Organized by the Alumni and Corporate Affairs Office of the Business School, the 'Global Leader Series Economic Forum' was held on 16 October with over 600 attendees. Titled 'The Rise of the Asian Century', the forum featured four world-renowned economists: Prof. Liu Mingkang (2nd right), Prof. Robert C. Merton (2nd left), Prof. Lawrence J. Lau (1st left), and Prof. Fred Hu (1st right). They presented their views on the challenges and opportunities of Asia's economic and financial development as China continues to gain prominence.

Hosted by Prof. Benjamin W. Wah, Provost of CUHK and Prof. Wong Tak-jun, dean of Business Administration, the opening ceremony was officiated by Mr. John C. Tsang, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR government, who also delivered the opening address. On the same occasion, the 'CUHK Business School Development Fund' was officially established. All proceeds contributed to the forum were directed to the development fund, ensuring the world-class excellence of the Business School continues to benefit future generations.