THE Asia Universities Summit 2026 Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), Kowloon

The THE Asia Universities Summit 2026 will take place in partnership with The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology to mark both the university’s 35th anniversary and a decade since it last hosted the summit. Against this milestone backdrop, the summit will explore Asia’s rise as a global leader in innovation and the pivotal role of universities in shaping humanity’s future.

Across three days of dynamic content, we will unpack how Asia is redefining progress – from breakthrough science and entrepreneurial energy to scalable solutions for climate, health and urban resilience, alongside its growing power in influencing global standards for AI, education and the future of innovation in an age of disruption.

Why attend this event?
– Exclusive small-group leadership meetings tailored for university presidents and vice-presidents.
– Closed-door roundtable discussions with a select group of senior leaders, covering a range of strategic topics
– Live reveal of the THE Asia University Rankings 2026, followed by a detailed data masterclass, and the THE Awards Asia 2026 ceremony celebrating regional excellence.
– Focused networking opportunities outside the main programme, enabling more intimate peer connections and fostering long-term professional relationships.