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Hong Kong’s Core Advantages

  1. Venue and Facility Advantages
  • Core Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) – 91,500 square meters of rentable area, 5 independent exhibition halls (46,000 square meters), over 50 professional meeting rooms, maximum capacity of 8,000 people, and flexible zoning to meet various conference needs.
  • Facility Configuration: World-standard equipment, high-speed network, Chinese-English simultaneous interpretation system, 4K live broadcast/recording equipment, equipped with academic-specific tools such as interactive whiteboards and multi-interface converters.
  • Hosting Experience: Has hosted world-class events such as the 1997 World Bank Annual Meeting and the 2005 WTO Ministerial Conference, and has been awarded the title of “Asia’s Best Convention and Exhibition Centre”.
  • Humanistic Adaptability: Barrier-free design has won the “Universal Design Certification Scheme” award; additional mother-and-baby rooms, prayer rooms, and halal catering areas are provided to meet diverse needs.
  1. Transportation and Visa Convenience
  • Visa Policy: Visa-free access for over 170 countries/regions (90 days for the UK, US, France, etc.; 14-180 days for Africa/Middle East), 30-day visa-free transit for 48 countries, and 240-hour visa-free transit for 55 countries in mainland China (covering 24 provinces/cities and the Greater Bay Area).
  • Transportation Network: HKCEC is adjacent to MTR Central Station and Wan Chai Station (5-minute walk), directly connected to 5-star hotels such as Grand Hyatt Hong Kong; all cooperating hotels are close to public transportation, reachable to the venue within 10-30 minutes, and cross-border transportation (Hong Kong-Shenzhen-Macau) is seamlessly connected.
  1. Accommodation Resource Advantages
  • Sufficient Quantity: 12,244 guest rooms of different price ranges (3-5 star hotels + student dormitories), far exceeding the ICM demand of 3,500-4,000 rooms.
  • Diverse Prices: Luxury (HK$3,052-3,270 per night), mid-range (HK$1,036-1,090 per night), economy (starting from HK$654 per night).
  • Free Support: Coordinate with Hong Kong universities to provide 3,000 free student dormitories for participants from developing countries and volunteers, including basic expenses such as water, electricity, and internet.
  1. Academic and Talent Advantages
  • University Resources: 5 QS 2026 Top 100 universities with a high degree of internationalization in mathematics and strong scientific research strength.
  • Organizing Committee Strength: Led by Shing-Tung Yau, composed of 24 top international scholars, with strong academic authority.
  • Volunteer Support: Plan to recruit over 300 volunteers, mainly students majoring in mathematics/statistics from top universities in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, proficient in English, providing language, academic, and logistical support through professional training.
  1. Cultural and Language Advantages
  • Bilingual Barrier-free Communication: Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin) and English are official languages; English is widely used in government institutions, professional services, and business fields, building a smooth communication bridge for global participants.
  • Integration of Eastern and Western Cultures: Traditional Chinese folk customs (festival celebrations, clan culture) coexist with Western cultural symbols (international art exhibitions, diverse cuisine); from Hong Kong-style tea restaurants to high-end business districts, and from Cantonese opera performances to Broadway musicals, the cultural ecology is rich in layers.
  • Diversity of Religions and Cultural Inclusiveness: The Basic Law of Hong Kong guarantees religious freedom, and Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, etc. coexist harmoniously; certified as a Muslim-friendly destination by international authoritative institutions with the “Crescent Rating”, having about 190 halal-certified restaurants, over 60 Muslim-friendly hotels, and adapted service venues, ranking 3rd among “Muslim-friendly destinations outside the Organization of Islamic Cooperation”, and winning the double championships of “Barrier-free Muslim-friendly Tourism Destination” and “Most Promising Muslim-friendly Destination of the Year”.
  1. Network Environment Advantages
  • Solid Infrastructure: 5G network achieves high coverage in major urban areas and offshore waters, building a stable network architecture relying on a high-density submarine optical cable system.
  • Sufficient Bandwidth Resources: International bandwidth exceeds 10 Tbps, providing sufficient capacity support for global data transmission.
  • Open and Inclusive Features: Users can freely access international networks, and at the same time achieve low-latency and efficient connection with mainland China and the world through line optimization.
  • Global Network Hub: As an important network node connecting mainland China and the world, it provides stable and reliable network support for academic communication, virtual participation, and cross-border cooperation.
  1. Safety and Environmental Advantages
  • Safety Guarantee: Hong Kong is one of the safest cities in the world, with a sound legal system, efficient law enforcement, a complete emergency system, and a low crime rate.
  • Suitable Climate: Subtropical climate with summer temperatures of 28-33℃, suitable for holding international conferences.

Rich Supporting Facilities: Comprehensive coverage of catering (from street snacks to Michelin restaurants), shopping (luxury goods to cultural and creative products), and cultural attractions (West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong Palace Museum, etc.), meeting the diverse needs of participants.