The United Nations University International Institute for Software Technology welcomed a delegation from the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China in the Macao Special Administrative Region on February 2, 2026. The delegation was led by Counsellor Guo Xiaofeng, Director of the Department of International Organizations and Legal Affairs. Mr. Samuel Chan, Member of the UNU Institute in Macau Advisory Board, also joined the meeting.
During the meeting, UNU Institute in Macau Director Dr. Jingbo Huang introduced the mission and development of the United Nations University and highlighted the Institute’s more than 30 years in Macau as the city’s only UN entity dedicated to research and training. She outlined the Institute’s focus on digital technologies for sustainable development, including AI governance and ethics, digital public goods, cybersecurity and resilience, and youth development. Dr. Huang also shared highlights from recent flagship events that brought together over 800 experts and young innovators from over 30 countries. Dr. Huang emphasised the Institute’s commitment to supporting Macau’s digital transformation and contributing to local youth development.
Counsellor Guo Xiaofeng shared China’s long-standing position on multilateralism and the United Nations. He expressed appreciation for the Institute’s contributions and encouraged the Institute to further leverage its location in the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area to showcase Macau’s unique strengths as a bridge connecting China with the world. These perspectives aligned with broader discussions on advancing shared goals in sustainable development.
UNU Institute in Macau expresses its sincere appreciation to the Office of the Commissioner for this visit and exchange. The Institute looks forward to continued collaboration in promoting constructive dialogue, global partnerships, and knowledge exchange.
