{
  "id": 18058915,
  "title": "HK's dominance in QS rankings 'not by chance'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/hks-dominance-in-qs-rankings-not-by-chance",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-04T03:00:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTHK English",
    "slug": "rthk-english",
    "url": "https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1876499-20261104.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hong Kong's universities continue to dominate the QS rankings, a feat not attributed to chance according to the city's acting chief executive, Eric Chan. Speaking at the World Class University Presidents Forum, Chan emphasized that higher education has always been a cornerstone of the city's success. He noted that five local institutions accounted for half of the top 10 places in the latest QS Asia University Rankings, with three of them ranking in the top five. Chan attributed this achievement to sustained government investment, clear policy direction, and the hard work of the universities themselves. He stressed that it reflects Hong Kong's commitment to excellence, openness, academic freedom, and institutional autonomy. Chan assured that Hong Kong will keep expanding its horizons and align with the nation's development to maintain its leading position. With the three university towns and the SAR's Study in Hong Kong brand, the government is welcoming people from the mainland and around the world to pursue their studies here. \"Hong Kong is a bridge between the mainland and the global higher education,\" Chan said, adding that the city is opening doors for its youth to engage with diverse cultures and cutting-edge ideas. By nurturing globally-minded innovators, Chan believes they are planting the seeds for a more collaborative and prosperous world.",
  "summary": "Acting chief executive Eric Chan on Wednesday said Hong Kong would continue to stay at the forefront of education amid the latest accolades for the city's univiersities. Speaking at the World Class University Presidents Forum, he noted that higher education had always served as a cornerstone for the SAR’s success. The city is a global hub for education and talent, Chan said, noting that five…",
  "key_points": [
    "Hong Kong universities dominate QS rankings, not by chance",
    "Five local institutions lead top 10 in Asia rankings",
    "Government investment and policy drive Hong Kong's success"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}