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Swire Properties’ Taikoo Place Embraces Workplace Wellness with an Indoor Golf Tournament and 8-Hour Charity Spin Exclusively Designed for Tenants

Hong Kong cycling legend Wong Kam-po supported and 18 tenant companies of Taikoo Place took part in the two corporate events, raising HK$508,519 for Laureus Sport for Good Foundation to empower young people

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 28 November 2022 – Global businesses have been shifting towards “flight-to-quality” to pursue smart and future-ready options in planning. The office market is no exception, with workplaces being expected to support business developments as well as talents’ wellbeing. With the long-term Placemaking approach to designing office communities, Swire Properties is well positioned to provide sustainable workspaces fit for the future. From curating public art, providing community cultural programmes to organising wellness-focused tenant engagement initiatives, tenants at Taikoo Place are well supported to embrace work-life balance.

This month, as the finale of this year’s “+UP! Better Living Pop-ups” programme, Taikoo Place hosted two wellness-inspired tenant engagement events at ArtisTree – the inaugural “Corporate Wellness Challenge: Indoor Golf Tournament” on 10-11 November, and the ever-popular “Corporate Wellness Challenge: 8-Hour Charity Spin” today, which was honourably graced by the presence of Mr. Wong Kam-po, Hong Kong cycling legend and ambassador of Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, who officiated at the ceremony.

Not only did the events promote personal wellbeing at work, but also raised money for the international charity, Laureus Sport for Good Foundation which was founded under the patronage of Nelson Mandela to improve mental health and wellbeing of young people in Hong Kong through sports and physical activities. The events received overwhelming responses from more than 350 tenant-athletes from 18 tenant companies, raising HK$508,519, of which HK$350,000 was donated by Swire Properties. Prizes in different categories including the highest fundraising team award were also given out to recognize and encourage sportsmanship and generosity.

Robbie McRobbie, representative of Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, said: “Sport has the power to change, inspire and unite people. The charity partnership with Swire Properties allows Laureus to keep giving back to Hong Kong and improving young people’s lives through sports.”

Wong Kam-po, ambassador of Laureus Sport for Good Foundation and Hong Kong’s first World Champion cyclist, said: “Cycling requires determination and a never give up spirit, and these are some of the mottos that keep me going in the sport that I love. We are delighted that Swire Properties organised this meaningful event to raise money for charity by harnessing the power of sport. We hope the general public will continue to support the charitable work that Laureus Sport for Good does in improving and supporting young people’s mental health and well-being.”

Priscilla Li, General Manager of Taikoo Place, Swire Properties, said: “We’re proud to host meaningful tenant engagement events that help to nurture the wellness of the greater Taikoo Place community whilst be able to also contribute for a good cause. The future of way of work is dynamic and fast-moving. And these fantastic events are some of the best examples showcasing our continuous commitment to Placemaking, which set us apart in providing unrivalled beyond-the-office experiences in Hong Kong.”

Embrace a sustainable workplace wellbeing

Held on 10 – 11 November, the inaugural “Corporate Wellness Challenge: Indoor Golf Tournament” at ArtisTree had attracted golf lovers from companies based in Taikoo Place who formed corporate teams to compete with each other in a friendly 9-hole golf scramble.

This was followed by the ever-popular “Corporate Wellness Challenge: 8-Hour Charity Spin” taking place today, where riders formed corporate teams to complete an eight-hour non-stop endurance “spinathon” on stationary professional road bikes under an energetic setting in ArtisTree.

Hashtag: #SwireProperties #TaikooPlace

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About ArtisTree

Touring exhibitions, unique dance performances, intimate concerts, exclusive Open Rehearsal Series, multi-disciplinary arts festivals – and more. At ArtisTree, the possibilities are endless. Swire Properties’ commitment to supporting Hong Kong’s arts and culture scene saw the introduction of ArtisTree to Taikoo Place in 2008. Relocated to its new home in June 2017, ArtisTree is equipped with theatre-standard lighting and professional audio-visual technologies, allowing the multipurpose venue to welcome a host of innovative artforms, becoming centrestage for experimental productions and a platform for artistic expression for both local and international talent. ArtisTree also serves as the perfect venue for tenant engagement programmes, corporate and commercial events.

About Taikoo Place

Recognised as one of Hong Kong’s best-planned business hubs, Swire Properties’ Taikoo Place is home to over 300 multinational corporations, including many Fortune 500 companies. The first business hub in Hong Kong to be fully equipped with the 5G network, the portfolio houses more than 35,000 office workers, offering over 7 million sq ft. It comprises a network of ten office towers including One Taikoo Place – the first commercial building in Hong Kong to obtain a triple Platinum rating (WELL, BEAM Plus and LEED Final Platinum certification), and Two Taikoo Place, completed in September 2022. Two Taikoo Place is the first building in Hong Kong to be awarded “Platinum” certifications for both WiredScore and SmartScore. A wide range of business and leisure amenities are situated within the area, including multipurpose venue ArtisTree, the flexible workspace Blueprint, the private members’ club The Refinery, the landscaped garden Taikoo Park, and a variety of restaurants and cafes. Within a five-minute walking distance are the shopping mall Cityplaza, lifestyle hotel EAST Hong Kong, and EAST Residences.

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About Swire Properties

Swire Properties develops and manages commercial, retail, hotel and residential properties, with a particular focus on mixed-use developments in prime locations at major mass transportation intersections. Swire Properties is listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong and its investment portfolio in Hong Kong comprises Taikoo Place, Pacific Place, Cityplaza and Citygate. The Company’s completed portfolio in Hong Kong comprises approximately 15.8 million sq ft (approximately 1.5 million sqm) of space.

In the Chinese Mainland, Swire Properties has six completed projects in operation in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Chengdu – predominately retail-led mixed-use developments. They include Taikoo Li Sanlitun and INDIGO in Beijing, HKRI Taikoo Hui and Taikoo Li Qiantan in Shanghai, Taikoo Hui Guangzhou and Sino-Ocean Taikoo Li Chengdu. INDIGO Phase Two in Beijing and Taikoo Li Xi’an are currently under development. The Company’s completed portfolio in the Chinese Mainland comprises approximately 14 million sq ft (approximately 1.3 million sqm) of space.

In addition to Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland, the Company has investments in the United States, Indonesia and Vietnam.

2022 is Swire Properties’ 50th anniversary. Throughout the year, the Company will be celebrating its achievements and the core values that have underpinned its success, over the past five decades, under the theme of “ORIGINAL. ALWAYS”. “ORIGINAL” captures Swire Properties’ forward-looking and innovative spirit, and “ALWAYS” refers to the Company’s long-term commitment and trusted reputation. A range of special events and campaigns will be launched to celebrate this milestone.

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MRC Council Acts to Strengthen Regional Cooperation, Protection of Mekong

The governing body of the Mekong River Commission last week approved a pair of major initiatives aimed at better coordinating and improving region-wide efforts to monitor and safeguard the health of Southeast Asia’s largest, most vital waterway.

Full Steam Ahead: C-Pop Star Tia Lee’s “GOODBYE PRINCESS” Animation Series Continues Turning Heads

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Media OutReach – 28 November 2022 – Following the premiere of the first episode of her animation series “GOODBYE PRINCESS“, global C-Pop star Tia Lee Yu Fen expressed her gratitude and appreciation for all the support she has received as her video views approach a record breaking 100 million. Since the first episode’s release on 11 November, the Asian pop singer, actress and fashion icon is eagerly anticipating the response to the second episode, “Stuck in Time”, which was unveiled on 15 November.


At the end of the first episode, the mermaid is seen sinking to the bottom of the ocean surrounded by an orb of light. She is then rescued and placed in the gentle care of a special fairy. Having transformed into a princess, she now finds herself travelling in a magical carriage to a magical palace with dazzling lights. Along the way, she tries on elegant dresses given to her by the fairy and enjoys revelling in the spotlight. But, once the light begins to dim, she discovers that the palace is disappearing over the horizon, and the carriage is moving in circles with no intended destination. Just as the clock strikes midnight, the princess takes a courageous leap of faith and jumps out of the carriage to escape. She runs into an uncertain future. Upon doing so, one of her shoes falls off and gets left behind.

The poster for episode 2 showcased many hidden easter eggs, including:

  1. The carriage appears to be transporting the princess to a brighter future, but on closer observation, it is actually a prison cell.
  2. The dresses worn by the princess are, in fact dresses Tia has worn throughout her modelling career.
  3. Beyond the dazzling lights that the princess yearns for lies a blurry castle. What secrets does the castle hold and how does it relate to “GOODBYE PRINCESS”?

Released with the second episode was another set of stunning motion and still images, along with an in-depth feature on Tia Lee Yu Fen from Vogue Hong Kong.

With so many questions unanswered, discover what fate awaits the princess in episode 3, which was released on 18 November.

Tia Lee Yu Fen Official Channels:
Instagram @leeyufen: https://www.instagram.com/leeyufen/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tialeeofficial/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeyufentialee/
Weibo: https://weibo.com/u/1396928042/

Hashtag: #TiaLee

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Laos and Vietnam Military Hospitals Sign Contract on Medical Cooperation

103 Military Hospital of the Lao People’s Army

The 108 Military Central Hospital in Vietnam will offer training to doctors from the 103 Military Hospital of the Lao People’s Army in 2023 in the field of bronchoscopy, lobectomy, cardiology, resuscitation and echocardiography.

Tia Lee Yu Fen Releases Second Part of “GOODBYE PRINCESS” Animation Series, Thanks Fans For Roaring Success of First Episode

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach – 28 November 2022 – Grateful for the overwhelmingly positive response to the first episode of “GOODBYE PRINCESS“, Tia Lee Yu Fen released the second part of the animation series “Stuck in Time” on 15 November. The first episode has been viewed over 28 million times since it was uploaded on 11 November and is now closing in on 100 million views, marking a record-breaking feat for the global C-Pop sensation.

The second instalment starts with the mermaid transforming into a princess, and being taken in a magical carriage to a palace surrounded by bright, colourful lights. Enroute, she excitedly tries on multiple dresses. But, as the lights start to fade, she is dispirited to see the palace disappearing into the distance and the carriage travelling in an endless circle. As midnight approaches, the princess leaps out of the carriage and runs towards an uncertain future. In the process of doing so, one of her shoes falls off and is left in the carriage.

What will happen to the princess? What twists and turns await ahead? Find out the secrets in the third episode of Tia Lee’s thrilling animation seriesGOODBYE PRINCESS“, which was unveiled on 18 November.

A set of stunning motion and still images were also released together with a Vogue Hong Kong feature about Tia Lee Yu Fen that connects the animated video back to real life. Let Tia takes you to join her magical journey.

Official press materials:

“GOODBYE PRINCESS” Animation Episode 2:
https://youtu.be/ekd8qTMrWvo

“GOODBYE PRINCESS” Episode 2 Poster:
https://www.instagram.com/p/ClAz7n_vB5J/
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=679718756854682&set=a.231904644969431

“GOODBYE PRINCESS” Episode 2 Still Image:
https://www.instagram.com/p/ClDY7grvRid/
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=683410633152161&set=a.231904644969431

“GOODBYE PRINCESS” Episode 2 Motion Image:
https://youtu.be/z-6f0WuL7Vs

Hashtag: #TiaLee

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About Tia Lee Yu Fen:

Tia Lee Yu Fen, born in Taipei, is an Asian pop singer, film and television actress, model, and former member of the girl band Dream Girls who has also graced the cover of fashion, beauty and lifestyle magazines such as Vogue Hong Kong. Tia Lee also shares her beauty and fashion tips through a number of Vogue’s social media channels.

Tia Lee Yu Fen’s 2022 return hots up with animation release and Vogue cover feature

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 28 November 2022 -The hype around Tia Lee Yu Fen’s much-awaited return in 2022 ascended to a new level after the first episode of her mesmerising animation series was released on 11 November. Garnering over 13.65 million views in the first 72 hours, the first of the six-episode series continued to generate excitement leading up to her soon-to-be-released new single “GOODBYE PRINCESS“. In the time that has elapsed, the global C-Pop star’s video views have skyrocketed, edging closer to the record breaking 100 million mark.

The opening episode – Falling in the Deep – follows the journey of a mermaid who swims through a television at the bottom of the ocean. Tia Lee subsequently metamorphoses and can no longer swim as her tail has transformed into legs. Sinking deeper into the ocean, she is surrounded by an orb of light – the true meaning of which was revealed in the second episode of Tia Lee’s animation series, which was released on her YouTube Channel on 15 November.

Accompanying the premiere of the first episode was a poster released on 12 November that explained the underlying messages:

    1. The television set symbolises the start of Tia’s journey into the entertainment and fashion scene;
    2. The kaleidoscope reflects imaginations and temptations. The kaleidoscope also hides some easter eggs of Tia’s actual appearances and looks when she first joined the industry;
    3. The mermaid losing her tail reflects her helplessness upon realising the true nature of show business.

A series of motion and still images were taken showing Tia underwater in a shimmering green couture dress. This marked a major achievement for Tia in overcoming a huge personal challenge – her fear of water.

To drum up more excitement about her 2022 return, Vogue Hong Kong did an in-depth interview with Tia Lee and unveiled a Digital Cover centred around “The Voice”.

Official press materials:
“GOODBYE PRINCESS” Animation Episode 1:
https://youtu.be/w8nG_R7fm20

“GOODBYE PRINCESS” Episode 1 Poster:
https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck2gvCOvfbA/
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=679156036910954&set=a.231904644969431(for downloading)

“GOODBYE PRINCESS” Episode 1 Still Image:
https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck7qmJFvrJ-
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=681898139970077&set=a.231904644969431 (for downloading)

“GOODBYE PRINCESS” Episode 1 Motion Image:
https://youtu.be/LNPmgPNA8aQ

Hashtag: #TiaLee

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Ensign InfoSecurity Partners Offensive Security to Boost Cybersecurity Training and Industry Ecosystem in Singapore 

Ensign is cybersecurity training provider Offensive Security’s first-ever Platinum Learning Partner in the Asia Pacific region 

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 28 November 2022 – Ensign InfoSecurity (Ensign), Asia’s largest pure-play end-to-end cybersecurity services provider and Offensive Security (OffSec), the leading provider of hands-on cybersecurity training and certification, today announced that Ensign is OffSec’s first-ever Platinum Learning Partner in the Asia Pacific region. Ensign will be working with OffSec to offer hands-on, instructor-led cybersecurity training courses to industry-wide trainees to raise cybersecurity competency in the face of a dynamic and ever-evolving cyber threat.

Ensign will kick off by providing live instructor-led bootcamps for the Penetration Testing with Kali Linux (PEN-200) in early 2023 before offering other OffSec courses as part of this partnership.

Penetration tests employ a set of automated and manual interventions to identify vulnerabilities in any applications and systems. Such tests are necessary in an increasingly digitalised world to identify gaps so that remediation can be applied before an actual malicious actor can exploit them. The skills and knowledge required to perform such tests require penetration testers to be well versed in a variety of domains and draw widely from industry experience to ensure that vulnerabilities are discovered in a timely and comprehensive manner. Penetration testers will need skills and knowledge from various domains such as networks and cloud, and understand attacker’s TTPs (Tactics, Techniques and Procedures).

There are also plans to offer more advanced workshops with global experts and industry-relevant training. These will serve to boost the cybersecurity industry ecosystem by providing more platforms for professional exchange and cross learning.

“We are excited to be working with globally renowned cybersecurity training provider Offensive Security to heighten the level of cybersecurity expertise and provide a boost to the industry ecosystem here in Singapore,” said Chua Zong Fu, Head of Consulting at Ensign InfoSecurity. “Amid a complex cyber threat environment with increasingly sophisticated threat actors, penetration testing has become a necessity for organisations to perform before they connect to the Internet. The local ecosystem does not have enough skilled workforce to meet the market’s demand. With this program, we hope to be able to share our experience and provide locally accessible trainers to meet the cybersecurity needs in the region.”

“We are thrilled to be partnering with Ensign InfoSecurity to provide high-quality live courses to trainees in Singapore,” said David Zhao, Head of APAC, Offensive Security. “We are confident that Ensign’s deep level of cybersecurity expertise and regional network across Singapore and the wider Asia Pacific region makes it a well-placed partner to offer these training services. We look forward to extending our partnership to offer more courses in time to come.”

Hashtag: #EnsignInfoSecurity

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About Ensign InfoSecurity 

Ensign InfoSecurity is the largest, pure-play end-to-end cybersecurity service provider in Asia. Headquartered in Singapore, Ensign offers bespoke solutions and services to address their clients’ cybersecurity needs. Their core competencies are in the provision of cybersecurity advisory and assurance services, architecture design and systems integration services, and managed security services for advanced threat detection, threat hunting, and incident response. Underpinning these competencies is in-house research and development in cybersecurity. Ensign has two decades of proven track record as a trusted and relevant service provider, serving clients from the public and private sectors in the Asia Pacific region.

Ensign InfoSecurity is ranked 6th in a worldwide survey of MSSPs (Managed Security Services Providers). The MSSP Alert Top 250 MSSPs list and research, identify and honour the top MSSPs worldwide by tracking the MSSP’s market’s ongoing growth and evolution.

For more information, visit , email

About Offensive Security

Offensive Security is the leading provider of continuous workforce development, training, and education for cybersecurity professionals. Created by the community for the community, Offensive Security’s one-of-a-kind mix of practical, hands-on training and certification programs, virtual labs, and open-source projects provide practitioners with the highly desired offensive skills to get a job, advance their careers and better protect their organizations.

Offensive Security is committed to funding and growing Kali Linux, the leading operating system for penetration testing, ethical hacking, and network security assessments.

For more information, visit and follow @offsectraining and .

Tia Lee Yu Fen marks 2022 return with blockbuster first episode of animation series

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 28 November 2022 -Tia Lee Yu Fen, global C-Pop star, returned with a bang in 2022 as she released the first episode of her captivating animation series – “GOODBYE PRINCESS” which attained a record breaking 13.65 million views in the first three days. Since then, all videos have accumulated nearly 100 million views.

The first animation episode, “Falling in the Deep“, was released on 11 November and showcased a carefree mermaid swimming happily in a calm ocean and finding an old television set on the seabed. The television serves as the entrance to a tunnel transcending time and space. Mesmerised by the bright lights, she swims into the tunnel’s kaleidoscope of imagination and temptation before realising that her tail has transformed into legs. Now unable to swim, the mermaid sinks deeper into the ocean and is enclosed in a beam of light. Will this beam of light prove to be the mermaid’s saviour or serve as a portent of troubles to follow? What will she encounter next? Find out in episode 2 of Tia Lee’s gripping animation series, which was released on 15 November on Tia’s YouTube Channel.

The series is a fascinating blend of music, videography and animation and will build up to the release of her highly-anticipated new song “GOODBYE PRINCESS“. Each episode revolves around a classic fictional “princess” and builds an eye-opening insight into Tia’s personal experiences in the entertainment and fashion industries. It also showcases Tia’s determination to unburden herself from certain stereotypes and take control of her own destiny.

Today, Vogue Hong Kong conducted an in-depth interview with Tia Lee and published a Digital Cover centred around “The Voice” to give fans a sneak peek into her impending return and unwavering commitment to female empowerment.

Tia Lee Yu Fen Official Channels:
Instagram @leeyufen: https://www.instagram.com/leeyufen/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tialeeofficial/

Hashtag: #TiaLee

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