HKUST Institute for China Economic Development (ICED)
Effective November 1, 2026, the HKUST Institute for Emerging Market Studies (IEMS) will be renamed the HKUST Institute for China Economic Development (ICED), marking a new chapter in its research mission.
The HKUST Institute for China Economic Development (ICED) harnesses the world-class, interdisciplinary, and international research capabilities of the University to serve as the premier Hong Kong-based think tank delivering high-impact, evidence-based thought leadership that guides the sustainable, technology-driven, and high-quality development of China and the Greater Bay Area (GBA).
Strategically transitioning from the broader scope of "Emerging Market Studies" to explicitly focus on China Economic Development and the GBA, the Institute establishes a definitive academic voice on China's modernization trajectory, maximizes Hong Kong's role as a vital cross-border gateway connecting regional innovation with global markets, and directly aligns HKUST's academic rigor with corporate foresight and national development strategies.
To drive actionable solutions for policymakers and corporate leaders navigating China's evolving economic landscape, the Institute concentrates its inquiry across four core thematic pillars—Smart Cities & Innovation Technology; Financial Development & FinTech; Silver Economy, Healthcare & Consumer; and Sustainable Economy, ESG & Green Tech—analyzing each domain through five essential cross-cutting enablers: Capital, Technology, Policy, Talent, and Cross-Border integration.
Moving forward, ICED will drive high-quality research, publish policy briefs, and host events dedicated to knowledge dissemination.
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