Following his receipt of the Social Sciences Outstanding Research Output Award for Basic Research (2024-2025), Professor Enze Han has recently been honoured with The University of Hong Kong Research Output Prize (2024-25), representing the Faculty of Social Sciences.

The Research Output Prize (ROP) is a Faculty-based award to honour the best research output from each Faculty.  This year, ten Research Output Prizes are conferred on the authors by the Faculties.  Please refer to the Research Services homepage at https://www.rss.hku.hk/honours-awards/internal-awards/rop-winners for details.

Professor Han’s acclaimed book, The Ripple Effect: China’s Complex Presence in Southeast Asia (2024, Oxford University Press), offers a nuanced analysis of China’s multifaceted role in the region. Moving beyond a simplistic focus on the Chinese state, the book emphasizes the influence of non-state actors—including private businesses and migrants—who significantly shape perceptions of China in Southeast Asia. It also explores the intricate dynamics and challenges involved in these interactions.

Let us give Professor Han a round of applause for his pursuit of excellence, quality, and impact in his research endeavours.