On behalf of the University of Leeds, I am delighted to extend my sincere congratulations and warm good wishes to The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and all its faculty, staff, students and alumni on the occasion of its 80th Anniversary.
Since its establishment in 1937, PolyU has established itself as a successful university with a reputation for innovation in education and research. By staying close to both the practical and strategic needs of your local community and others in East Asia, PolyU has delivered research that has impact and value, and has graduated high quality professionals for Hong Kong and the rest of the world.
As part of its strong global network, the University of Leeds has enjoyed more than 20 years of successful student and academic exchanges in engineering disciplines with PolyU. I am confident that with the continued efforts from staff at both universities, our partnerships will flourish and develop further in the years ahead.
May this anniversary milestone mark the beginning of further growth and success for The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and bring a rewarding future for all its members.
Prof. Alan Langlands
Vice-Chancellor
University of Leeds