Twelve HKBU Foundation members and two donors of the University were included in this year’s Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Chief Executive Honours List in recognition of their significant contributions to Hong Kong and their dedicated public and community service.

Grand Bauhinia Medal (GBM)

The Hon. Mrs. Regina Ip Lau Suk Yee, GBM, GBS, JP, donor of the University, was awarded the GBM in recognition of her excellent contribution to Hong Kong, in particular her contribution to the Executive Council and Legislative Council by providing invaluable advice to the Government and balancing the diverse interests of society. Mrs. Ip frequently takes the initiative to explain Hong Kong’s situation both internationally and locally with a view to enhancing public understanding of “One Country, Two Systems”, governance, and national security issues. She is currently Member of the Executive Council and Legislative Council of the HKSAR.

Dr. Bunny Chan Chung Bun, GBM, GBS, JP, Honorary Consultant of the Hong Kong Chiu Chow Chamber of Commerce, Honorary Vice-President of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded the GBM in recognition of his remarkable contribution to promoting youth development and the well-being of Hong Kong. He has made exemplary contribution not only to the development of Kwun Tong district, but also the promotion of social harmony and solidarity across districts, as well as enhancing a closer bond between Hong Kong and the Mainland. Dr. Chan is exceptionally enthusiastic in youth affairs. Through his dedicated service in the Hong Kong Association of Youth Development and the Hong Kong Army Cadets Association, he has nurtured young people in developing positive values and a mission to serve the society. He is currently Chairman of Prospectful Holdings Limited.

Dr. Jonathan Choi Koon Shum, GBM, GBS, JP, Standing Committee Member/Permanent Honorary President of The Chinese General Chamber of Commerce, Honorary President of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded the GBM in recognition of his distinguished service and contribution to Hong Kong. Dr. Choi has been dedicated to promoting the economic and social development of Hong Kong over the years. During his tenure as Chairman of The Chinese General Chamber of Commerce and Hong Kong-China Representative to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Advisory Council, Dr. Choi rendered staunch support to Hong Kong businesses in overcoming challenges in the ever-changing business environment, building networks, and strengthening economic ties among Hong Kong, the Mainland and overseas trading partners. He also fervently promotes Hong Kong’s unique advantages as the key link and prime platform for the Belt and Road Initiative, and offers constructive advice in enhancing Hong Kong’s competitiveness and growth potential. Dr. Choi is currently Chairman of the Sun Wah Group.

Dr. Lo Man Tuen, GBM, GBS, JP, Life Honorary Chairman of The Chinese General Chamber of Commerce, Honorary President of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded the GBM in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the community over the years. Dr. Lo is a well-respected figure in the community and the business sector who has made remarkable contribution to serving Hong Kong. Being an influential leader in the clansmen community, he is dedicated to consolidating the clansmen’s efforts to promote economic and cultural exchanges between the Mainland and Hong Kong, as well as social harmony and stability through participation in district administration and community involvement projects. Dr. Lo also supports various charitable causes to enhance the well-being of the local and the Mainland communities. In addition, Dr. Lo is committed to uniting overseas Chinese to contribute towards the development of the country. Dr. Lo is currently Chairman of Wing Li Group (International) Ltd.

Gold Bauhinia Star (GBS)

Ms. Connie Wong Wai Ching, GBS, JP, Member of the Board of Governors and the Entrepreneur Committee of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded GBS in recognition of her dedicated public and community services over the years. Holding key positions in various federations, women and volunteer organisations, Ms. Wong participates enthusiastically in community and volunteer work, and promotes women’s rights and development. Ms. Wong has served in various advisory and statutory committees and provided constructive advice to the Government in public administration matters. She has also contributed to the anti-epidemic work through advocating the establishment of the Hong Kong Community Anti-Coronavirus Link. Ms. Wong is currently Managing Director of Wong Sun Hing Limited.  

Mr. Yu Pang Chun, GBS, JP, Director and General Manager of Yue Hwa Chinese Products Emporium Limited, Honorary Permanent President of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded GBS in recognition for his long and distinguished public service, particularly his contribution to labour and manpower development. As Chairman of the Employees Retraining Board, Mr. Yu has led the Board in providing more effective re-training services to local employees for enhancing their competitiveness. Over the years, Mr. Yu has also provided valuable advice to the Government in business facilitation, population policy, human resources planning and economic development. Mr. Yu is well-respected by the community for his significant contribution to Hong Kong.

Mr. Stephen Yau How Boa, GBS, MH, JP, Member of the Alumni Committee of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded GBS in recognition of his distinguished public and community services, in particular his significant contribution to social welfare, town planning and sports development in Hong Kong. For the past 35 years, Mr. Yau has led the only non-governmental cross-boundary and inter-country social services organisation in Hong Kong to provide an extensive range of social services to a wide spectrum of individuals and families in the community. Mr. Yau supported strongly the work of the Town Planning Board. He is also full of enthusiasm in promoting the development of the football sport and training of young footballers in Hong Kong. Mr. Yau is currently Chief Executive of the International Social Service Hong Kong Branch.

Mr. Tang Ching Ho, GBS, JP, Chairman of Wai Yuen Tong Medicine Company Limited, Senior Member of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded GBS in recognition of his dedication and significant contribution to community service over the years. Assuming leadership positions in various federations and clansmen associations, Mr. Tang has actively taken the lead to support these associations in organising various community activities for the well-being and solidarity of the community. With his extensive network, he also leads the volunteer groups and associations to support the administration and mobilises volunteers to participate in the anti-epidemic work.

Mr. Martin Lee Ka Shing, GBS, JP, Member of the Lee Shau Kee Foundation, Honorary Permanent President of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded GBS in recognition of his significant contribution to championing charity work for betterment of the community. Over the years, Mr. Lee has been enthusiastic in helping the vulnerable in society and pursuing education and scientific research, youth development, as well as cultural and sports projects. Mr. Lee has provided strong support in rolling out the Community Housing Scheme and echoed the Government’s Transitional Housing Scheme to provide transitional social housing for grassroots families in poor living environment with urgent housing needs. Mr. Lee is currently Chairman and Managing Director of Henderson Land Development Company Limited. 

Silver Bauhinia Star (SBS)

Mr. Tommy Li Ying Sang, SBS, MH, JP, Chairman of the Pak Shing Tong Group, Honorary Director of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded SBS in recognition of his dedicated public and social services over the years, in particular his significant contribution to promoting the development of Chinese medicine. He has been actively participating in the work of the Chinese Medicine Development Committee, and leading the work of the Chinese Medicines Industry Subcommittee. With his extensive experience in the industry and profound knowledge in regulatory affairs, Mr. Li has tendered insightful advice for the development of the Chinese medicine industry in Hong Kong.

Dr. Yip Wai Hong, SBS, MH, Senior Member of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded SBS in recognition of his lifelong dedication and contribution to the development of music education for over 60 years. He founded the Department of Music and Fine Arts at Hong Kong Baptist University in 1973 and various music organisations for nurturing music talents. Dr. Yip has an eye for talents, and many young talented musicians under his tutelage have become internationally acclaimed musicians and educators, bringing fame and honour to Hong Kong. Dr. Yip is currently Honorary Music Director of Yip’s Children’s Choral & Performing Arts Centre.

Mrs. Susan So Chan Wai Hang, SBS, Member of the Board of Governors and the Entrepreneur Committee of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded SBS in recognition of her meritorious public and charity services over the years. She spares no effort in promoting the well-being of the community, in particular the elderly and underprivileged groups, and has supported different elderly services projects and programmes in the community. Mrs. So is also keen in supporting the development of local education, and tenders valuable advice to the Government on elderly services, employees’ re-training, and labour rights through her service in various government boards and committees. Mrs. So is currently Vice-Chairman of Winnie Sanitary Product Limited.

Bronze Bauhinia Star (BBS)

Professor Frank Fu Hoo Kin, BBS, MH, JP, Honorary President of the HKBU Foundation, was awarded BBS in recognition of his significant contribution to the promotion of sports development. Being an internationally recognised scholar and researcher in exercise physiology and fitness, Professor Fu has been dedicated to promoting sports culture in schools and raising the sports standard of students in the past three decades. He is also devoted to preserving a doping-free environment for fair play in sports in Hong Kong. Professor Fu is Emeritus Professor of Hong Kong Baptist University.

Ms. Ginny Man Wing Yee, Former Chairman of the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals (TWGHs), donor of the University, was awarded BBS in recognition of her significant contribution to charity and community services. During her tenure as Chairman of the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals, she was dedicated to leading TWGHs to continue to provide quality services, including promotion of modernisation and scientification of Chinese medicine in Hong Kong, rolling-out of various anti-epidemic programmes, as well as working with the Government in the transitional housing projects for meeting social needs. Ms. Man is currently Consultant of Tsun & Partners.