19 members of the HKBU community were included in this year’s Honours List announced by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in recognition of their significant contributions to Hong Kong and their dedicated public and community service.

Grand Bauhinia Medal (GBM)
Dr. Lawrence Fung Siu Por, GBM, GBS, Founder and Chairman of Hong Kong Economic Times Holdings Limited (HKET), donor of the University, was awarded GBM in recognition of his long-standing service to the Hong Kong community and tremendous contributions to the media industry, economic development and education development. Under his steadfast stewardship for over 30 years, HKET has grown into one of Hong Kong’s respected and most influential media outlets. He has also been a driving force in promoting Hong Kong as a global financial hub. As a passionate advocate for education, Dr. Fung has set up a foundation to support the development of the University of Hong Kong and community welfare projects. All along, Dr. Fung has consistently demonstrated his belief in the importance of dedication to society.    

Gold Bauhinia Star (GBS)
Mr. Irons Sze, GBS, JP, Honorary Court Member and donor of the University, was awarded GBS in recognition of his long-standing community service and significant contributions to Hong Kong. Mr. Sze is an eminent business leader. Having participated in the work of the Labour Advisory Board since 2009, he has assumed a pivotal role in bridging the employer and employee sides to forge consensus on labour matters. His participation has remarkably contributed to the Government’s implementation of various labour policy initiatives. In addition, through his active role in various patriotic organisations, Mr. Sze provides staunch support in promoting Hong Kong’s integration into the national development and advancing patriotic values. Mr. Sze is currently Executive Director of Hang Tung Resources Holding Limited.

Dr. Colin Lam Ko Yin, GBS, Honorary Court Member of the University, was awarded GBS in recognition of his devoted service and remarkable contributions to the well-being of the community. As Vice Chairman and Executive Director of Henderson Land Development Company Limited, Dr. Lam has championed crucial social projects. He led the donation of sites for a large youth hostel under the Youth Hostel Scheme and a residential care home for the elderly under the Special Scheme on Privately Owned Sites for Welfare Uses, rendering strong support to youth development and care for the elderly.

Silver Bauhinia Star (SBS)
Mr. Wong Ting Chung, SBS, JP, Honorary President of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded SBS in recognition of his meritorious contributions to community service. Mr. Wong is devoted to community building and has established close connections with local personalities and organisations over the years. He is Founding Chairman of the Sha Tin District Community Fund, which aims at alleviating poverty and providing emergency relief to people in need in the district. During the early COVID-19 pandemic, Mr. Wong addressed the facemask shortage by setting up a facemask factory to supply free facemasks to Sha Tin residents. His contributions extended to donating large quantities of anti-epidemic supplies to both the Mainland and Hong Kong. Mr. Wong has also been a staunch supporter of the work of the Community Chest for many years. Mr. Wong is Founder of the Nameson Group.

Dr. Winnie Ko Pui Shuen, SBS, JP, donor of the University, was awarded SBS in recognition of her dedicated service and meritorious contributions to the community. Over the years, Dr. Ko has held leadership and honorary positions in many major community organisations. Through her philanthropic support of several universities in Hong Kong, she has established scholarships and enhanced learning facilities for students. Dr. Ko is also a keen promoter of cultural development, supporting academic researches, exhibitions, and activities related to intangible cultural heritage. She is currently President of Hong Kong Chiu Chow Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of Kingrich Asia Holdings Limited.

Dr. Henry Tan, SBS, JP, Honorary Court Member and Vice President of the Tan Siu Lin Foundation, Honorary Permanent President of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded SBS in recognition of his remarkable contributions to the community, particularly in promoting youth and education development. During his service in Po Leung Kuk (PLK), PLK was devoted to enhancing its education services through establishing a primary school under the Direct Subsidy Scheme and a community college. Dr. Tan has also led various clansmen associations in organising exchange programmes to deepen the public’s understanding of the latest developments on the Mainland. All along, Dr. Tan is committed to nurturing youth talents for careers in the fashion and textile industry. Dr. Tan is currently Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Luen Thai Group.

Bronze Bauhinia Star (BBS)
The Hon. Kenneth Fok Kai Kong, BBS, JP, Court Member and Honorary University Fellow of HKBU, was awarded BBS in recognition of his dedicated public service and notable contributions to the development of sports, arts and culture, and youth affairs. In the Legislative Council, he has diligently offered constructive suggestions and advice. As Vice-president of the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, he rendered strong support to Hong Kong athletes, contributing to their good performances at various Games. With his knowledge and experience in the arts and cultural development in Hong Kong, the planning of the core arts facilities of the West Kowloon Cultural District could be moved forward. He also promoted internship exchanges on the Mainland to enhance young people’s understanding of the Nation’s latest developments. 

Mr. Lam Chor Chiu, BBS, MH, JP, Honorary Vice-President of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded BBS for his long and dedicated community work in the Kwai Tsing District. He has a remarkable record of community service, particularly in the realm of promoting crime prevention. As Vice-captain of a care team, he was devoted to enhancing the well-being of the underprivileged. He was also deeply committed to serving the community by bridging communication between the Government and residents. Mr. Lam is currently President of BRL Jewelry Company Limited.

Mrs. Choi Wong Ling Ling, BBS, MH, JP, Senior Member of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded BBS in recognition of her notable contributions to women’s development and youth education. As President of the All-China Women’s Federation Hong Kong Delegates Association, she spearheaded numerous activities to champion women’s causes, fostering a sense of community and collaboration. Furthermore, she was committed to providing internship opportunities in Tianjin and Shanghai for young people, which encouraged them to integrate into the broader national development. Mrs. Choi is currently Chief Executive Officer of Realway Investment Limited.

Mr. Andy Kwok Wing Leung, BBS, JP, Captain of the Hong Kong Golf Club, Honorary Director of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded BBS in recognition of his active participation in community affairs and notable contributions towards youth development. Mr. Kwok has held key positions in a number of committees. With his outstanding leadership, dedication and effort, the committees rolled out multiple creative activities for young people, achieving remarkable successes.   

Mr. Yan Jianguo, BBS, JP, Chairman of China Overseas Holdings Limited, Senior Member of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded BBS for his notable contributions to Hong Kong’s infrastructure development. He has led the construction industry in advancing innovation and technological progress by adopting high-productivity construction methods such as Modular Integrated Construction and Multi-trade Integrated Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing. Furthermore, he was committed to expediting the construction of Light Public Housing, which facilitated the Government to fill the short-term gap of public housing supply.  

Ms. Nikki Ng Mien Hua, BBS, Director of the Ng Teng Fong Charitable Foundation, Honorary President of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded BBS in recognition of her dedicated community service, particularly her notable contributions to the work of the Commission on Poverty. She keenly supported the Government’s initiative to launch the first Community Living Room in Sham Shui Po, a space that provides grassroots families with diversified facilities and services to meet their daily and social needs. Ms. Ng is also Director of Philanthropy of Sino Group.

Medal of Honour (MH)
The Hon. Kenneth Leung Yuk Wai, MH, JP, Member of the Young Entrepreneur Committee of the HKBU Foundation and Member of the Legislative Council, was awarded MH in recognition of his contributions to a number of Government boards and committees, particularly his commitment to promoting youth development.

Ms. Mary Huen Wai Yi, MH, JP, Chief Executive Officer for Hong Kong and Greater China & North Asia of Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, Senior Member of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded MH in recognition of her dedicated and valuable community service. Her contributions are especially notable in the banking and financial services sector, and in promoting the growth of digital economy and inclusive development. 

Mr. Johnson Chang Tsong Zung, MH, Co-founder of the Moonchu Foundation, donor of the University, was awarded MH in recognition of his significant contributions to the promotion of Chinese culture and arts, particularly his generous donation of more than 24,000 invaluable images from the Moonchu Foundation’s Chinese photography collection to the Hong Kong Museum of History. 

Professor Billy Mak Sui Choi, MH, Associate Professor of Practice, Department of Accountancy, Economics and Finance, and Associate Director (Financial Policy) of the Centre for Corporate Governance and Financial Policy at HKBU, was awarded MH in recognition of his active participation in various public services, particularly for his contributions to the fields of economics and finance, as well as public housing development.

Chief Executive’s Commendation for Community Service 
Mr. Edmond Yue Kwok Yin, Honorary Director of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded the Commendation for his contributions to the promotion of community sports and the development of shuttlecock sports. Mr. Yue is currently Director of Wo Hing Construction Company Limited.

Mr. Felix Lio Weng Tong, Member of the Young Entrepreneur Committee of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded the Commendation for his community service in the Kowloon City District, particularly his contributions to community building and youth development. Mr. Lio is currently Director of Teclent Venture Investment Limited.

Mr. Roger Ngan Chi Wing, Honorary Court Member of the University and Member of the Entrepreneur Committee of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded the Commendation for his community service, particularly his contributions to youth development. Mr. Ngan is currently Chief Executive Officer of the May Cheong Group.