The 18th Hong Kong Cup Diplomatic Knowledge Contest – Final and Prize Ceremony
The 18th Hong Kong Cup Diplomatic Knowledge Contest was jointly organized by the Better Hong Kong Foundation (the Foundation), the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the HKSAR (the Commissioner’s Office), and the Education Bureau of the HKSAR Government. Held between December 2025 and May 2026, this year’s theme was “Diplomacy Shoulders Mission, Youth Create the Future”. Established in 2007 to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the HKSAR, the contest is recognized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as one of its three major public diplomacy brands. The competition aims to spark students’ interest in diplomacy through an engaging format, helping them gain knowledge of national development and a global perspective. This year saw record-breaking participation, with over 88,000 students from 295 primary and secondary schools across Hong Kong taking part.
The Final was successfully held on May 9
(L to R) The Foundation’s Executive Director Karen Tang, Corporate Sponsor Roy Chung, and Council Member Samson Chan attended the event to show their support
The Foundation members engaged in cordial exchange with Commissioner Cui Jianchun (center)
The Final of the Secondary School Category and Prizes Ceremony took place on 9 May 2026. Distinguished guests in attendance included the Chief Executive John Lee, Commissioner Cui Jianchun, Deputy Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in Hong Kong Sun Shangwu, Deputy Head of the Office for Safeguarding National Security of the Central People’s Government in Hong Kong Chen Feng, Deputy Commander of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Hong Kong Garrison Tan Zhiwei, Deputy Secretary for Education Jeff Sze, the Foundation’s Corporate Sponsor Roy Chung, Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) Chairman Martin Liao, Council Chairman of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) Lam Tai-fai, and President of the PolyU Teng Jinhuang. The judging panel included Deputy Commissioner Hua You, HKJC Deputy Chairman Lester Huang, Vice President of the PolyU Ben Young, the Legislative Councilor Ng Wun-Kit; and the Foundation’s Executive Director Karen Tang. The event was attended by over 400 students and representatives from various sectors. The Foundation’s Council Members Thomas Woo, Samson Chan, John Lee and Clara Chan also attended the event.
The Foundation’s Executive Director Karen Tang (right) was one of the judges
Fierce rivalry
Students delivering an outstanding performance
The Foundation members were impressed by the students’ performance
After intense competition, Fukien Secondary School claimed the Gold Award, while Caritas Tuen Mun Marden Foundation Secondary School and Diocesan Girls’ School won Silver Awards. Lui Ming Choi Lutheran College and the Hong Kong Management Association K S Lo College received Bronze Awards. Diocesan Girls’ School student Lee Yi-huen was honored with the Best Stage Performance Award.
The Chief Executive John Lee (3rd left) together with Commissioner Cui Jianchun (3rd right) presented the Gold Award to Fukien Secondary School
The Foundation’s Corporate Sponsor Roy Chung (5th right) together with the Deputy Secretary for Education Jeff Sze (5th left), Deputy Director of Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government Sun Shangwu (6th left), and Deputy Head of the Office for Safeguarding National Security of the Central People’s Government in Hong Kong Chen Feng (6th right) presented the Silver Awards to Tuen Mun Marden Foundation Secondary School and Diocesan Girls’ School
The Chief Executive John Lee (left) and Commissioner Cui Jianchun (right) presented the Best Stage Performance Award to Lee Yi-huen of Diocesan Girls’ School
The champion of the Primary School Category was awarded to Po Leung Kuk Chi Ho Primary School through an online competition held in March. Additionally, the organizers will arrange a study tour for the winning teams of the Secondary School Category in late July, visiting Beijing and Yunnan to gain a deeper understanding of the nation’s history, culture, and latest developments.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all winning schools and students. We hope that beyond enhancing their diplomatic knowledge, they have further broadened their international horizons to better seize future opportunities. A special program featuring the Final will be broadcast on RTHK TV 31 on June 20.
MCs Zou Yun (2nd right) and Douglas Yim (1st left) performing with excellence
The Winners – Secondary School Category
Gold
Fukien Secondary School
Silver
Caritas Tuen Mun Marden Foundation Secondary School
Diocesan Girls’ School
Bronze
Lui Ming Choi Lutheran College
The Hong Kong Management Association K S Lo College
Merits
Chiu Lut Sau Memorial Secondary School
St. Paul’s Convent School
Liu Po Shan Memorial College
STFA Leung Kau Kui College
Best Stage Performance
Lee Yi-huen (Diocesan Girls’ School)
Commissioner Cui Jianchun (right) and the Foundation’s Corporate Sponsor Roy Chung applauding the students’ impressive performance
2026.05.09