The Hongkong Prize is awarded to those who have made an incredible impactful in the world. Past recipients have included someone using technology to assist homeless individuals and an artist reinterpreting human rights concepts into fine art. Winners receive both monetary prizes as well as access to top research facilities in Hong Kong; it gives them an opportunity to share their work with both mainland China and worldwide audiences!
The Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited established and sponsors the BOCHK Science and Technology Innovation Prize in 2022 to honor researchers or research teams in Hong Kong who have made scientific breakthroughs with real societal or economic benefits. An expert panel representing academic and business sectors of HK society evaluates submissions and makes its selection.
Applications should submit research papers that clearly and demonstrably illustrate their work’s positive effect on society, whether through clinical studies, observational/epidemiological research studies, meta-analyses or basic science articles. They must include clear, compelling and innovative conclusions with layman’s terms explanations if applicable – applicants interested in applying should review all applicable rules and regulations before submitting applications.
To guarantee the fairness of a Hongkong Prize draw, multiple measures have been put in place to safeguard against corruption or interference with its outcome. Employees from HKJC’s security and customer service departments regularly inspect all materials used for the draw – including boxing, packaging, transport of balls – before and after each draw and all balls undergo weight measurement, examination by X-Ray as well as no repeat use is allowed in consecutive draws.
This contest is open to travelers from across the globe, such as Southeast Asia, China and beyond. Those interested in entering can visit the World of Winners splash page for more information on how they can enter and submissions close on June 15. Winners will be announced mid-August.
The Hongkong Prize Literary Competition is an esteemed writing contest that draws writers from around the world, especially those with an affinity for Asian culture and history. Winners will receive cash awards as well as shopping vouchers and F&B benefits; those interested in entering should carefully review its rules and regulations to determine eligibility before entering this competition.
The Hongkong prize is an annual award that recognizes individuals whose extraordinary contributions have advanced global civilisation and created harmonious societies. Past recipients have included activists fighting for democracy in their home countries as well as those risking their lives to assist others. Its logo — a pearl and jade amulet — serves as a constant reminder that we humans share the desire to better the world around us, while our collective strength allows us to overcome any obstacle together.