Reaping the benefits of China's reform and opening-up over the past 40 years, the Greater Bay Area has attracted talent, capital and other essential resources from all over the world, which has helped the area create a comprehensive industrial chain, and an experimental, devoted and inclusive vibe, said Lionel M. Ni, president designate of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou).

"By providing novel technologies that help entrepreneurs grow their business", he said that HKUST(Guangzhou)"will become a powerful engine in driving the GBA's development through innovation".

He added that the GBA also possesses "favorable factors" that help HKUST(Guangzhou) in its "mission in driving a paradigm shift in higher education and nurturing out-of-the-box talent".