The Digital Economy Summit 2024 Revealing the centerpiece of our vision for future technology Creating a sustainable future together
The Chinese and Hong Kong governments have expressed their vision in setting policies to support the growth of innovation and promote the emergence of a digital economy hub based on the expansion of strong cooperation networks. Supports adaptation to the world of AI development by controlling production costs to increase competition. Building talented personnel and supporting SMEs
The Digital Economy Summit 2023 has begun, the innovation and technology event in Asia. at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center (HKCEC), organized by the Office of Technology and Industrial Innovation Office of the Government’s Chief Information Officer and cyber port The event is held over 2 days from 12-13 April, both in a format virtual. and actually organized as an event
This event is supported by the assembly of speakers. including senior representatives from leading companies Huawei, Alibaba, Cisco Group, AirAsia MOVE, VastaPa CPa, AECOM and NVIDIA, as well as senior officials and professors from universities and science parks from mainland China and Hong Kong
It is called a gathering of government, business and academic leaders. Including policy makers Joint exploration of new innovative technologies and applications How can it help transform the modern urban landscape and the digital economy? Creating sustainability, connectivity and resilience.
The event also featured an in-depth look at smart city innovation and development. In order to create a sustainable and progressive future together under the topic “Smart Technology for All: Creating a Sustainable Future” which the speakers emphasized. Digital infrastructure and the role of AI play an important role in promoting sustainable economic growth.
including data-driven innovation and decision-making, and the need to develop the digital economy and cultural exchange between Hong Kong and mainland China. promote cooperation between the two regions
A summary of the key points in the development of the digital economy in China and Hong Kong. said the government on stage
- Highlight the role of AI in China’s digital economy
- Hong Kong and China are cooperating on digital infrastructure and AI development
- Integrating industries in Northern China with Hong Kong’s digital economy
- The importance of accepting the challenge and promoting exchange programs for young people
- Strengthen digital infrastructure, computing power, data sharing in Hong Kong
Throughout the two-day event, there will also be a dedicated forum which brings together over 100 prominent personalities from the innovation and technology sectors. Industry innovator and business leaders from mainland China, the United States, Germany, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. ASEAN countries and Hong Kong will share insights through more than 50 keynote speeches and panel discussions throughout the event.
- Paul Chan Mo-po, Financial Secretary to the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
- Professor Dong Sun, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
- Xinning Lu, Deputy Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
- Song Wang, Deputy Minister of Cyberspace of China
- Xiujun Wang, Chairman of China Internet Development Institute
The Visionary Forum, another highlight of the opening ceremony. This year’s theme is Embracing the New Era of Innovation, according to Yunfeng Luo, Deputy Party Secretary of the CPC Hefei Municipal Committee and Mayor of Hefei People’s Municipality. He analyzed Hefei’s achievements in driving high-quality development through technological innovation.
The event also invited technology leaders to share insights and exchange ideas on how new technologies can digitize cities. Including creating collaboration. and create a data-driven economy. as well as fostering an innovative ecosystem of people The leading speakers who took part in the Visionary forum are as follows:
- Chris Tung : Huawei’s Global Cyber Protection and Privacy Officer
- Fernando Gil de Bernabe, Alibaba Group Chairman (strategic development)
- Nadia Omer, APJC Chief Operating Officer, Cisco Systems (USA) Pte Ltd
- Zhe Wenming, CEO of AirAsia MOVE
- Kok-Chin Tay, Vice President, JD Logistics
- Lukas Sokol, Executive Director (ASEAN) of the Smart Cities Council
- Head of Masdar City Master Planning Department
- Kunal Chatterjee, Vice President – Innovation, Visa Asia Pacific, Visa
Industry leaders and attendees researching smart technology applications will be divided into three themed forums, held in the afternoon. The participants included representatives from organizations and Well-known companies include PayPal, AECOM, PwC, Deloitte, CLP, Chinachem Group, Lalamove, foodpanda, NVIDIA and Zurich Insurance.
“Smart Economy and Business Innovation Forum” organized by Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong Federation of Industry Hong Kong Young Industrialist Council China General Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong Electronics Industry Association and Hong Kong Chinese Manufacturers Association by Analyzing trends in business changes in the economy . data driven Share case studies and successful strategies.
The “Smart Industry and Supply Chain Forum” is jointly organized by the Hong Kong Productivity Council and the Logistics Research and Development Centre. and MultiTech Supply Chain focuses on transformative technologies for smart manufacturing and supply chain optimization. It emphasizes the huge potential of technology to improve supply operations. Increase production efficiency and promote sustainable practices.
The final forum, the “Energy, Environment and Mobility Forum” organized by the Hong Kong Institute of Applied Science and Technology and the Smart City Consortium, explored the integration of innovative technologies to unleash the transformative potential of cities. Intelligent mobility Including a focus on how technology can be used to increase the efficiency of transport networks. Reduce carbon emissions and increase energy efficiency Promote energy efficiency practices and lead to a sustainable future
The event’s innovation showcase zone
In addition to thematic forums, an interactive experience zone will also be set up for attendees to experience the solution. Various smart cities Under the category Smart Training Zone Lifestyle and health zone green residential zone New Industry Zone and Web3 Zone by the second day of the summit There will be 4 thematic forums:
“Smart Financial Forum”
“Al & Web3 Forum”
“Forum on Living and Inclusion”
and the “ultimate innovation forum”
Michael Wong, Deputy Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and Simon Chan, Chairman of Cyberport, Speech at the “Smart Finance Forum”
The conference expanded its event to include a full weekend for the first time. Enable secondary and tertiary students to take part in guided tours. This gives them a valuable opportunity to contribute to the industry. digital economy and promoting interest in digital technology
For more details on DES 2024, including the full agenda and list of speakers, You can follow on: website
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