In a significant move to strengthen financial education collaboration, Tsinghua University’s PBC School of Finance (PBCSF) and the Hong Kong Academy of Finance (AoF) have formally established a strategic partnership through a memorandum of understanding. The agreement, signed recently in Hong Kong, creates a comprehensive framework for joint research initiatives, academic exchanges, and leadership development programs tailored for the financial sector.
The newly forged alliance will facilitate knowledge sharing through coordinated events, specialized seminars, and academic conferences addressing pressing financial topics. Both institutions have committed to launching joint research and development programs focusing on areas of mutual interest and strategic importance.
Enoch Fung, Chief Executive Officer of the AoF, emphasized that this partnership will significantly expand the Academy’s network within mainland China while reinforcing its position as a premier hub for developing future financial industry leaders. The collaboration represents a strategic advancement in cross-border financial education cooperation.
Dean Jiao Jie of PBCSF expressed enthusiasm for the deepened cooperation, highlighting potential collaborative ventures in international financial policy, innovative fintech research, and the development of technology-driven financial ecosystems. The partnership brings together PBCSF’s unique background as a joint venture between Tsinghua University and China’s central bank, established in 2012, with the AoF’s strong connections to Hong Kong’s financial regulatory authorities.
The timing of this agreement coincides with a recent forum hosted by PBCSF in Hong Kong, supported by the AoF, which explored strategies to enhance the city’s global competitiveness in financial services. This collaboration signals a strengthened commitment to advancing financial education and leadership development across the Greater China region.