Expert Roundtable on
Strengthening COVID-19 Vaccination in Hong Kong
31 March 2026
Organised by HKCMA
Sponsored by Moderna
Introduction
HKCMA organised this roundtable to bring together leading clinicians and public health experts to review the current status of COVID-19 vaccination in Hong Kong and identify strategies to support and strengthen the government’s vaccination programme and uptake among vulnerable, high-risk populations, where the majority of the burden lies.
Participants
| Name | Specialty | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Jane Chan | Specialist in Respiratory Medicine | President of HKCMA (chair) |
| Dr Chris Hui | Specialist in Respiratory Medicine | Vice-president of HKCMA (chair) |
| Prof Ivan Hung | Specialist in Infectious Diseases | Speaker |
| Dr Mike Kwan | Specialist in Paediatrics | Speaker |
| Prof Martin Wong | Specialist in Family Medicine | Speaker |
| Prof So Ho | Specialist in Rheumatology | Attendee |
| Dr Godwin Leung | Specialist in Cardiology, Immediate Past President of the Hong Kong College of Cardiology | Attendee |
| Prof David Lui | Specialist in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism | Attendee |
| Dr Stanley Tam | Specialist in Geriatrics, President of the Hong Kong Geriatrics Society | Attendee |
Programme Rundown
| Time | Title | Lead/Participant |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30-7:45 | Welcome, introduction and objectives of meeting | Dr Jane Chan |
| 7:45-8:15 | Evidence review – Current status of COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination in Hong Kong: | |
| Impact of COVID-19 on chronic disease patients | Prof Ivan Hung | |
| Vaccination effectiveness and safety updates | Dr Mike Kwan | |
| Attitudes and challenges of COVID vaccination in Hong Kong | Prof Martin Wong | |
| 8:15-9:10 | Expert discussion: | All, led by Dr Jane Chan and Dr Chris Hui |
| Challenges for COVID-19 vaccination programme | ||
| Learnings and best practice from other countries / regions | ||
| Practical ways to strengthen COVID-19 vaccination programme in vulnerable populations | ||
| 9:10-9:25 | Confirmation of key focus areas to strengthen COVID-19 vaccination programme in HK | |
| 9:25-9:30 | Closing | Dr Jane Chan |
Meeting Outcome
The meeting addressed the latest epidemiology and burden of COVID-19 and reviewed evidence on vaccine effectiveness and safety and insights into knowledge and attitudes around COVID-19 vaccination. It also included a focused discussion session to gather expert insights and develop practical, evidence-based recommendations to enhance accessibility and increase vaccine uptake among vulnerable populations.