City University of Macau recently held a seminar to discuss the importance of “Administrative Leadership”, focusing on its implications for governance in the Special Administrative Region. Organized by the Graduate School and the Postgraduate Student Association, the seminar aimed to deepen understanding of President Xi Jinping’s speeches on Hong Kong and Macao and Director Xia Baolong’s speeches on thematic forums.
Vice Rector Ip Kuai Peng emphasized that graduate education plays a vital role in fostering innovative talents to support national strategies. He urged local universities to enhance collaboration between education and industry, especially in critical areas such as artificial intelligence and fintech.
The seminar also highlighted the responsibility of graduate students to contribute to the development of a unique academic discourse influenced by Macau’s cultural blend. Student representatives shared insights, stressing the need to engage in national security research and provide practical recommendations for improving public policies in the region.
Assistant Professor He Qi concluded that the seminar reinforced the importance of “Administrative Leadership”, creating a shared commitment to apply theoretical knowledge in service of Macao’s development and governance.
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