The Hong Kong Prize is a highly esteemed award that honours excellence in research conducted by young Fellows of the Academy. This prize provides support to those conducting global-impactful research.

Hong Kong’s latest prize recognizes and honors its unique and influential academic and cultural contributions. Awarded by the Society for Hong Kong Studies (SHKS), this accolade recognizes both excellence in global Hong Kong studies articles published, while acknowledging authors who are expanding and strengthening this expanding field of scholarship.

SHKS will present its annual prize at its conference held this year jointly with the International Convention of Asia Scholars (ICAS). Since 1997, ICAS has hosted eleven conventions which have brought together more than 20,000 scholars, civil society representatives, practitioners and artists from around the world to share their knowledge of Asia. Researchers can present their work at an exhibition hall during these conventions while networking with peers and industry leaders at this important annual gathering. Furthermore, ICAS hosts events and competitions designed to advance global Hong Kong studies while expanding community engagement efforts.

The Prize will be presented at a ceremony to take place on 8 December evening of ICAS’ 2024 conference in Hong Kong. The recipient of this prestigious honor will receive both a cash prize of HK$10,000 as well as the chance to give a keynote address on 9 December during ICAS’ conference.

Hongkonger Wendy Wu was nominated for this year’s Nobel Peace Prize due to her tireless advocacy on behalf of democracy through the Umbrella Movement. Demographer Wolfgang Lutz was named as a finalist, reflecting global recognition for his research into China’s population dynamics.

John Lee Ka-chiu has extended his gratitude to this year’s Shaw Prize winners for contributing to our future through science. Their discoveries and innovations open up new realms of scientific possibility. Lee also reiterated the HKSAR’s determination to transform itself into an international hub of innovation and technology, and an outstanding postsecondary education region, by taking steps outlined in last month’s Policy Address. Hong Kong Science Museum and Shaw Prize Foundation will co-present an exhibit to introduce this year’s winners, featuring all five Shaw Laureates across astronomy, life science/medicine/mathematics disciplines. The exhibit is scheduled to run until 31 March and can be found here: (Visit the website for further details).