PolyU Participates in the Sixth Exchange Mechanism Conference of the CPEC Consortium of Universities

From 14 to 16 October 2026, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) participated in the Sixth Exchange Mechanism Conference of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Consortium of Universities in Harbin, China. Held under the theme “Nurturing a Shared Future through Cooperation on High-Quality Development of Higher Education between China and Pakistan”, the conference was organised under the academic guidance of the China Association of Higher Education and the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, hosted by Harbin Engineering University, and co-organised by the CPEC Secretariat at Fudan University. More than 120 university leaders and senior delegates from over 40 higher education institutions in China and Pakistan joined the event.

During the University Experience Sharing session, Ms Nicole Yang, Manager of PolyU’s Global Engagement Office, delivered a presentation highlighting the university’s distinctive strengths in academic excellence, global partnerships, and active engagement in the Belt and Road Initiative, reaffirming PolyU’s commitment to strengthening collaborations with CPEC member institutions. 

Marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Pakistan, the conference served as an important platform for advancing higher education cooperation between the two countries. A key highlight was the launch of the High-Level Graduate Student Research Visit Programme, which will provide opportunities for Pakistani graduates to undertake academic placements and joint training at the Chinese partner institutions. The event also witnessed the signing of several cooperation agreements between Harbin Engineering University and Pakistani consortium members. 

The CPEC Consortium of Universities was established in 2017 to support the goals of the Belt and Road Initiative and the development of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor. The Consortium promotes collaboration between universities in China and Pakistan across talent cultivation, scientific research, academic exchange, and community engagement. 

As a member of the Consortium, PolyU remains committed to leveraging its research strengths and global networks to foster international partnerships, promote knowledge exchange, and contribute to the sustainable development of Belt and Road regions.