Dr Leung announces, "Together with fellow Council members and the Institute's Management, we will focus on developing quality teachers who will make a difference to the younger generations of Hong Kong."

Dr Thomas Leung Kwok-fai, JP, who has served on the HKIEd Council since its establishment in 1994 as member and Deputy Chairman, has been appointed Council Chairman for a three-year term with effect from 25 April 2003.

The President, Professor Paul Morris welcomed Dr Leung's appointment, "We are confident that Dr Leung will provide strategic leadership to the HKIEd during this crucial time when we are seeking institutional upgrading, and striving to meet the many challenges in the fast changing educational landscape."

Dr Leung is the Chairman of Vision in Business Consulting Ltd. In addition to his leading position in human resources and organisational management in Asia, Dr Leung is also renowned for his enthusiasm and achievement in public service. He served on the Hong Kong Government's Central Policy Unit from 1992 to 1994, and was a member of the Public Service Commission, the Independent Commission on Remuneration for Members of the Executive Council and the Legislative Council of the HKSAR and the Barristers' Disciplinary Tribunal Panel. He has also served on the councils of two local universities.