Chinese University of Hong Kong vice-president ‘resigns’ after less than a year

Kenneth Chen Wei-on has resigned as vice-president of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), less than a year after his appointment, the Post has learned.

Chen was appointed to a three-year term from September last year, replacing Eric Ng Shu-pui who was abruptly dismissed after signing a petition opposing a Legislative Council bill to reduce the size of the university’s council.

Two insiders at CUHK told the Post about Chen’s resignation and said he would leave his role in September. The Post has approached the university and Chen.

Chen’s responsibilities included administration and overseeing infrastructure development.

In a statement last year, the university expressed confidence that Chen would help “elevate the university’s international reputation, promote sustainable development and achieve institutional excellence”.

Upon his appointment, Chen said he was confident that he could work closely with members of the university “in the common goal of furthering the development of this renowned educational institution”.