PRESS RELEASES | JAN 13, 2026

Congratulations to Colleagues

Congratulations to Professor Xin He on his recent conferral of the title Chair Professor at The University of Hong Kong.  The title is a mark of distinction as the President wrote in his conferment letter to Professor He:

“At this University, a Chair Professor title is reserved for world-class scholars of distinction. It signifies due recognition of outstanding academic leadership and excellence. As a top-rated researcher and academic leader, you are held in high regard by your peers globally, and your significant contributions and accomplishments have received international acclaim.”

Professor He is now only one of four Chair Professors in the Faculty of Law.  He was appointed to the Mok Sau-King Professorship in Law at the University of Hong Kong in 2024 and his latest monograph The Judicial System of China was published by Oxford University Press in November 2024.  For more information on Professor He’s research outputs and impact, click here.

Congratulations to Professor Benjamin Chen who has been conferred the Gallant Ho Outstanding Young Professorship.

The “Outstanding Young Professorships Scheme” represents the University’s commitment to nurturing rising stars and young talents. An Outstanding Young Professorship will be awarded to an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor.

Professor Chen is an interdisciplinary scholar whose research is situated at the intersection of law and social sciences. He is a prolific scholar and a rising star in his field. 

Let us take this moment to congratulate Professor He and Professor Chen on their well-deserved achievement.

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