The 2nd Clare Hall, University of Cambridge – University of Macau Forum 2026 was held from Monday 22 to Tuesday 23 June 2026 in the Richard Eden Suite at Clare Hall, University of Cambridge.

Following the success of the first forum, held at the University of Macau in 2025, this second gathering continued to strengthen the longstanding academic partnership between Clare Hall and the University of Macau. The forum brought together scholars from both institutions for two days of interdisciplinary discussion under the theme Mapping Sustainability Across Disciplines: Earth Systems, Technological Innovation, Ethical Perspectives, and Social Implications. Across the two days, scholars explored a wide range of topics relating to sustainability, including society and the public good, infrastructure and the built environment, environmental and climate systems, technology, culture, and history.

The forum was opened by Clare Hall President Professor Alan Short, who welcomed delegates and reflected on the importance of the partnership between Clare Hall and the University of Macau. He emphasised the value of international academic exchange and collaboration in addressing complex global challenges. This was followed by remarks from UM Vice Rector Professor Kai Meng Mok before the second session. Professor Mok also highlighted the importance of partnership between Clare Hall and University of Macau, noting the value of bringing together diverse perspectives, expertise, and institutional experiences.

The first day featured sessions on Society, Systems and Public Good, Built Environment, and Environment, Earth and Climate Systems. Speakers presented research on topics including sustainable development, public life in post-Mao China, public resource support, heritage and hospitals, environmental ethics, Antarctic policy, climate systems, coastal resilience, 6G, nuclear energy, and critical minerals.

On Tuesday 23 June, the forum continued with sessions on Systems and Technology, and Culture and History. Presentations explored satellite data and water management, computer vision, brain-computer interfaces, cultural change in China, social sustainability, and early globalisation in East Asian history. The forum concluded with closing remarks, followed by lunch and a city tour for the University of Macau delegation.

Alongside the academic programme, the University of Macau delegation enjoyed a memorable visit to Cambridge. Their time in the city included a truly Cambridge experience, with punting, Jack’s Gelato, and lovely tours and walks around Cambridge’s historic streets and riverside spaces.

The forum closed with a warm sense of shared purpose and friendship, and with renewed enthusiasm for the continuing academic exchange between Clare Hall and the University of Macau.

We look forward to following the continued collaboration between Clare Hall and the University of Macau for years to come.

A warm thanks to Jeremy Peters for the photos.