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South China Morning Post
27-07-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
‘Technology is pervasive': HKSTP CEO on young people in STEM and innovative AI
Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) will soon close a chapter as Albert Wong Hak-keung, its chief executive officer for nearly a decade, is set to retire at the end of July. 'I've done what I know how to do. And I think that when everything is good, you should change … find new ways [to move forward],' Wong said. Wong has been the head of the vibrant innovation and technology hub since 2016. He has spent his time in the role mentoring young, bright minds and creating opportunities for Hong Kong's future generation of technicians, engineers, scientists and mathematicians. He spoke to Young Post about all things STEM, education and learning. STEM for Hong Kong students Wong recognised the speed at which new discoveries, tools and inventions emerged in the 21st century. But for students and schools, he said, there was no need to stress about keeping up with these changes. Instead, they should focus on the basics. 'Physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics … personally, I still believe these are the most important basics,' he said. Once you have mastered these foundational subjects, you could begin to specialise in a STEM field. Wong advised students to choose an area of study that aligned with their interests. He added that even secondary students were perhaps too young to 'determine what [their] career would be'. For example, while robotics and artificial intelligence are on the rise now, 'the future has not happened yet'. A driverless car by Apollo Go, Baidu's robotaxi service, drives on a road in Wuhan, Hubei province, China. Photo: Reuters Wong emphasised that while reading journals and studies was not necessary for every individual, it was essential to 'keep your eyes open' and stay updated on developments in STEM. He encouraged students who were not as inclined to study STEM subjects to still learn what they could in school. 'Technology is pervasive,' he said. Lawyers would need to be aware of AI, and those in marketing may use the technology, he added. 'You don't need to be a technologist, you don't need to know how to code, you don't need to know how to do biomedical research, but you have to know what is going on, because the future will be all about technologies.' A Chinese start-up based in Shenzhen announced it had developed a new humanoid robot that can change its own batteries – allowing it, in theory, to work nonstop for 24 hours a day. Photo: Weibo Time as a SOTY judge Wong has been a judge at the annual Student of the Year (SOTY) Awards eight times. The SOTY Awards are a competition organised by the South China Morning Post and solely sponsored by the Hong Kong Jockey Club. Wong said he kept in touch with all the winners. As a judge, he said he looked at two things among the candidates: 'One is how do you help others instead of just being a good student yourself? Two is … the aspiration.' Wong explained that many SOTY Award recipients had a very 'focused target' for their career or life goals. He described one such winner as a young man with an 'entrepreneurial mind'. The student was a good coder and eventually worked at Google. Luo Junhong, the 2021 Student of the Year's scientist and mathematician award winner, receives the prize from Albert Wong, CEO of the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation. Photo: SCMP Another winner graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) – consistently ranked as one of the top universities in the world – and now worked in the financial industry. 'I cannot imagine myself doing that at that age,' said Wong, who was born and educated in Hong Kong. But while he said these bright, top students deserved such opportunities, Wong stressed another focus. What was most important, he said, was not just helping the topmost student but also the ones in the middle. 'That is how we build a base [in Hong Kong],' he said. Looking ahead When asked about the future of STEM development in Hong Kong and globally, Wong highlighted artificial intelligence as a significant influence across various industries. But exactly how AI would affect humans and the economy was still to be determined, he said. 'It will definitely happen, but will be a different form that we do not visualise today,' he said. '[We are] still at the beginning.' Wong also believed that, over the next three to four years, AI would take on a different form. Developers may start putting AI agents – a system that autonomously performs tasks using available tools – in everything, he said. That would include finding the right doctor or searching for groceries. 'I think teachers and students should learn more about the trend,' he said. Albert Wong thinks all students, regardless of their grades or inclination for STEM, should stay updated on new tech and innovations. Photo: May Tse Wong said he hoped Hong Kong would jump on these innovations. 'I don't think we have done [them] justice in Hong Kong,' he said. 'There weren't opportunities because we focus on finance and tourism … [because it's] quick money.' This, he said, was the reason he worked outside Hong Kong for much of his career – because the opportunities in the city were so limited. Wong said he hoped that in the future, there would be more emphasis on technology, innovation and science. 'We owe it to the future generation to create … opportunities, internships, development [prospects], not just for the brightest students, but everyone,' he said.
South China Morning Post
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Calling all content creators! Apply for the free masterclass 'Storytelling through Patterns' presented by Hong Kong Palace Museum x SCMP Learn
Enjoy a photography and journalism masterclass from industry experts, receive a 1-year youth membership to the Hong Kong Palace Museum, and potentially have your work featured on Young Post and the social media platform of the Hong Kong Palace Museum! Inside the Palace Museum in Beijing, exquisite patterns adorn the eaves, windows and furniture of the best-preserved historical palatial complex in the world. These traditional Chinese patterns are known for embodying cultural values that continue to shape our lives today. What if you could bring these patterns to life and be a successor of their legacy? This summer, the Hong Kong Palace Museum and SCMP Learn are inviting 50 passionate creatives aged 14 to 18 to explore how digital storytelling can transform patterns found in artefacts and architecture into dynamic narratives.
South China Morning Post
14-05-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Submit your application for Young Post's 2025 summer internship programme!
Calling all young readers and aspiring journalists! Young Post is thrilled to open applications for our 2025 summer internship programme, with limited spots available! In this programme, you will be a junior reporter for both Young Post and Posties. You will work in the exciting newsroom alongside the YP team, including our reporters and editors. The internship is a unique chance to hone your creative and technical skills. You will get to pitch story ideas, interview interesting people, attend local events, write articles and get published! Who we're looking for:
South China Morning Post
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Write to Win: Meet this season's winner, Viktoria Law from St Paul's Convent School
Do you love a challenge? Don't miss the chance to win great prizes by taking part in our next writing contest! Click here and fill out the online form to apply. The entry question is: If you could travel back in time to three years ago, what advice would you give yourself? The deadline is 11.59pm on Monday, May 5. We will notify the new contestants chosen on Wednesday, May 7. This season's winner is … This season's winner is March – whose real name is Viktoria Law – from St Paul's Convent School. After several creative and challenging rounds, this young teenager's reflective and compassionate writing resonated deeply with Young Post readers, capturing their hearts. Viktoria Law attends St Paul's Convent School. Photo: Handout Congratulations to the first and second runners-up: October, Fiona Lau Yuen-shan from Jockey Club Ti-I College and May, Lam Yick from Ying Wa College. Hear from our Write to Win champion: Viktoria Law, 14, from St Paul's Convent School This incredible journey – from the first round to the final stage of this amazing competition – has been both fun and challenging. When I discovered Write to Win, I immediately felt it was my calling. As a passionate fan of creativity and writing, how could I resist? Every single round was exhilarating. I was constantly on edge, wondering if I would make it to the next stage. With so many remarkable entries competing for a spot on stage, reaching the finals felt like a distant dream. To my surprise, not only did I push through to the last round, but I also learned so much about myself along the way. The path to entering the competition wasn't easy; it involved countless drafts, revisions and moments of self-doubt. Throughout the process, I discovered how to express myself more creatively and explore my writing skills. While winning was a fantastic bonus, the real treasure was the adventure itself. Among the many intriguing questions we had to answer, the one that captivated me the most was from Round 7: 'If you were a school principal, who would you pick to assist you?' My answer was simple: I would include students. As I penned my response, I found myself stumped, pondering whom I would ask for help. Then, a thought struck me – why not choose students? As one myself, I have always wanted to share my thoughts on school policies. I realised I could write about the importance of student involvement in supporting the principal. By doing this, not only would everyone's voices be heard, but the workload would also be significantly reduced. Imagine how incredible it would be to see a school thrive through the combined efforts of students and staff! Writing is one of my favourite hobbies, along with drawing and playing musical instruments. Write to Win has broadened my horizons and sparked my creativity with its unique questions. From start to finish, I am grateful for the opportunity to share my voice with readers on this platform. I am especially thankful to those who have supported me during this process, and I owe a great deal to the editors at Young Post for helping me hone my writing skills and embrace the challenges with positivity. We prepared some exciting prizes for our top three contestants: Winner: Kindle, City'super voucher and a YP certificate First runner-up: Instax camera and a YP certificate Second runner-up: City'super voucher and a YP certificate
South China Morning Post
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
5 must-see pieces at M+'s ‘Picasso for Asia' exhibition
Looking to learn more about one of the 20th century's greatest painters? Head to Hong Kong's M+ museum for the Picasso for Asia – A Conversation exhibition exploring the legendary Pablo Picasso through a contemporary Asian lens. This show blends over 60 works by the legendary Spanish artist with 130 pieces by 30 Asian and Asian-diasporic artists, creating a vibrant dialogue between East and West. It is the first major exhibition of Picasso's work in Hong Kong in more than a decade and is set to cement Hong Kong's status as a cultural hotspot. Here are some must-see pieces that steal the show, perfect for Young Post readers looking to dive into this creative fusion.
