for Education and Ms. Fan received the APAIE flag from the APAIE President. CUHK has received encouraging support from the University Grants Committee (UGC), the Hong Kong Tourism Board and the seven other UGC-funded universities to host this annual event. The event will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 23 to 27 February 2026, and is expected to bring together around 2,500 international educators, university leaders, policymakers, and supporting industries from all corners of the globe to discuss important topics and emerging trends in international higher education.
Ms. Shally Fan (middle) speaks on fostering global citizenship through student mobility programmes.
It is a significant milestone for CUHK and Hong Kong to host the APAIE Conference. It underscores the city’s strategic position as a highly acclaimed international post-secondary education hub and its ability to facilitate meaningful exchanges between diverse educational communities. As a founding member of APAIE, CUHK is enthusiastic about the opportunity to bring this crucial event back to Hong Kong after a 13-year interlude. Serving as the lead host will enhance CUHK’s visibility on the global stage, further solidifying its role in shaping the future of international education in the Asia-Pacific region.
CUHK Vice-Chancellor and President Prof. Dennis Lo (1st right) celebrates the vibrant multicultural campus alongside our international students, reflecting our commitment to global engagement.