HKU says next leader must have ‘fresh ideas’ for coming ‘transformation’
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The University of Hong Kong's governing council chair, Peter Wong Tung-shun, announced a global search for a new president, emphasizing the need for 'fresh ideas' to navigate an upcoming 'transformation'. This follows President Xiang Zhang's announcement that he will step down in 2028. The search aims to find a leader who can guide the institution through a period of change.
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HKU council chairman Peter Wong announced a global hunt for a new leader.
Peter Wong announced recruitment details on Tuesday.
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Peter Wong Tung-shun is the head of HKU's governing council.
South China Morning Post- The global hunt for a leader occurs amidst Hong Kong's changing political landscape.
- 'Transformation' could reflect adaptation to geopolitical pressures.
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Loaded language removedThe University of Hong Kong (HKU) will launch a global hunt for its next leader to guide the institution to “fresh ideas” and through a coming “transformation”, the head of its governing council has said. HKU council chairman Peter Wong Tung-shun announced details of the recruitment on Tuesday, a day after president and vice-chancellor Xiang Zhang announced he would leave the post in 2028.
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Peter Wong Tung-shun is the head of HKU's governing council.
South China Morning PostPeter Wong announced recruitment details on Tuesday.
South China Morning PostPresident Xiang Zhang announced he will leave his post in 2028.
South China Morning PostThe University of Hong Kong will launch a global search for its next leader.
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