(Hong Kong, 18 July 2025) — The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its premier event, the "Rhythm of Innovation”, connecting local and international innovators, including promising university students and dynamic startups from HKSTP's incubation programmes, empowering them to explore the emerging technology trends and facilitating collaboration to elevate Hong Kong’s innovation and technology (I&T) landscape to new heights.
The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, said, “This Government puts I&T as a policy priority. We are actively attracting world-class enterprises and top talent to Hong Kong. As an international financial centre, we provide comprehensive funding support for startups and companies at various stages of development, from angel investments, venture capital and private equity to IPO. Our innovation flagships like Science Park and Cyberport provide the space, infrastructure, mentorship, resources, networks and programmes that support the growth and dreams of innovators. For young talents considering a career in innovation and technology, Hong Kong is the place to be.”
Dr. Sunny Chai, Chairman of HKSTP, shared: “This year, over 1,000 international and local young talents and graduate startups participated at Hong Kong Science Park – an encouraging achievement. This event perfectly embodies the dynamic rhythm and vitality of Hong Kong's I&T ecosystem, bringing together both local and international innovators in a celebration of progress and creativity. HKSTP remains committed to advancing our talent development initiatives, aimed at attracting and nurturing new talent within the industry. We will further strengthen our startup incubation programmes to bolster innovation at all stages, enabling these enterprises to reach new heights and capture global opportunities, thereby enriching Hong Kong’s diverse economy.”
The "Rhythm of Innovation" event showcased HKSTP's significant contributions in cultivating talent, advancing startup growth, and enhancing international collaboration. This year's internship programmes reached a milestone with more than 5,000 applicants, from which a record number of over 450 exceptional young talents were selected. Remarkably, two thirds of these interns originated from Top 50 global leading institutions including Stanford University, Harvard University, University of Oxford, and Imperial College London, underscoring the global allure of Hong Kong’s I&T ecosystem. HKSTP actively engages with talents from around the world, including Beijing, Singapore, and the UK, fostering partnerships with leading universities and research institutions to advance collaboration in talent development. Through on-campus interactions, HKSTP has successfully connected with over 800 overseas students, promoting Hong Kong’s competitive advantages and opportunities in I&T.
In terms of startup development, 570 teams from 18 different economies successfully graduated from our Ideation, Incubation, and Incu-Bio programmes this year, covering five technology areas: artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sustainable materials & technology, advanced electronics and robotics, and life & health technology. During the event, expert-led panel discussions were set up around the above areas, with heavyweight speakers sharing insights to foster meaningful dialogue between industry players and startups, unlocking new collaboration opportunities. Additionally, the HKSTP Startups Alumni Association has also grown to include more than 1,000 member companies, supported by over 300 seasoned industry leaders who actively provide mentorship and training, collectively building a robust and diverse ecosystem to propel Hong Kong’s I&T development to new heights.
HKSTP is dedicated to creating a seamless I&T ecosystem, providing comprehensive support to empower talents and enterprises at all stages. Through tailored programmes—including “Talent Foundry” for developing future-ready graduates from local universities, “Ideation” for sparking breakthrough concepts, “Incubation” for accelerating tech startups, and “Incu-Bio” for advancing life and health technologies — HKSTP empowers innovators to thrive in their I&T journey.
As Hong Kong’s largest I&T ecosystem, HKSTP has fostered a thriving innovation community. Looking ahead, HKSTP will further enhance talent development and startup support programmes, driving cross-sectoral and cross-regional collaborations. With the “HKSTP I&T Powerhouse” that provides startups and entrepreneurs direct access to corporate partners and investors worldwide, HKSTP will unite all stakeholders to amplify soft power and elevate local technological advancements to new heights.
