The HKS Prize is one of Asia’s premier awards, rewarding winners not only with cash prizes but also an invitation to conduct research in Hong Kong. This non-governmental merit-based award celebrates scientific research with global impact while encouraging young scientists to pursue science careers. Open to individuals and institutions from Greater Bay Area of Hong Kong, Macau, and Guangdong; three competition categories exist – Life & Health; New Materials & Energy; Advanced Manufacturing. Winners are presented monetary prizes; an invitation to visit Hong Kong; as well as priority enrollment into SHKS seminars sponsored by SHKS-sponsored seminars for participation if chosen as winners!
China Daily had an unprecedented 2024 edition, winning an astounding total of 113 prizes! Senior reporter Xi Tianqi won first and second runner-up prizes in Arts & Culture reporting on China Daily’s efforts to establish itself as an international cultural hub, while copy editor James Cook won Best News Story (English) title with his innovative article In the Green Fast Lane which highlighted rapid transition towards electric vehicles in Beijing.
Top ten finalists not only receive a monetary prize but also shopping vouchers and F&B benefits at awards ceremonies throughout Hong Kong. In addition, this event provides them with the chance to network with industry leaders and have their work featured in Hong Kong’s leading publications, providing emerging authors an ideal opportunity to build their portfolio and gain international recognition for their work.
Established in 1943, the Hong Kong Art Institute is an elite private club featuring restaurants, bars and an exhibition gallery offering international exhibitions. Its board of directors features journalists from some of the world’s premier news sources; however, political commentary is prohibited at HKAI; instead its symbol – comprising two precious elements that symbolize happiness both Chinese and Western cultures – serves as its signature motif.
The H K Prize is open to secondary school students worldwide, regardless of country of residence. To participate, nominated teachers must submit student artwork according to entry instructions; then 20 students will be selected by a judging panel from around the world for shortlist consideration; winning artist will receive an HK$8,000 prize plus their school will get another 20 slots on shortlist consideration; selection takes place gradually with residents of Southeast Asia chosen first followed by mainland China then internationally; all interested parties can find more information starting March 1. Those interested can find more details by visiting their schools’ splash page starting March 1. Those interested can find more details by visiting HK Prize splash page starting March 1. Those interested can find more details starting March 1 as more information can be found by visiting its splash page starting March 1!