Five Distinguished Persons Conferred Honorary Fellowships: Prof. Liu Pak-wai
June 2016
Professor Liu is emeritus professor of economics, research professor of the Lau Chor Tak Institute of Global Economics and Finance, and co-director of the Economic Research Centre, Hong Kong Institute of Asia-Pacific Studies. He joined the Department of Economics in 1976 and has made significant contributions to the University in his capacities as chairman of the department, Registrar and Pro-Vice-Chancellor. Professor Liu served as Pro-Vice-Chancellor for 13 years with responsibilities relating to finance and resources, and central administrative functions. During his tenure, he enhanced the efficiency of resource utilization and assisted in the establishment of the teaching hotel and academic buildings, as well as the Faculty of Law. Professor Liu has also served in a number of important positions in various public services.