The 7th Paris Peace Forum 2024 convened at Paris’s historic Palais de Chaillot, uniting global leaders and decision-makers to tackle pressing challenges such as geopolitical tensions, climate change, and digital governance. In a world increasingly influenced by Donald Trump’s re-election, the Forum highlighted the importance of multilateral cooperation and showcased innovative civil society projects aimed at building a sustainable and functional global order.

Hong Kong's top universities are partnering with Chinese aerospace and military firms to create AI-driven satellites. These collaborations suggest Hong Kong may be evolving into a crucial hub for China’s military-civil fusion strategy. With implications for Hong Kong’s autonomy and global relations, these developments raise questions about transparency and dual-use technology.