The Asia Pacific Center Hong Kong Studies Program explores the uniqueness of the city from the politico-legal, economic, and cultural perspectives, and its current position in US-China relations. The program co-organizes and co-sponsors activities and public lectures in collaboration with other units on campus and beyond, including Global Hong Kong Studies @ University of California and 21st Century China Center at UC San Diego.
In December of 2024, the Asia Pacific Center announced the launch of its campaign to establish a Cantonese Heritage Fund, co-led by Dr. Min Zhou (Professor of Sociology and Asian American Studies and Director of the Asia Pacific Center) and Dr. King-Kok Cheung (Professor of the Department of English). Read the full announcement (Chinese and English)