Asian Century Summit 2024
The Asian Century Summit (ACS) 2024, hosted by the MBA and FMBA Programmes of the CUHK Business School, ignited discourse surrounding Asian leadership, entrepreneurship, and the future of the region. ACS was a convergence of thought leaders, industry experts, and alumni, focusing on key themes shaping the Asian Century.
Professor Wan Wongsunwai and Professor Zhaoyang Gu emphasised Asia’s pivotal role in the global economy. Wilfred Yiu, Deputy CEO, Co-COO and Co-Head of Markets of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX), highlighted Hong Kong’s strategic position as a financial hub. Albert Wong (MBA 1994), CEO of HKSTP – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, underscored the region’s tech leadership.
ACS also celebrated partnerships with several leading corporations, including China Galaxy Securities Co., eFinancialCareers, iFLYTEK Co., Ltd., IYXC, Legend Capital君联资本, Liby, and UMU Technology Japan Inc, further cementing the ties between academia and industry. Demonstrations, such as the iFlytrans, showcased the practical applications of these collaborations.
ACS featured 3 breakout panels:
1. “Asian Regional Issues” — featured a keynote by Anna Yip (BBA 1991), Deputy CEO of Singtel. The panel discussion was chaired by Professor Seen Meng Chew, Director of Global Development of CUHK MBA, and included business leaders Zen Pin LIOW, Basil Hwang, and Norihisa Wada from across Asia, discussing cross-border partnerships and talent mobility.
2. “Sustainability, Technology, and the Future of Business” — led by the keynote of Alan To (MBA 2005), Group CEO of Climate Finance Asia. The panel discussion was chaired by Raymond Lo, Founder of Cavendish, and featured leading experts Clarie Ku, Tommie Lo, and Arthur Shek, focusing on the impact of digital technologies and the crucial collaboration between industry and academia.
3. “Hong Kong as an IFC” — led by Professor Anhua (Edward) DING 丁安華 , Former Chief Economist of China Merchants Bank(CMB) and CMB International, along with industry leaders from CMB. The panel explored the city’s role in facilitating Chinese enterprises’ global expansion.
ACS concluded with an inspiring alumni town hall, featuring TK Chiang (MBA 1998), CEO of CLP, and Kim Man Wong (MBA 1985), CFO of The Hongkong Electric Co., Ltd. (HK Electric), who shared their leadership journeys. The alumni panel discussion chaired by Olivia Saha (MBA 2020), alongside TK Chiang (MBA 1998), Nelson Yip (MBA 2004), Peter Yeung (MBA 2014) and Adrian Chan (MBA 2020), providing a platform for insightful exchanges on professional growth.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our sponsors— APSA, iFLYTEK Co., Ltd., The Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (Hong Kong & Macau) (MAYCHAM), and SingCham HK.
The ACS not only celebrated CUHK’s legacy but also set the stage for future innovations, positioning Asia at the forefront of global change. We hold steadfast in our belief that the world’s centre of gravity is shifting toward Asia’s embrace.