AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoIndigenous Philosophy in Focus: UST’s 16-decade “Discurso de Apertura” returns Aug 5 with a new inaugural lecture spotlighting Indigenous Filipino thought, continuing the university’s long-running tradition of opening each academic year with public ideas. Local Education Buzz: HKU and CUHK each admitted 12 DSE top scorers after Jupas results, with most choosing medicine—one student says she wants to bring “hope and courage” to society. AI + Research Collaboration: PolyU and TaxChina signed an MoU to set up a “Joint Research Centre for AI Taxation,” aiming to push practical AI uses in fiscal and tax services. Lifestyle at the Airport: Mastercard opened Asia Pacific’s first “Taste by Priceless” dining club at Hong Kong International Airport, turning layovers into perks for eligible premium cardholders. Community & Food Access: A family’s struggle to open a Chinatown grocery echoes a wider food scarcity problem after multiple local stores shut down. Human Rights Watch: A UN panel ruled Hong Kong activist Chow Ka-cheng was arbitrarily detained, calling for immediate release and compensation. Culture & Heritage Links: The 5th Fujian–Macao Cooperation Conference in Fuzhou highlighted shared cultural roots and new plans across trade, innovation, and education.
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