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Healthcare is a global issue that necessitates the collective efforts of all sectors to bring about more effective medical solutions and create a healthier future for the world. The 4th Asia Summit on Global Health (#ASGH) successfully concluded and featured 15 plenary and thematic sessions, bringing together more than 80 international experts to deeply explore trending topics in the healthcare industry, including health #ageing, #innovative technology, medical #insurance, and more, from different insightful perspectives. Here's what some of ASGH's speakers had to say! Learn more: bit.ly/49eeHac

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The Asia Summit on Global Health (#ASGH2024) has commenced, gathering over 80 speakers and 150 exhibitors from the healthcare and medical industry at the HKCEC under the theme of "Innovation. Inclusion. Impact". The first day began with a high-powered opening that highlighted #HongKong's future as a medical and innovation hub, followed by several insightful sessions throughout the day. Global industry leaders and experts engaged in discussions on various critical topics, including drug approval mechanisms, #biotech, #artificialintelligence (#AI), and opportunities in #insurance. As day two approaches, seminars will delve deeper into the future of healthcare across multiple aspects including healthy #ageing, Chinese Medicine in modern healthcare, #innovative drugs, and more! There will also be opportunities to discover the latest revolutionary products and services at the #ASGH exhibition and #InnoHealth Showcase, while the Business Healthcare Advisory Zone and Deal-making sessions will facilitate connections between entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and investors, fostering potential collaborations. View day two programme details here: bit.ly/4dFx9LB Learn more about #ASGH: bit.ly/49eeHac

Only two days left until the Asia Summit on Global Health (#ASGH2024) takes place at the HKCEC on 16 May! Distinguished speakers from the healthcare industry will converge to engage in a variety of meaningful discussions, including plenary sessions.   The first plenary session, “Unleashing Opportunities: Co-create a Synergistic Ecosystem for Health Innovation”, will feature Prof Lo Chung-mau, the Secretary of Health of HKSAR, delivering special remarks on developing #HongKong into a health and medical #innovation hub. Additionally, Prof Lau Chak-sing, Dean of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong, will host a panel alongside other experts to explore best practices and opportunities in the global #healthcare industry.   The second plenary session, “Innovation. Inclusion. Impact”, will feature Prof Roger Kornberg, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry in 2006, discussing the latest industry developments from a #biotech perspective in the keynote session “Diagnosis and Drug Delivery: New Technologies in Biotech”, with a panel on new health technologies to follow.   The plenary session on the first day afternoon, “What’s Next in China’s Healthcare Arena”, will highlight opportunities in Mainland China, with a panel of academic and business elites analysing the latest trends and prospects.   The plenary session on the second day, "Advancing Healthcare in Asia Through Innovation," will centre around the future and feature experts examining the dramatic changes taking place in #Asia Pacific healthcare through #investment, R&D, and shifts in talent.   Programme details: bit.ly/4dFx9LB Learn more about #ASGH: bit.ly/49eeHac

The #HongKong Polytechnic University leads in addressing myopia, a common eye disorder affecting millions worldwide. Since its launch in 2018, its non-invasive solution effectively controls #myopia development in children, positively impacting countless lives. PolyU partners with ZEISS Vision Care, a leading German manufacturer, to expand the global impact and accelerate market entry of its myopia control lens technology through IP licensing, joint research, and development, with ZEISS incorporating the patented technology into its specialised optical products. The partnership paves the way to create additional solutions to enhance vision preservation and improvement on a global scale. Asia Summit on Global Health, a flagship event of International Healthcare Week, will also feature PolyU as an exhibitor from 16 -17 May. Read the full story on #HKMB: bit.ly/4bCAYiP

Join us at this year's #VivaTech Hong Kong Pavilion at Hall 1 M18, curated by #HKTDC and Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, Brussels, with the support of Invest Hong Kong, Cyberport Hong Kong and HKSTP - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, for a chance to network with start-ups and investors and gain insights into the city's thriving business ecosystem. A dynamic workshop-cum-networking event held on 24 May from 10am-12pm will feature speakers from Gense Technologies, Expando 🌏 , Bistrochat and Radiant Tech Ventures Ltd., delving into how global start-ups and investors leverage Hong Kong's ecosystem for success in Asia from fundraising to marketing, and the unique opportunities the city has to offer. The Innoventure Forums will also include representatives from Invest Hong Kong, SG Wireless, Libertify, ReelSights AI , and Regtitude Limited, engaging in discussions on transforming concepts into marketable innovations, building partnerships in Asia, and exploring funding options in Hong Kong. Along with the opportunity to connect with innovative #HongKong start-ups, including PanopticAI, i2Cool Limited,D-Shape, Epago, Linksoul Holdings Company Limited, Libpet and Blue Sky Energy Technology via the Hong Kong Pavilion digital page. Register now: bit.ly/3QngS3G More details: bit.ly/4bg6mDC

#StartupExpress application deadline extends to 13 May! In addition to receiving valuable feedback from industry experts, participating #startups will also have the exceptional opportunity to explore collaborations with fellow innovative firms based in #HongKong. The winning start-ups will be granted sponsorship to attend both local and international exhibitions, along with assistance in connecting with the ideal investors.   Apply now: bit.ly/3v5wHEJ Learn more: bit.ly/hktdcsue 

Only one week to go until the Asia Summit on Global Health (#ASGH2024), Asia's premier healthcare innovation and investment event, commences on 16 May at the HKCEC! The summit will gather over 70 world-class speakers, who will participate in insightful discussions to explore the challenges and opportunities facing the global #healthcare industry, while the InnoHealth Showcase and exhibition area will feature over 150 exhibitors presenting their latest healthcare #innovations and #technologies. The Business of Healthcare Advisory Zone and dedicated Deal-making sessions will offer entrepreneurs a platform to connect with industry leaders, facilitating exploration of areas for growth and collaboration.   More details: bit.ly/3JTkqas Register now: bit.ly/3wkDXgw

This year's #HongKong International Medical and Healthcare Fair returns from 16 – 18 May at HKCEC (Click2Match: 9-25 May), uniting over 300 exhibitors and featuring 8 key product zones showcasing the latest cutting-edge #healthcare technology and products. Register now: bit.ly/4bbWL0r Learn more: bit.ly/4ai6TnG

The Asia Summit on Global Health (#ASGH2024) will examine the future of healthcare from various perspectives, with hopes of bringing clarity and optimism as the world strives for a better and healthier tomorrow.   On the first day of #ASGH2024, Victor L L Chu, Chairman and CEO of First Eastern Investment Group will host the "Dialogue with Global Pioneer in Health" session with Prof Michael Hanna from University College London, to shed light on the latest trends and findings in #neurology.    Followed by sessions covering several important areas. As #AI continues to influence various industries, including healthcare, its impact will also be discussed extensively during the "Empowering Healthcare with Artificial Intelligence" session. On the second day, the "New Frontiers in Healthy Ageing" session will delve into the breakthroughs and challenges associated with healthy ageing, a pressing issue amid the global ageing population. Later that afternoon, the "Investing in the Future of Neuroscience" session will explore the value of investing in #neuroscience and the impacts it could have on healthcare as a whole.   Register now: bit.ly/3wkDXgw Learn more: bit.ly/49eeHac