The Secretary for Education, Christine Choi, stated today (April 26) that the government is relaxing the quota for non-local students at locally funded post-secondary institutions.
"The number of non-local students has significantly increased over the past year, reflecting strong demand for studying in Hong Kong."
Choi suggested that universities should gradually increase their intake while considering teaching quality and the experience of students in Hong Kong, emphasizing that they do not wish to dramatically raise student numbers without adequate support in place.
She also noted that Hong Kong's higher education institutions are highly internationalized and diverse, attracting overseas students. Recently, six local universities ranked among the top 50 in Asia, indicating the strong quality of higher education in Hong Kong, which needs to be consolidated amid fierce global competition.
Choi mentioned that recent U.S. visa restrictions for international students have created instability for those wishing to study there, prompting parents to consider other options for their children's education.
"The authorities have noticed a decline in the number of Hong Kong students going to the U.S. for studies. In the coming years, they will continue to increase accommodation capacity to meet the demand from non-local students."
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