For authors interested in Asian culture and history, Hong Kong Prize’s writing competition offers an ideal platform. Top ten finalists receive not only a monetary prize but also shopping vouchers and F&B perks as a reward for writing quality pieces for submission – however before doing so be sure to read and follow all rules before submitting work – both to ensure it meets requirements as well as to avoid political or personal interests entering into submissions.
HK Prize was introduced in 2007 to commemorate Professor George B. Endacott, who led the effort to reestablish Hong Kong’s Department of History after World War II. It recognizes excellence in research related to history while encouraging younger fellows to pursue historical studies more thoroughly.
The Hong Kong Prize is one of Asia’s premier awards, drawing thousands of applicants each year. As a non-governmental merit-based award for scientists who have made groundbreaking scientific contributions with significant social benefits, winners receive not only cash and plaque awards but also access to research facilities in Hong Kong.
Among this year’s nominees for the Hong Kong Prize are activists fighting for freedom and democracy as well as those dedicated to social justice and community service, including activists fighting for democracy, social justice and service, including those fighting homelessness; including an activist who founded a nonprofit providing shelter for homeless adults; as well as an academic who developed liquid biopsy allowing doctors to detect cancer more rapidly. The jury will select winners in three categories – astronomy, life science medicine and mathematical sciences – before revealing them at an awards ceremony.
In 2020, late director Benny Chan received posthumously the Best Director Prize for his cops-and-robbers action film Raging Fire. Actor Andy Lau and producer Donnie Yen also earned awards for their roles in it. This ceremony had previously taken place virtually during Covid-19 pandemic but returned to its physical format this year.
The HK Prize is an important initiative that encourages international students to study science and technology in Hong Kong. Strengthening relations between Hong Kong’s scientific community and those in other regions as well as encouraging exchanges will strengthen ties and enable more international scholars to access Hong Kong’s best research facilities. Additionally, the HK Prize can assist economic development by attracting more foreign talent to Hong Kong. To be successful, however, this initiative needs support from all parties involved as well as transparency in its management. Furthermore, it must remain independent from sponsorship and ad hoc committees to ensure that only the best candidates will receive an HK Prize award regardless of political affiliations or sponsors. It will help motivate young people into becoming scientists while growing Hong Kong’s economy.