HKUST Business School was honored to host His Excellency Khaled Abdulkarim ALFAHIM, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council (ADFBC), and his delegation for a strategic exchange on the future of family enterprises.
The delegation was welcomed by the School’s leadership and research community, including Prof. Roger KING, Prof. Winnie PENG, Prof. FONG Yuk-Fai, and Mr. Chris TSANG, reflecting HKUST’s commitment to advancing global dialogue in this important field.
His Excellency Khaled Abdulkarim Alfahim (second left), Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council, is welcomed by Prof. Roger King (first left), Prof. Fong Yuk-Fai (second right), and Prof. Winnie Peng (first right), during his visit to HKUST Business School.
The visit provided a valuable platform to explore key themes shaping the next generation of family businesses, including cross-cultural entrepreneurship, governance, sustainability, and cross-regional student mobility. The discussions underscored shared priorities in equipping future leaders with the capabilities needed to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected global landscape.
As a leading platform representing prominent family enterprises in Abu Dhabi, the ADFBC plays a pivotal role in promoting best practices in governance, sustainability, and generational continuity. The delegation’s perspectives contributed to a rich and forward-looking dialogue on how family businesses can strengthen resilience and create long-term value.
The visit highlights HKUST Business School’s ongoing commitment to fostering impactful international partnerships and advancing thought leadership within the global family business ecosystem, supporting the development of future-ready enterprises across regions and cultures.