KUALA LUMPUR: City University of Hong Kong launched its inaugural HK Tech 300 Southeast Asia Start-Up Competition (HK Tech 300 SEA Competition), in a glittering ceremony here honored by Malaysian government officials, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), eminent SEA partner universities and local chambers of commerce.
Building on the success of HK Tech 300, a flagship innovation and entrepreneurship programme in Hong Kong with a total commitment of HK$600 million (MYR340 million), the programme has now expanded to SEA.
“We are thrilled to expand our successful HK Tech 300 initiative to SEA,” said Professor Way Kuo, Emeritus President and University Distinguished Professor at City University of Hong Kong.
“This Competition presents a unique opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs in the region to gain exposure and secure funding for their project, and will help translate City University of Hong Kong’s outstanding research into applications, which can have a transformative impact on the entrepreneurship landscape here.”
“We are excited to witness the positive impact of HK Tech 300 on the region and are committed to supporting and empowering innovative ideas in this part of the world,” said Professor Way Kuo.
