WORLDSCMP CHINA
Why are Hong Kong, mainland China universities gaining ground in global rankings?
Hong Kong and mainland China universities have risen in global rankings over the past five years, while over 70% of US institutions declined. A South China Morning Post analysis attributes this shift to growing excellence in Asian higher education, with Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) noting the trend reflects a global diversification of academic leadership.
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