The Hong Kong Film Award for Best Film is an annual Hong Kong industry award presented to films that are considered among the year’s finest works. Hosted by the Hong Kong Film Critics Association and decided upon by its membership (comprised of professional film workers as well as critics), over 50 films have won since 1983; 41 have gone on to take home its top prize; making HKFA an influential and important part of Hong Kong’s film industry.
Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited established the BOCHK SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION PRIZE to encourage young scientists, particularly from Mainland universities, in establishing research careers in Hong Kong. 2023 saw record applications from researchers representing artificial intelligence/robotics/life/health sciences/new materials/new energy/advanced manufacturing/fintech among others – this year alone over 200 researchers applied.
Secondary school students from Hong Kong’s Special Administrative Region can enter this competition by being nominated by their teachers, with up to 10 students being nominated per school. Each nominated student will then submit artwork which will be judged by a panel of judges; their shortlist will then be announced on 16 September along with winning artists being revealed via website voting by members of the public; one school will win HK$10,000 as the Public Vote Prize Winner!
The Hongkong Prize offers more than just financial prizes to students participating. They may find encouragement in their creative work or arts projects; additional studies or professional career development; increased international exposure via top-tier media coverage; access to an elite network of potential partners; as well as many other advantages. In addition, the Prize provides a platform where participating students can showcase their artistic talent while raising awareness of history education.
The Hong Kong Prize was created by friends and students to pay tribute to Professor John D. Young’s passion for Hong Kong history, his belief that students should explore diverse aspects of its development, and his legacy. All third-year students taking at least 48 credits of Chinese history may participate; for selection into this competition, exceptional achievements must be demonstrated within this subject matter.