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Curious about studying international relations in Hong Kong? Join us online! HKU's Master of International and Public Affairs (MIPA) is hosting a virtual open house on 9 November (Mon), 19:00–20:00 (HKT). Meet our professors, staff, and alum, and discover what makes MIPA and Hong Kong a world-class destination for your studies. 🏆 HKU: Ranked 11th globally (QS 2027) 🌏 Hong Kong: No. 2 in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 💼 Hong Kong: The world's largest cross-border wealth management center Register here (free): https://lnkd.in/gptSws_Z Or scan the QR code on the poster. We'll send you the details to join after registration. For more information about MIPA, visit: https://ppa.hku.hk/mipa/ We hope to see you online! Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to [email protected]. #hku #hkuppa #IR #InternationalRelations Austin Strange Daniel Marwecki (PhD)

🌏 Study International Relations in Hong Kong 🌏 The HKU Master of International and Public Affairs (MIPA) program is an international-caliber, fast-growing program (and is also the oldest such program in Hong Kong) with an excellent faculty and diverse group of students from all over the world. Here's why MIPA stands out: ✅ Strategic Location — Study IR at the meeting point between East and West ✅ Pioneer Program — Hong Kong's first master's program in International Relations, established in 2000 ✅ Diverse Courses — Explore the international relations of the global economy, technology & AI, and conflict and cooperation in Asia, plus exchange opportunities in Mainland China, South Korea, the US, and more ✅ Flexible Structure — Choose full-time (1 year) or part-time (2 years) study, with evening/Saturday classes ✅ Exciting Careers — Our alumni thrive in government, international organizations, consulting, research, academia, multinational corporations, law, media, and nonprofits 📅 Apply by 15 January 2027 🔗 Online Application: https://lnkd.in/g6_kmeUp 🌐Learn more: ppa.hku.hk/mipa 📧 [email protected] 📞 (852) 3917-0904 #HKUMIPA #InternationalRelations #HongKong #StudyInHongKong #HKU Austin Strange Daniel Marwecki (PhD)

📢 Call for Proposals: 14th Annual Meeting of Asian Political Methodology 🗓️ January 8–9, 2027 📍 University of Hong Kong 🤝 Co-sponsored by the Society for Political Methodology We are excited to invite scholars to submit proposals for papers and posters at the 14th Annual Meeting of Asian Political Methodology! Join researchers from across Asia and beyond for two days of engaging discussions on innovative quantitative methods and their applications in political science and the social sciences. ✅ No registration fee 🎓 Travel funding available for selected graduate students 🏆 Best poster award(s) 📅 Submission deadline: October 9, 2026 📝 Submit your proposal here: https://lnkd.in/gJahCfgV For more details, visit: https://lnkd.in/g3uT97f6 📧 Questions? Email [email protected] We look forward to welcoming you to Hong Kong! #hku #hkuppa Robert Thomson Haohan Chen Jiangnan Zhu

HKU MIPA Achievements 🌍 Exciting news! International applications to the MIPA program tripled in AY26/27! 🎉📈 Interested in studying International Relations in Hong Kong? Stay tuned for details about the AY27/28 admission cycle and join our vibrant global community! #MIPA #HKU #HKUPPA #IR #InternationalRelations #StudyInHongKong Austin Strange Daniel Marwecki (PhD)

HKU's Robert Thomson and UCSD's Christina Schneider Publish “The Best Book to Date on Globalization and Democracy” Promises Made, Promises Kept? Democratic Politics in a Globalized World — free to download now In a globalized economy, can democratic parties still deliver on what they promise voters? And what happens when they cannot? We are thrilled to announce the publication of a groundbreaking new book that provides the answers: Promises Made, Promises Kept? Democratic Politics in a Globalized World. Co-authored by our very own Professor Robert Thomson (University of Hong Kong) and Professor Christina J. Schneider (University of California, San Diego), and published by Cambridge University Press, this book draws on over 7,000 policy pledges across 12 democracies. It is available to download for free via open access HERE: https://lnkd.in/g58RDpwd You can also read the authors’ introductory blog post HERE: https://lnkd.in/gnDsWfe2 Hailed by Simon Hix, Stein Rokkan Chair in Comparative Politics, European University Institute as "the best book to date on the effect of globalization on democracy," this project was a 5-year marathon spanning four continents. Whether you are a student, a scholar, a policymaker, or simply concerned about the future of democracy, this is a must-read. 👇 Read more reviews and endorsements HERE: https://lnkd.in/gi6Tni_Y

🚀 To support the continued expansion of the Department of Politics and Public Administration (PPA), the recruitment campaign for two professorial positions in Public Administration is now open. 📢We invite applications for the roles of Tenure-Track Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor in Public Administration. The appointments are expected to start as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract. ✨Exceptionally outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment on direct tenure terms subject to University’s approval. 🔗Click the link to apply now: https://lnkd.in/gJfwtgHs ⏳Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until April 30, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. 📩Enquiries may be directed to the Head of Department, Professor Robert Thomson ([email protected]). 🌐Visit PPA’s website for more information: https://ppa.hku.hk/ #hku #hkuppa #IR #InternationalRelations