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Advancing GBA Healthcare at the 2025 GBAHA Annual Conference
Hong Kong, March 19-20, 2025 – The recently concluded 2025 Greater Bay Area Healthcare Association Annual Conference, was an extraordinary g
Association Secretary
Mar 22, 20256 min read
GBAHA Shares Future Development Vision in Guangdong Television Interview
The Greater Bay Area Healthcare Association GBAHA recently participated in an interview with Guangdong Television, sharing its vision for fu
Association Secretary
Jan 24, 20241 min read
The 2026 Turning Point for Medical AI: From Parameter Hype to Real-World Deployment
2026 opened with a clear turning point for medical foundation models: the market is moving past the “bigger parameters + louder hype” phase and into a practical era defined by product readiness, regulatory compliance, and real clinical deployment.
Association Secretary
5 hours ago5 min read
China’s Medical AI Battle: A Decade of B2B Pain—Now Turning Toward Patients
On February 16, “Ant Afu” (蚂蚁阿福) appeared on China’s Spring Festival Gala in a way that looked almost un-tech: not a futuristic humanoid robot, not a general-purpose AI demo, but a familiar, everyday scenario—elderly checkups and chronic disease management.
That placement wasn’t accidental. It was one scene in a much larger strategy: occupying user mindshare at scale.
Association Secretary
8 hours ago5 min read
Visit to Shenzhen: Strengthening Cross Boundary Healthcare Collaboration in the Greater Bay Area
On February 11, 2026, Hong Kong’s Secretary for Health, Prof. Lo Chung-mau, together with Permanent Secretary Mr. Eddie Chan, led a delegation to Shenzhen to further deepen cross-border collaboration with Mainland authorities—particularly Greater Bay Area (GBA) cities—on healthcare and public health coordination.
Association Secretary
Feb 153 min read
Hong Kong's Path to Enhanced Medical Device and Drug Regulation
On February 3, 2026, the Department of Health held a significant seminar in collaboration with the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park, aimed at outlining the timeline and guidelines for the upcoming "First Level Approval" system in drug and medical device regulation. This event attracted representatives from local and mainland regulatory agencies, esteemed scholars, industry experts, and key figures in the medical technology sector.
Association Secretary
Feb 152 min read
Shaping the Future of TCM: Hong Kong Launches "C4a" Project to Define Core Competency Standards
The landscape of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in Hong Kong is undergoing a significant transformation. Following the release of the Chinese Medicine Development Blueprint, the government is taking concrete steps to professionalize and standardize the industry.
Association Secretary
Jan 263 min read
A New Era for Traditional Healing: Hong Kong Chinese Medicine Hospital Officially Opens
Hong Kong has officially marked a historic milestone in its medical history. Following a phased service launch that began on December 11, 2025, the city celebrated the official inauguration of its very first Chinese Medicine Hospital (HKCMH) alongside the Government Chinese Medicines Testing Institute (GCMTI) this week.
Association Secretary
Jan 253 min read
Strengthening GBA Regional Health: Highlights from the 20th Tripartite Meeting in Macao
On January 15, 2026, the 20th Tripartite Meeting of Senior Health Officials from the Mainland, Hong Kong, and Macao was held in Macao. Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, led a high-level delegation to engage in pivotal discussions aimed at enhancing public health across the three regions.
Association Secretary
Jan 232 min read
Strengthening Healthcare Ties: Deepening Collaboration Between Hong Kong and the Mainland
On January 13, Chief Executive John Lee met with Lei Haichao, Director of the National Health Commission, at Government House to discuss deepening healthcare cooperation. This high-level meeting culminated in the signing of two landmark agreements aimed at enhancing the medical landscape for residents in both Hong Kong and the Mainland.
Association Secretary
Jan 232 min read
Hong Kong Department of Health Hosts Industry Briefing on New Licensing Regulations for Clinics and Small Practice Clinics
The Hong Kong Department of Health (DOH) held its inaugural in-person industry briefing to explain upcoming regulations under the Private Healthcare Facilities Ordinance (Chapter 633). The provisions concerning the regulation of clinics and small practice clinics operated by registered doctors and/or registered dentists will come into effect on October 13.
Association Secretary
Jun 25, 20252 min read
Hong Kong to Establish Drug and Medical Device Regulatory Authority by End of Next Year
In a significant move towards enhancing Hong Kong's position as a medical innovation hub, the Hong Kong government has announced the establishment of the Hong Kong Drug and Medical Device Regulatory Authority by the end of next year. This development was highlighted in the recent Policy Address, which proposed the creation of a "first-tier approval" process for drug and medical device registrations, allowing direct approval in Hong Kong without relying on international regula
Association Secretary
Jun 25, 20253 min read
Hospital Authority Announces Expanded Medical Fee Waiver Policies, Increasing Eligible Beneficiaries from 300,000 to 1.4 Million
The Hospital Authority (HA) has recently announced updates to its medical fee waiver policy, including relaxation of income and asset thresholds, broadening of coverage scope and duration, and revision of the definition of 'family.' Starting from next year, eligible Hong Kong residents will also be able to apply for public hospital fee waivers online. The HA estimates that after these enhancements are implemented, the number of eligible beneficiaries will rise from the curren
Association Secretary
Jun 24, 20254 min read
Zhuhai Hospitals Launch “Elderly Medical Voucher” Pilot Program in Greater Bay Area
Starting this Thursday, two hospitals in Zhuhai—Sun Yat-sen University Affiliated Fifth Hospital and Zhuhai People's Hospital—will begin piloting the "Elderly Medical Voucher" scheme within the Greater Bay Area (GBA). The program allows eligible Hong Kong seniors to use medical vouchers to pay for designated outpatient medical and nursing services at these facilities.
Association Secretary
Jun 23, 20252 min read
Stanford HAI Releases Comprehensive AI Index Report 2025 Highlighting Key Progress in Healthcare AI
On April 7, the Stanford Human-Centered AI Institute (HAI) published its highly anticipated "AI Index Report 2025," a comprehensive 456-page document that outlines significant advancements in the field of artificial intelligence over the past year. Established in 2019 and co-led by renowned AI expert Fei-Fei Li, the institute's annual reports have become essential resources for understanding cutting-edge developments in AI globally.
Association Secretary
Apr 24, 20257 min read
Revolutionizing Healthcare: The Emerging Era of Generalist Medical AI
A groundbreaking paper recently published in Nature has brought attention to the development of Foundation Models for Generalist Medical Art
Association Secretary
Apr 8, 20252 min read
The Golden Era of AI in Chinese Healthcare: A Comprehensive Look at Emerging Medical Models
In 2025, China’s healthcare sector is undergoing a revolutionary transformation driven by AI-powered medical models. From top-tier hospital
Association Secretary
Apr 8, 20252 min read
Analyzing the Diverging Paths of Elderly Care Communities in Hong Kong
The landscape of elderly care communities in Hong Kong presents a stark contrast: while some facilities, like those operated by major player
Association Secretary
Apr 8, 20253 min read
Rising Trend of Hong Kong Residents Seeking Medical Treatment in Mainland China Amid Healthcare Costs
As Hong Kong faces an increasingly aging population, the burden of government healthcare spending has intensified, leading to the introducti
Association Secretary
Mar 29, 20254 min read
Guangdong Hospital Introduces "Alcohol Withdrawal Chip" Implant Surgery, Allowing Patients to Quit Drinking Without Regular Medication
A hospital in Guangdong province has recently introduced an "alcohol withdrawal chip" implant surgery, enabling patients with alcohol addict
Association Secretary
Mar 29, 20252 min read
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