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Over 70 Hopeful Startups Primed for Hong Kong Mega Event of EPiC 2024 Grand Finale

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

This year, HKSTP has handpicked a star judging panel of leading figures from the Hong Kong innovation scene to determine the winners at EPiC 2024.

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  • This year, HKSTP has handpicked a star judging panel of leading figures from the Hong Kong innovation scene to determine the winners at EPiC 2024.
  • The current Grand Finale final judges include:
    Ar Donald Choi, JP, Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer, Chinachem Group;
    Jonathan Chiu, Hong Kong President, Schneider Electric (Hong Kong) Limited.
  • Photo 1: HKSTP successfully completed regional Elevator Pitch Competition 2024 (EPiC) Hong Kong Semi-final on 29 February 2024, with 12 of the Hong Kong's brightest innovators selected to participate in EPiC 2024 Grand Finale on 26 April 2024.
  • Photo 2: HKSTP successfully completed regional Elevator Pitch Competition 2024 (EPiC) Stuttgart Semi-final on 4-5 March 2024, with 20 of the European brightest innovators selected to participate in EPiC 2024 Grand Finale on 26 April 2024.

Fosun International Receives "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" from Bloomberg Businessweek/Chinese Edition

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Fosun International has garnered the "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" in the Category I - Market capitalization over HK$20 billion.

Key Points: 
  • Fosun International has garnered the "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" in the Category I - Market capitalization over HK$20 billion.
  • This year, Fosun International was accredited with the "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" in the Category I - Market capitalization over HK$20 billion by Bloomberg Businessweek/Chinese Edition, representing the market's recognition of Fosun International in environmental, social, corporate governance (ESG), corporate sustainability, and information disclosure, etc.
  • Fosun International received an MSCI ESG rating of AA and was the only conglomerate in Greater China with such rating.
  • Fosun International was included in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2023 (China Edition) and recognized as an "Industry Mover" by S&P Global.

Fosun International Wins "Best in ESG Practices" and "Best in ESG Report" at TVB ESG Awards 2023

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Friday, November 17, 2023

HONG KONG, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On 9 November 2023, the TVB ESG Awards 2023 (the "Awards"), organized by Television Broadcasts Limited ("TVB") was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On 9 November 2023, the TVB ESG Awards 2023 (the "Awards"), organized by Television Broadcasts Limited ("TVB") was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center.
  • Fosun International was honored with "Best in ESG Practices" and "Best in ESG Report" at the Awards.
  • TVB pointed out that Fosun International is a deserving winner of the "Best in ESG Practices" and "Best in ESG Report".
  • In addition, Fosun International ESG Report not only demonstrated Fosun's business-focused strategy, it also well elaborated how Fosun has been adhering to the original aspiration of "Contribution to Society".

Fosun International Awarded "Excellent ESG Enterprise of 2022-2023" by Hong Kong Economic Times

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

HONG KONG, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On 31 October 2023, Hong Kong Economic Times (HKET), a Chinese financial newspaper in Hong Kong, held the "Excellent ESG Recognition Scheme" awards ceremony.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On 31 October 2023, Hong Kong Economic Times (HKET), a Chinese financial newspaper in Hong Kong, held the "Excellent ESG Recognition Scheme" awards ceremony.
  • Fosun International was awarded the "Excellent ESG Enterprise of 2022-2023" by HKET, in recognition of the company's performance in environmental, social, governance and sustainable development, which has been recognized by the market.
  • HKET pointed out that Fosun International is a deserving winner of the "Excellent ESG Enterprise of 2022-2023".
  • Fosun International received an AA MSCI ESG rating and was the only conglomerate in Greater China with such rating.

Fosun International has been awarded the "ESG Benchmark Awards"

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Fosun International was awarded the "ESG Benchmark Awards" Silver Award in recognition of its efforts and outstanding performances in the environmental protection, social responsibility, and corporate governance aspects.

Key Points: 
  • Fosun International was awarded the "ESG Benchmark Awards" Silver Award in recognition of its efforts and outstanding performances in the environmental protection, social responsibility, and corporate governance aspects.
  • The Awards aims at recognising excellent enterprises and organisations which dedicated in promoting sustainable development, fulfilling social responsibilities and delivering excellent corporate governance.
  • Presently, Fosun International is the only conglomerate in Greater China rated AA by MSCI ESG Ratings.
  • While developing its businesses, Fosun emphasises the use of ESG criteria to assess its own sustainable development capability and level.

Fosun International Awarded "ESG Achievement Programme 2023" Logo and Certificate of Appreciation by Hong Kong Economic Journal

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Monday, August 21, 2023

HONG KONG, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong's first Chinese financial newspaper, Hong Kong Economic Journal (HKEJ) announced the list of companies with outstanding ESG performance on 18 August.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong's first Chinese financial newspaper, Hong Kong Economic Journal (HKEJ) announced the list of companies with outstanding ESG performance on 18 August.
  • Fosun International was awarded the "ESG Achievement Programme 2023" logo and certificate of appreciation by HKEJ, in recognition of the company's performance in environmental, social, governance and sustainable development, which has been recognized by the market.
  • Driven by this trend, many Hong Kong companies have pledged to promote sustainable development and closely follow the pace of multinational corporations in terms of ESG.
  • Among them, many well-known Hong Kong companies have been actively promoting sustainable development, and continue to publicize their innovative ideas and practical plans to the market.

ESG reporting: Hang Seng companies have transparency shortcomings

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

With a rate of 97 percent, a generally high level of willingness exists among Hang Seng Index companies to base their non-financial reporting on a standard international framework.

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  • With a rate of 97 percent, a generally high level of willingness exists among Hang Seng Index companies to base their non-financial reporting on a standard international framework.
  • However, Hang Seng companies are less likely to address socioeconomic or political conditions (75 percent and 54 percent respectively).
  • The relevant topics of Environment, Social and Governance are covered by a majority of Hang Seng companies in their non-financial reports.
  • "However, an enormous amount of work will be required for Hang Seng companies to ensure that their reports can contribute to sustainable change through transparency."

Fosun International Receives "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" and "ESG Leading Social Initiative Award" from Bloomberg Businessweek/Chinese Edition

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Fosun International has garnered the "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" in the Category I - Market capitalization over HK$20 billion and the "ESG Leading Social Initiative Award".

Key Points: 
  • Fosun International has garnered the "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" in the Category I - Market capitalization over HK$20 billion and the "ESG Leading Social Initiative Award".
  • This year, Fosun International was accredited with the "ESG Leading Enterprise Award" in the Category I - Market capitalization over HK$20 billion by Bloomberg Businessweek/Chinese Edition, representing the market's recognition of Fosun International in environmental, social, corporate governance (ESG), corporate sustainability, and information disclosure, etc.
  • As a globalized company rooted in China, Fosun takes initiatives to create business value and gives high priorities to corporate social responsibility.
  • Fosun International has also established an ESG Management Committee as well as an ESG Executive Committee to promote the effective implementation of ESG strategies and initiatives.

Leading Northern Ireland Convenience Retailer The Henderson Group Selects GLORY CASHINFINITYTM Solutions As Key Enabler for Store Transformation Programme

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022

The company is currently undertaking a 30 million store transformation programme across their estate to further enhance the customer experience they deliver.

Key Points: 
  • The company is currently undertaking a 30 million store transformation programme across their estate to further enhance the customer experience they deliver.
  • Removing the need for store employees to handle cash reduces stress, eliminates errors and significantly accelerates end of day reconciliation.
  • This extension to the relationship demonstrates Hendersons trust in Glorys CASHINFINITYTM solutions and underlines them as an essential component of the retailers store strategy.
  • The Group also owns the ViVO franchise, another brand of convenience store, which caters for the needs of communities across Northern Ireland.

NYPPEX Issues Warning About Investment Risk in China Private Equity

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Thursday, September 23, 2021

NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --NYPPEX, one of the world's leading providers of secondary private equity liquidity, today issued a warning about investment risk in China private equity investments.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --NYPPEX, one of the world's leading providers of secondary private equity liquidity, today issued a warning about investment risk in China private equity investments.
  • NYPPEX believes the recent declines in Chinese stocks will cause greater risk for private investments in Chinese private companies and private equity funds.
  • NYPPEX believes this is an opportune time for investors and funds to evaluate their exposure and portfolio allocations to investments in China private equity.
  • Its clients include alternative investment funds, financial institutions, endowments, foundations, institutional investors, family offices, private clients and their respective advisors worldwide.