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Hong Kong employee training hours surge amid AI adoption

Employee training hours in Hong Kong have reached a 14-year high, with an average of 19.4 hours per staff member in 2025. This increase is largely driven by companies prioritizing artificial intelligence and soft skills development. The Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management's survey indicates that mastering generative AI is now the second highest priority for employers in 2026, following leadership development. AI

IMPACT Highlights the growing importance of AI skills and training within the Hong Kong workforce.

RANK_REASON Article discusses a trend in employee training hours and priorities, not a core AI release or significant industry event.

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Hong Kong employee training hours surge amid AI adoption

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Kate Chan ·

    Employee training hours in Hong Kong hit 14-year high amid AI push: survey

    Average training hours per employee in Hong Kong hit a 14-year high as local companies pushed for technology adoption and workforce upskilling, a new survey released on Friday showed. According to the 2025-26 survey on workforce development needs conducted by the Hong Kong Instit…