Hong Kong seeks to host 2030 International Congress of Mathematicians as China's math prowess grows

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Hong Kong is bidding to host the 2030 International Congress of Mathematicians, a move seen as a significant moment for Chinese mathematics. The bid coincides with China narrowing the mathematics gap with the US. An inspection delegation from the International Mathematical Union visited candidate cities in February, with a decision expected July 21. The Hong Kong Mathematical Society, with support from the Chinese Mathematical Society, launched the bid. The IMU delegation was reportedly impressed by their visit.


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