Hong Kong Chief Executive Signs MOU with Nazarbayev University in Kazakhstan

Chief Executive John Lee signed MOUs at Nazarbayev University in Kazakhstan, emphasizing enhanced academic and people-to-people exchanges between Hong Kong and Kazakh universities. He highlighted Hong Kong's role as a key contributor to the Belt and Road Initiative.

Wed Jun 03 2026

MOU Signed at Nazarbayev University to Strengthen Cooperation

Chief Executive John Lee visited Nazarbayev University in Kazakhstan to sign Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with the Education University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong Polytechnic University. These agreements aim to deepen academic and research collaboration and student exchanges. Lee noted that Nazarbayev University is the top-ranked university in Central Asia, and Hong Kong boasts five universities among the world's top 100, underscoring the mutual benefits of stronger cooperation. This initiative is expected to enhance people-to-people ties and build a solid foundation for long-term partnerships.

Hong Kong's Role in the Belt and Road Initiative and Talent Attraction

John Lee emphasized that both Hong Kong and Kazakhstan are key contributors and beneficiaries of the Belt and Road Initiative. Under the 'One Country, Two Systems' framework, Hong Kong acts as a super-connector and super-enhancer, leveraging its strengths as an international financial and legal services hub. These advantages include a common law system, free flow of capital, and a rich talent pool. Lee extended a warm welcome to talented youth and entrepreneurs from Kazakhstan to explore future development in Hong Kong, encouraging them to seize the abundant opportunities available.