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HONG KONG, 12 November 2026 – The "Hong Kong International Talents Festival 2026" was grandly held on 7 November. Ms. Judy Chen, Chairman of the Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF HK), was invited as a Guest of Honour to officiate the opening ceremony. She shared the stage with a distinguished line-up of political, business,sports, and cultural leaders, including Mrs. Regina Ip, Convenor of the Non-official Members of the Executive Council; Mr. Chris Sun, Secretary for Labour and Welfare; Mr. Benson Kwok, Director of Immigration; Dr. Stephen Wong, Head of the Chief Executive's Policy Unit; Mr. Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, Chief Executive Officer of The Hong Kong Jockey Club and Chairman of The Hong Kong Management Association. The event met with an enthusiastic response, attracting more than 8,000 professionals throughout the day.

Delivering her speech at the event, UNICEF HK Chairman Ms. Judy Chen emphasised that a robust talent strategy is not only a key engine for economic and industrial development, but also profoundly shapes the growth environment and future well-being of the next generation. She noted that driving youth empowerment and educational advancement serves as the cornerstone for society's sustainable momentum.

Ms. Chen highlighted that UNICEF HK remains steadfast in safeguarding the rights of children and adolescents. She firmly believes that gathering global wisdom and top-tier talents does more than boost the city's international competitiveness. It also helps cultivate an opportunity-rich, diverse, and inclusive environment for the next generation to thrive. Such efforts are essential to building a child-friendly city that places the well-being, development, and participation of every child at its heart. She called upon all sectors to deepen collaboration and translate the fruits of talent aggregation into enduring forces for social development, joining hands to build a brighter future for children and youth.

UNICEF HK will continue to leverage its advocacy role, uniting various sectors to foster an open and supportive ecosystem for talents and families. By empowering young people to broaden their international horizons and unleash their full potential in Hong Kong, UNICEF HK remains committed to shaping a sustainable and promising future for the next generation.

Ms. Judy Chen, JP, Chairman of the Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF, delivers a keynote speech titled "Aligning with National Strategic Blueprint: Seizing Development Opportunities in Hong Kong" at the Hong Kong International Talents Festival 2026.

UNICEF HK Chairman Judy Chen joins officiating guests and organizers for a group photo at the Hong Kong International Talents Festival 2026.

Ms. Judy Chen (third right), Chairman of the Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF, joins officiating guests on stage for the launching ceremony of the Hong Kong International Talents Festival 2026.