Organised by the Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC), InnoCarnival 2018, held at the Hong Kong Science Park, was successfully concluded on November 11. Carrying the theme of “Innovate for a Smart Future”, the event showcased numerous smart city technologies and local innovations. With visitors of all ages participating in a wide range of activities and programmes, InnoCarnival 2018 has greatly enhanced awareness and understanding of innovation and technology (I&T) among members of the public in Hong Kong.

Mr Nicholas Yang, Secretary for Innovation and Technology, accompanied Mrs Carrie Lam, the Chief Executive on parts of her visit to Japan from October 29 to November 2. Mrs Lam visited a number of innovation and technology (I&T) institutions and facilities, aiming to boost links between Hong Kong and Japan on innovation and technology front.

Mrs Carrie Lam, the Chief Executive and Professor Bai Chunli, the President of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), signed the Memorandum of Understanding on Establishing Affiliated Institution by the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Hong Kong (MoU) on behalf of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and the CAS on November 8.

The International System of Units (SI) forms the foundation of physical measurements. It defines seven base units, their derived units and prefixes. On November 16, 2018, the 26th meeting of the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) passed a resolution to revise four of the seven SI base units, namely, the kilogram, the ampere, the kelvin and the mole. The revision brings an end to the use of physical objects to define measurement units by linking all SI base units to physical constants, which guarantees their stability and universality. The adopted changes will be implemented on May 20, 2019, the next World Metrology Day.

1. The final roadshow of “InnoTech Month 2018” will be held on December 1 and 2 at TKO Gateway in Tseung Kwan O. A series of innovation workshops will be offered for participation by the public. Click www.itm.gov.hk for more details.
2. An “Innovation and Technology Commission Pavilion” will be set up by the Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) at the SmartBiz Expo, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council from December 5 to 7 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. At "Techtopia" in Exhibition Hall 1D, the ITC Pavilion (Booth Number: 1D-D02) will showcase and promote the latest innovations and research achievements developed by five local research and development (R&D) centres. Trade visitors are welcome to visit the expo with free admission. Click here for more details.