Hong Kong Information and Artificial Intelligence Association (HKIAIA) was officially registered in Hong Kong in May 2026 as a non‑profit social organization jointly initiated by experts, scholars, researchers, industry representatives, outstanding enterprises, and investment institutions in the fields of information science, computer engineering, artificial intelligence, data science, and related disciplines. With Hong Kong as its base, the Association serves the whole nation and connects with the international community. Leveraging Hong Kong’s strengths as an international platform, it brings together global research, industry, capital, and top‑tier talent resources, and is committed to building an open platform for interdisciplinary collaborative innovation and deep integration of industry, academia, and research. The Association focuses on key areas including artificial intelligence, digital economy, intelligent manufacturing, robotics, AI healthcare, advanced materials, and digital education. It actively engages in academic exchanges, talent development, research collaboration, technology commercialisation, industry empowerment, investment and financing matchmaking, and science and technology policy advisory services. Its overarching goal is to promote the deep integration of technological innovation with industrial development, and to contribute professional expertise to the construction of the Guangdong‑Hong Kong‑Macao Greater Bay Area International Science and Technology Innovation Center, as well as to the high‑quality development of the global artificial intelligence industry.
To advance information science and artificial intelligence by connecting academia, industry, capital and global talent, and by promoting the integration of scientific research, industrial application, talent development and international cooperation.
To become an internationally influential open innovation platform for information science and artificial intelligence. HKIAIA aims to serve as a trusted bridge between China and the world, research and industry, and technology and capital—contributing to a global innovation community that is open, collaborative, responsible and committed to technology for the public good.
· Frontier Technology and Interdisciplinary Innovation Focusing on key areas including artificial intelligence, digital economy, intelligent manufacturing, robotics, AI healthcare, advanced materials, and digital education, the Association promotes interdisciplinary, cross‑institutional, and cross‑regional collaborative innovation. · Integration of Industry, Academia, and Research and Commercialisation of Achievements By bridging the entire chain from technology R&D, outcome evaluation, application validation, industrial deployment, to market expansion, the Association facilitates the commercialisation of research outcomes and industrial upgrading. · Cultivation and Development of Technology Talent The Association brings together and nurtures top‑tier talent in information and artificial intelligence, providing a platform for cutting‑edge learning, research practice, industry connectivity, and innovation and entrepreneurship. · International Exchange and Greater Bay Area Synergy Leveraging Hong Kong’s strengths as an international platform, the Association facilitates exchange and cooperation among the scientific, industrial, and investment communities in the Mainland, Hong Kong, and globally. · Technology Governance and Responsible Innovation The Association promotes data security, algorithmic governance, ethical standards, and trustworthy AI development, striving to achieve a balanced alignment among technological innovation, industrial benefits, and public interest.
· Organize academic conferences, industry forums, international exchange activities, and professional competitions. · Initiate and undertake research projects, and promote joint research among universities, research institutions, and enterprises. · Facilitate technology needs matching, outcome evaluation, application validation, and the development of demonstration scenarios. · Organize project selection, project roadshows and promotion, investment and financing matchmaking, and industrial incubation. · Establish an expert think tank and a talent development system, and provide mentorship, research practice, and innovation and entrepreneurship support. · Promote member exchange, industrial collaboration, and regional cooperation, as well as science and technology policy research and advisory services.
Hong Kong Information and Artificial Intelligence Association (HKIAIA) has established an organisational structure guided by Honorary Experts, coordinated by the Board of Directors, decided by the Presidium, executed by the Secretariat, and advanced collaboratively by Expert Committees. It brings together professional strengths from academia, the scientific and technological community, industry, education, and the investment sector, forming a non‑profit social organisation that combines international perspective, academic excellence, and practical industrial capabilities. HONORARY FOUNDERS AND HONORARY ADVISORS Composed of distinguished experts in information science, artificial intelligence, robotics, intelligent manufacturing, advanced materials, AI healthcare, and technology education, they provide professional guidance and strategic support for the Association’s development direction, academic advancement, major projects, and international cooperation. HONORARY PRESIDENTS Held by entrepreneurs and technology leaders with industry influence and extensive practical experience, they support the Association in promoting industrial collaboration, commercialisation of scientific and technological achievements, corporate cooperation, and resource connectivity. BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND PRESIDIUM The Board of Directors is the core governance and decision‑making body of the Association, responsible for formulating development plans, deliberating on major matters, and coordinating the overall work of the Association. The Presidium is responsible for implementing the resolutions of the Board of Directors and advancing key tasks in academia, industry, talent development, and international cooperation in an orderly manner. SECRETARIAT The Secretariat is the executive body for daily affairs of the Association, responsible for member services, event organisation, project management, external liaison, brand building, and coordination of various professional sectors, ensuring the efficient operation of all Association activities. EXPERT COMMITTEES AND WORKING TEAMS The Association may, in accordance with its development needs, establish expert committees or working teams in areas such as academic affairs, competitions, industrial cooperation, talent development, investment and financing, and international exchanges, engaging experts, scholars, and industry representatives from various fields to promote the implementation of specialised work and key projects.
President
President of the Hong Kong Information and Artificial Intelligence Association, Chairman of Shenzhen Zhongtou Huijin Fund Management Co., Ltd., Executive Vice President of Shenzhen Zhejiang Chamber of Commerce, and President of Shenzhen Textile Industry Association.
Secretary‑General
Executive President
Bachelor's degree from Peking University Founder and CEO of Shenzhen Rongkai Technology Co., Ltd. Nationally renowned education expert
Executive President
Executive President of the Hong Kong Information and Artificial Intelligence Association and Secretary‑General of the Competition Committee, and Deputy Secretary‑General of the Jiangsu Computer Society.
Executive President
Tsinghua University.
Executive President of the Hong Kong Information and Artificial Intelligence Association; Chairman of the Algorithm Association of Tsinghua University.
Vice Presidents
Vice Presidents
Deputy Secretary‑General
We welcome experts, scholars, researchers, industry professionals, enterprises, higher education institutions, research institutes, and investment institutions in the fields of information science, artificial intelligence, computer engineering, data science, and related disciplines to join the Association or to explore collaboration opportunities. Those interested in applying for membership or inquiring about cooperation are requested to send a brief introduction of themselves or their organisations, professional background, contact information, and collaboration intentions to the Association's email address:：office@hkiaia.com. The Secretariat will review the submitted materials and contact the applicants accordingly.