Former Deputy Prime Minister of Laos, Somsavat Lengsavad led a delegation from Laos to attend the China-ASEAN High Level Think Tank Forum on Saturday.
HKU microbiology researchers collaborating with vaccine manufacturers and governments for urgent development of new vaccines against Omicron
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 13 December 2021 – After successfully isolating the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant from clinical specimens, researchers at the Department of Microbiology at The University of Hong Kong (HKU) are now collaborating with governments and vaccine manufacturers in order to quickly advance the development and production of vaccines against the variant.
The team said it is willing to share its findings with any qualified organisation that is working to develop Omicron vaccines or treatments.
HKU is also working with overseas research institutes to export to them the virus isolate for research purposes.
The HKU research team was the first known group in Asia to isolate the Omicron variant, which has been designated as a “variant of concern” by the World Health Organization (WHO) and is fast spreading throughout the world.
Today, the HKU microbiology team announced that it has exported the isolated virus to both the Chinese Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Chinese-based vaccine manufacturers, Sinovac Life Sciences Co., Ltd. and China National Biotec Group Company Limited (ChinaPharm) for research on the variant and the development of vaccines targeting Omicron.
HKU is also making plans to export the virus isolate to a leading US organization at its request. “We are open and ready to share the isolate with anyone who needs it and has the expertise to work with it,” said Professor Kwok-yung Yuen, HKU microbiologist and leader of the research team.
In addition to vaccine production, the virus isolate will also be used in research on the transmissibility, immune evasion capability, and pathogenicity in animal models, and could also be used to test the efficacy of existing vaccines and treatments, said Professor Yuen.
The HKU microbiologists succeeded in isolating the variant on 29 November, just four days after the first two Omicron cases were confirmed in Hong Kong on 25 November, and five days after the variant was first reported to the WHO. The WHO designated the variant, initially identified as B.1.1.529 a variant of concern, and named it Omicron on 26 November.
“It is our duty to get this isolate into the hands of scientists around the globe as quickly as possible,” said Professor Max Shen, Vice President (Research) and Acting Director of the Technology Transfer Office at HKU. “We must work together to diminish the damaging effect of the Omicron variant on the global population, to promote global health and socio-economic recovery.” Professor Shen added.
Omicron variants have since been reported from around the world and spread to 57 nations and territories as of 9 December.
Governments around the world have since imposed strict travel bans and heightened surveillance in an effort to slow the advance of Omicron, with many hoping for the quick development of a new and effective vaccine.
Separately, the research team at the microbiology department is also working with China-based Wantai Biological Pharmacy for the development of an intranasal vaccine for COVID-19. A phase two clinical trial of the vaccine in Hong Kong and a phase three trial in South Africa and the Philippines will soon commence.
Other leaders of the research team include Professor Honglin Chen and Professor Kelvin To, head of the Department of Microbiology.
Virus isolation and incubation were conducted at the biosafety level 3 laboratory (P3 laboratory) of HKU, following standard operating procedures. The university currently has the only P3 laboratory in Hong Kong.
About Professor Yuen Kwok-yung
Professor Yuen is currently the Chair of Infectious Diseases of the Department of Microbiology at the University of Hong Kong. He is also the Co-Director of the State Key Laboratory of Emerging Infectious Diseases. His publications on emerging infectious diseases and microbial hunting have received more than 85,000 citations and h-index of 120 (Scopus). He was ranked by Clarivate Analytics as one of the world’s most highly cited researchers and top 1% scholars. He is a member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (Division of Medicine & Health) and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, and a fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology.
He has discovered over 80 novel viruses of which 35 are coronaviruses. During the outbreak of SARS in 2003, he led his team in the discovery of the SARS coronavirus as co-principal investigator. Subsequently he discovered the natural reservoir of bat SARS related coronaviruses, which are predecessors of human SARS-CoV-1 of 2003 and SARS-CoV-2 of 2021, in Chinese horseshoe bats. His findings renewed the interests of bats as the source of novel microbes causing emerging infectious diseases.
The success in finding novel microbes in human and animals is exemplified by his other discoveries of human coronavirus HKU1(still circulating globally as common cold coronavirus), bat coronaviruses HKU2 (related to farm outbreaks of porcine diarrheal disease), HKU4 and HKU5 (related to MERS coronavirus), and HKU15(related to the suspected porcine deltacoronavirus jumping into human in 2021). During the COVID-19 pandemic, he and his team was the first to report in The Lancet on the identification of the first familial cluster of COVID-19, confirming person-to-person transmission of SARS-CoV-2, which led to major policy changes for controlling the pandemic worldwide.
About The University of Hong Kong
Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong (HKU) is the first and oldest institution of higher learning in Hong Kong, China. For over a century, the University has dedicated itself to creating knowledge, providing education, and serving society. Today, HKU is a research-led comprehensive University with 10 faculties and a strong commitment to intellectual freedom, liberty and diversity.
A research-led comprehensive university – 139 of our professors have been ranked as the world’s top 1% scientists by Essential Science Indicators, Thomson Reuters. HKU is ranked 22nd in the world according to QS World University Rankings 2022, with 6 subjects placed amongst the top 20 in the QS by Subject 2021.
HKU students hail from 96 countries, with 60% from outside Hong Kong. For the last 11 years, more than 99.4% of our graduates have received at least one job offer in every consecutive academic year, with many embarking on diverse careers fields such as finance, law, engineering and technology, culture, management. English is the medium of instruction.
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Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum Concludes Successfully with 1,800 Online and In-person Participants
Examines Future Prospects of Digital Entertainment and Brings Innovative Experiences with “Sea”, “Land” and “Air” Elements
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 13 December 2021 – The annual Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum (DELF) concluded successfully at Cyberport yesterday. The three-day DELF 2021 was conducted in a hybrid format of online and in-person participation, generating 130 hours of content, with Digital Entertainment Experience Zones themed under “Sea”, “Land” and “Air” elements respectively. The event drew a total of 1,800 participants from close to 30 countries or regionsand more than 600,000 views online. DELF brought together more than 90 overseas and local speakers who shared their expertise under the theme “Infinity Games – Breaking the Limits of Digital Entertainment”. DELF also staged a series of infinity games, numerous workshops and innovation showcases to allow industry players and the public alike to immerse themselves in the excitement at any time, from anywhere.
Peter Yan, Chief Executive Officer of Cyberport , says, “Following a strong year in terms of number of users gained and profitability in the digital entertainment sector, we are confident in the outlook for the industry. The three-day Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum event and DE*Spark in December is being held in a hybrid format for the first time. In addition to in-depth discussions with various stakeholders on how digital entertainment is breaking through boundaries, we have also set up multiple physical experience zones under various themes on our campus. Through these exciting competitions and innovative demonstrations, these experience zones will allow participants to gain first-hand knowledge on these new experiences brought by digital entertainment. With close to 150 companies, the digital entertainment and esports cluster currently in Cyberport continues to thrive and benefit from our support schemes. We are committed to advancing the industry and facilitating local and international partnerships, to enable players to showcase their achievements to the world and open up new opportunities.”
One of the spotlight events of DELF 2021 is the APRU Esports MetaGame Conference 2021, which was held on the morning session of the second day. The conference gathered top academics and experts from North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, where they discussed digital skills of the future and universities’ role in preparing the next generation of innovators and changemakers, as well as how esports can offer pathways to careers through international collaboration.
A highlight of this conference was the APRU Student Esports Paper Competition and Awards 2021. University students presented on their competition papers under three themes: Business Models for the Esports Industry; Esports for Social Good; and Health/Wellness in Esports. T wo of the winners came from the University of British Columbia, and one from the National University of Singapore . The attendees were also treated to the thrilling excitement of a show match of League of Legends: Wild Rift, which will go on tour in North America and Asia Region.
Sherman S Cheng, Acting Secretary General & Chief Financial Officer of APRU , said, “Cyberport has supported The APRU Esports Followship Program by offering students insights and access to the Esports industry through workshops, internship opportunities and entrepreneurship opportunities. APRU has established its new International University Center, IUC, at Cyberport this February with a grand opening ceremony last month. Together with our members in Hong Kong, the IUC provides an opportunity for all APRU members to work with around 800 start-ups and technology companies here at Cyberport. APRU brings our international network to Cyberport, the digital technology hub of Hong Kong, whereby we aim to take our collaborations to the next level to empower innovative talent and steer the industry forward.”
Since December 2020, Cyberport and APRU have launched a number of new collaboration initiatives to leverage their respective international platforms and networks to promote the development of the esports industry and its talents. These initiatives include the inaugural Esports MetaGame Conference, the first APRU Esports Fellowship Program, and the first APRU Global Tournament, to allow students to build deep connections across the entire esports industry – publishers, league tournaments, and its technological advancement – for greater opportunities to develop their esports skillset and career.
The “Talent Track” breakout session held in the afternoon of the second day featured international and local speakers sharing on talent cultivation topics, including the role of women in gaming, the gamification of STEM education, and the development of educational esports programmes, etc. These topics aimed at grooming new talents to advance the industry.
Another highlight event “2021 FAI Hong Kong Open Drone Racing Championship” was held in the afternoon of the second day. Zhu Jianping, Deputy Head of Sports Section of the Department of Publicity, Cultural and Sports Affairs of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR, Yeung Tak Keung, JP, Commissioner for Sports, Home Affairs Bureau Recreation and Sport Branch, Hon Wong Ting-kwong, GBS, JP, Legislative Council Member, Ronnie Wong, BBS, JP, Honorary Secretary General of Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, Dr Stella Kwan, Chief Corporate Development Officer of Cyberport and Andy Chau, Vice President of the Federation Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) and Chairman of Hong Kong Drone Sports Association were the Guests of Honour of the opening ceremony. Co-organised with HKDSA, this was the first time a FAI recognized drone racing championship took place in Cyberport. It was also the first large-scale official drone racing ranked tournament being held outdoors in Hong Kong. After an exciting race in the night sky of Cyberport, Ho Wing Chi was named the champion of the competition.
The third day of DELF hosted three main events, including Elderly Esports Experience Day by Hong Kong Innovative Technology Development Association (HKITDA) & Rotary Club of Smart Hong Kong (RCSHK), FIFA Tournament by Government Information Technology Professionals Association (GITPA) & Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) Staff Club, and Harry Potter: Magic Awakened Yesports Asia Cup Final. These provided participants with a full experience in the fun and excitement of esports, instilling in them a deeper understanding and interest in esports.
This year’s Elderly Esports Experience Day is the third edition co-organised by Cyberport, HKITDA and RCSHK after 2018 and 2019, which aims to promote esports to seniors and help them become more active through joining esports activities. 120 elderlies participated this year at Cyberport’s esports venue, vying to come out on top in a FIFA football esports competition. Experience zones and booth showcases were set up to promote esports activities across sectors.
Digital entertainment experience zones under the themes of “sea”, “land” and “air” were also set up on the Cyberport campus during DELF 2021. In addition to the above-mentioned “2021 FAI Hong Kong Speed Drone Open” under the theme of “Air”, DELF 2021 also held the “CityU Underwater Robot Experience Zone” under the theme of “Sea”, which included the “City University of Hong Kong Underwater Robot Competition”, where a team of contestants use robots to compete underwater in a thrilling football match; as well as an underwater robot workshop hosted by the City University of Hong Kong, allowing adults and teenagers to learn how to build and control underwater robots with the use of STEAM knowledge.
The Sports Digital Transformation Zone was also made available to participants to share the benefits and changes brought by digital transformation to sports. The experience zone included six major themes: racing, football, golf, shooting, rowing and cycling, bringing the general public into a new realm of technology while promoting the development of the local sports industry.
The DE*SPARK programme presented by DELF2021 will host RoboMaster 2021 Youth Tournament (Hong Kong) (Secondary School)during 18-19 December 2021 and AWS DeepRacer 500 Strong Training Dayon 20 December 2021, extending the infinity experience beyond the forum.
The DELF2021 virtual event platform is open for access until 10 January 2022. To review the content and the full list of speakers, please visit the DELF2021 website:
For high resolution photos, please download via this link .
Photo 1: The annual Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum (DELF) concluded successfully at Cyberport yesterday, recording 1,800 online and in-person participants. |
Photo 2: The grand opening of the annual Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum (DELF) took place at Cyberport on 10 December. |
Photo 3.1 – 3.6: Digital Entertainment Experience Zone themed with “Sea”, “Land” and “Sky” elements was staged in Cyberport during the forum to present an innovative digital entertainment carnival. |
Photo 4: APRU Esports MetaGame Conference 2021 gathers industry leaders to analyse the trends, development, and future opportunities in esports. |
Photo 5: DELF stages a series of infinity games, numerous workshops and innovation showcases to allow industry players and the public alike to immerse themselves in the excitement at any time, from anywhere. |
Photo 6: Co-organised with HKDSA, this was the first time a FAI recognized drone racing championship took place in Cyberport. It was also the first large-scale official drone racing points tournament has been held outdoors in Hong Kong. After an exciting race in the night sky of Cyberport, Ho Wing Chi was named the champion of the competition. (Upper left to right) Ronnie Wong, BBS, JP, Honorary Secretary General of Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, Hon Wong Ting-kwong, GBS, JP, Legislative Council Member, Zhu Jianping, Deputy Head of Sports Section of the Department of Publicity, Cultural and Sports Affairs of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR, Yeung Tak Keung, JP, Commissioner for Sports, Home Affairs Bureau Recreation and Sport Branch, Andy Chau, Vice President of the Federation Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) and Chairman of Hong Kong Drone Sports Association, and Dr Stella Kwan, Chief Corporate Development Officer of Cyberport were the Guests of Honour of the opening ceremony. |
Photo 7: This year’s Elderly Esports Experience Day is the third edition co-organised by Cyberport, HKITDA and RCSHK after 2018 and 2019, which aims to promote esports to elderlies and help them become more active through joining esports activities. |
Photo 8: Peter Yan, Chief Executive Officer of Cyberport says Cyberport is home to a growing digital entertainment community of around 150 companies in the digital entertainment and esports cluster being supported by various schemes and programmes provided by Cyberport. |
Photo 9: To review the content and the full list of speakers, please visit the DELF2021 website: https://delf.cyberport.hk/ |
About Cyberport
Cyberport is an innovative digital community with around 800 on-site start-ups and technology companies. It is managed by Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, which is wholly owned by the Hong Kong SAR Government. With a vision to be the hub for digital technology, thereby creating a new economic driver for Hong Kong, Cyberport is committed to nurturing a vibrant tech ecosystem by cultivating talent, promoting entrepreneurship among youth, supporting start-ups on their growth journey, fostering industry development by promoting strategic collaboration with local and international partners, and integrating new and traditional economies by accelerating digital transformation in the public and private sectors.
For more information, please visit www.cyberport.hk
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UK-based Darwinex increases its Trader/Manager seed programme to €120 Million
Darwinex supports traders and managers who seek 3rd party capital. Strategy providers and investors engage on a centralised, regulated platform, through innovative signals for fees arrangement. Darwinex supports major Futures, US Equities and global ETFs.The offering is available both OTC and on Exchange
LONDON, UK – Comunicae – 13 December 2021 – Darwinex seeds and supports strategies seeking 3rd party capital. Investors access liquid strategies based on major Futures, US Equities and global ETFs on a one-stop-shop, regulated marketplace
FCA (UK) regulated FinTech Darwinex, has increased its competitive seed allocation programme. The programme – named DarwinIA Challenge – seeds the most investable providers on its marketplace for a notional of €120M. The allocation is up 35% from previously €90M.
The new format motivates strategy providers with innovative features, such as achievement awards and badges. DarwinIA’s user-friendly and intuitive design better highlights changes to the leaderboard.
Challengers visually monitor their progress on the graphical user interface. Metrics and analytical tools point to areas of improvement. All draw inspiration from leading strategies by drilling down into their performance metrics.
“We now seed 150 strategy providers a month for a total of €120M per year. In addition to the seed backing, we give providers further exposure to our investors.” Darwinex co-founder and CEO, Juan Colón, said.
Check out this video for an overview of all new features in the DarwinIA Seed Allocation Programme.
About Darwinex (Tradeslide Trading Tech Limited):
Darwinex is an FCA (UK) regulated FinTech (FRN 586466) that owns Brokerage and Asset Management arms. Darwinex sources multi-asset strategies via its Brokerage unit and packages them into direct indices marketed to eligible investors by its asset management arm. Signal providers enjoy regulatory cover to monetize investor capital and the platform controls strategy risk at arm’s length from providers.
Founded in 2012, Darwinex employs over 60 people across its London and Madrid teams. Darwinex develops proprietary technology, remains founder-led, and has recently received €3M funding. The company grew revenue by 72% in 2020, posting an operational profit.
Darwinex is arguably the fastest and most efficient path for managers to attract and monetize investor capital – with no compliance or administrative overhead.
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UK-based Darwinex Increases its Seed Allocation Programme to €120 Million
LONDON, UK – Comunicae – 13 December 2021 – Darwinex seeds and supports strategies seeking 3rd party capital. Investors access liquid strategies based on major Futures, US Equities and global ETFs on a one-stop-shop, regulated marketplace
FCA (UK) regulated FinTech Darwinex, has increased its competitive seed allocation programme. The programme – named DarwinIA Challenge – seeds the most investable providers on its marketplace for a notional of €120M. The allocation is up 35% from previously €90M.
The new format motivates strategy providers with innovative features, such as achievement awards and badges. DarwinIA’s user-friendly and intuitive design better highlights changes to the leaderboard.
Challengers visually monitor their progress on the graphical user interface. Metrics and analytical tools point to areas of improvement. All draw inspiration from leading strategies by drilling down into their performance metrics.
“We now seed 150 strategy providers a month for a total of €120M per year. In addition to the seed backing, we give providers further exposure to our investors.” Darwinex co-founder and CEO, Juan Colón, said.
Check out this video for an overview of all new features in the DarwinIA Seed Allocation Programme.
About Darwinex (Tradeslide Trading Tech Limited):
Darwinex is an FCA (UK) regulated FinTech (FRN 586466) operating Brokerage and Asset Management arms. Darwinex sources multi-asset strategies, from trading customers and via its integration with Interactive Brokers. Using a proprietary risk management overlay, the asset management arm directly indexes strategies – named DARWINs – on behalf of eligible investors. This way, the marketplace curates strategies, investors pay for success and providers monetize their intellectual property.
This 2 sided, one-stop-shop marketplace is arguably the fastest and most efficient path to match strategy providers with investors – transparently and without administrative overheads.
Founded in 2012, Darwinex employs over 60 IT and financial engineers across its London and Madrid teams. Darwinex develops technology in-house, remains founder-led, and has recently received €3M funding. The company grew revenue organically by 72% in 2020, posting an operational profit.
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Tanoto Foundation Sponsors “My Coronavirus Story” Book to Educate Children on COVID-19 and Encourage Resilience
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 13 December 2021 – Tanoto Foundation, an independent philanthropic organisation founded by Sukanto Tanoto and his wife Tinah Bingei Tanoto, is supporting the education of children on COVID-19 and encouraging resilience in the new normal of living with the virus through its sponsorship of “My Coronavirus Story” book. The children’s book was launched today by Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung at the Woodlands Regional Library.
A multi-organisational collaboration, the book is sponsored by Tanoto Foundation, supported by National Healthcare Group (NHG), authored by Professor Leo Yee Sin, Executive Director, National Centre for Infectious Diseases, and published by Wildtype Media Group.
Targeted at children between four and 12 years old, the book tells the coronavirus story from the perspective of a young child. It explores and articulates the experience, thoughts and feelings of a child living during the COVID-19 pandemic. The book also pays tribute to the courage and selfless contributions of all frontline workers in steering Singapore into the endemic stage.
“My Coronavirus Story” book is illustrated entirely with art pieces by children and youth, aged five to 18 years old. These art pieces were entries for the “Celebrating Our Healthcare Heroes” national art competition held earlier this year. The 21 colourful art pieces used in the book reinforce the importance of personal hygiene, vaccination and social responsibility in the fight against the virus.
Ms Imelda Tanoto, member of the Board of Trustees of Tanoto Foundation said, “We are delighted to support this children’s storybook on COVID-19 and to jointly deliver the message of hope and resilience as we look forward to 2022. Our Foundation is a strong advocate of early childhood development, maternal and child health, and medical research. This book represents part of our efforts that started early last year and included working closely with communities, governments and like-minded organisations to support the fight against COVID-19 across a few countries, including Singapore. We hope this book will inspire children everywhere to continue to play their part in helping their families and communities stay safe, remain healthy and emerge stronger from this global pandemic.”
Professor Benjamin Seet, Deputy Group CEO, Education and Research, NHG, said, “We are grateful for the generous support of Tanoto Foundation and the National Library Board. Educating the public has been key during this pandemic, but efforts to reach out to young children have been limited, even though they have to learn to adjust to the many changes around them. This book serves to fill the gap, and its bright colours bring a message of hope in this time of fear and anxiety.”
About 1,000 copies of the book have been printed. Members of the public, especially parents and educators, will be able to borrow the book from NLB’s public libraries (except library@chinatown, library@orchard and library@esplanade). The books will also be given to primary schools in Singapore.
With operations in Indonesia, China and Singapore, Tanoto Foundation focuses on three main pillars namely 1) leveraging education to accelerate equal opportunities, 2) developing the next generation of leaders, and 3) supporting medical research and healthcare to improve health standards – all with a common outcome of improving lives. In Singapore, Tanoto Foundation has partnered universities including National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University and Singapore Management University to provide scholarships through a S$7 million endowment fund. The Foundation has also partnered healthcare institutions to contribute funding and donations in excess of S$16 million to support medical research and healthcare in Singapore.
About Tanoto Foundation
Tanoto Foundation is an independent philanthropic organisation founded by Sukanto Tanoto and Tinah Bingei Tanoto based on the belief that every person should have the opportunity to realise his or her full potential. Tanoto Foundation started its work in 1981 when our founders established a kindergarten and elementary school in Besitang, North Sumatra. Tanoto Foundation’s programs stem from the belief that quality education accelerates equal opportunity. We harness the transformative strength of education to realise people’s full potential and improve lives. More information is available at www.tanotofoundation.org.
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Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad Appoints Choy Khai Choon As Non-Independent Non-Executive Director
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 13 December 2021 – Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad (“Kenanga”) has appointed Choy Khai Choon as its Non-Independent Non-Executive Director with effect from 13 December 2021.
Choy Khai Choon – Non-Independent Non-Executive Director, KIBB
Choy is currently an Independent Non-Executive Chairman of Zurich Life Insurance Malaysia Berhad and Zurich General Insurance Malaysia Berhad. He is also the Senior Independent Non-Executive Director of Malaysia Marine and Heavy Engineering Holdings Berhad, and an Independent Non-Executive Director of Hap Seng Plantations Holdings Berhad as well as MSM Malaysia Holdings Berhad and serves on the Board Committees of these companies.
In addition to serving as a public interest director of Federation of Investment Managers Malaysia, he is also a member of the Labuan Financial Services Authority as well as a Board member of Asian Banking School Sdn Bhd and Bond and Sukuk Information Platform Sdn Bhd, a non-profit information platform established to provide free public access to information on bonds and sukuk issued in Malaysia.
Bringing in over forty (40) years of extensive experience in the financial sector, he had served as the President / Chief Executive Officer of Cagamas Berhad for six (6) years before retiring in March 2012. Choy also holds a Master in Business Administration from the Oklahoma City University in the U.S. and Bachelor of Commerce from the University of New South Wales, Australia. He is also a Fellow of the Certified Practicing Accountant, Australia and a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants.
To learn more about Kenanga, visit www.kenanga.com.my.
About Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad (197301002193 (15678-H))
Established for more than 45 years, Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad (the Group) is a financial group in Malaysia with extensive experience in equity broking, investment banking, treasury, Islamic banking, listed derivatives, investment management, wealth management, structured lending and trade financing.
The Group has garnered a host of awards and accolades reflecting its strong market position. It was awarded under the categories of Best Overall Equities Participating Organisation by Bursa Malaysia, Best Overall Derivatives Trading Participant, Best Structured Warrant Issuer, Best Retail Equities Participating Organisation, Best Institutional Equities Participating Organisation Investment Bank; along with Best Trading Participant and Best Institutional Equities Participating Organisation and for Equity and Financial Derivatives for 18 consecutive years. The Group was also accorded the title of Best Institutional Derivatives Trading category by Bursa Malaysia.
The Group continues to be a regular and repeat recipient of distinguished industry accolades, such as the Lipper, Fundsupermart and Morningstar awards. For its continued efforts towards community outreach and employee volunteerism, the Group was awarded the coveted Company of the Year award for environmental and sustainability at Sustainability & CS Malaysia Awards 2020. The Group is also a Participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principle-based approach to responsible business.
Today, Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad is an award-winning leading independent investment bank in the country with a continuous commitment towards driving collaboration, innovation and digitalisation in the marketplace.
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Kerry Logistics Network A Double Winner of The Asset ESG Corporate Awards 2021 and IR Magazine’s Greater China Awards 2021
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 13 December 2021 – Kerry Logistics Network Limited (‘KLN’, the ‘Company’; Stock Code 0636.HK) is proud to be the double winner of two prestigious accolades, namely, The Asset Jade Award at The Asset ESG Corporate Awards 2021 and the title of “Best IR during a Corporate Transaction” at IR Magazine’s Greater China Awards 2021.
This is the fourth consecutive year that KLN has been a winner of The Asset ESG Corporate Awards and the second consecutive year that the Company has won the highest honour, The Asset Jade Award, for showing an embedded and extensive commitment to ESG from the Board through to stakeholders.
KLN has earned the “Best IR during a Corporate Transaction” title at IR Magazine’s Greater China Awards 2021 for its excellence in handling investor relations regarding the strategic cooperation with S.F. Holding, specifically in crafting and releasing the messaging for the financial markets. Through proactive communication, the Company ensured that its independent shareholders fully understood this transaction for their decision-making process. The Greater China Awards are organised annually by IR Magazine to commend individuals and companies with outstanding IR performance in Greater China.
William Ma, Group Managing Director of KLN, said, “We are thankful to The Asset and IR Magazine for their recognition of our efforts in upholding the highest ESG standards amidst a global health crisis, as well as maintaining timely disclosure and a bilateral dialogue with our investors during a major corporate transaction. With environmental and corporate sustainability becoming an integral part of our business decisions, we have persistently incorporated ESG principles into our development strategies and operations, and will continue to do so in the future. We will also remain committed to IR best practices, and exercise the diligence and thoroughness indispensable to transparent communications.”
About Kerry Logistics Network Limited (Stock Code 0636.HK)
Kerry Logistics Network is an Asia-based, global 3PL with a highly diversified business portfolio and the strongest coverage in Asia. It offers a broad range of supply chain solutions from integrated logistics, international freight forwarding (air, ocean, road, rail and multimodal), industrial project logistics, to cross-border e-commerce, last-mile fulfilment and infrastructure investment.
With a global presence across 58 countries and territories, Kerry Logistics Network has established a solid foothold in half of the world’s emerging markets. Its diverse infrastructure, extensive coverage in international gateways and local expertise span across the Mainland of China, India, Southeast Asia, the CIS, Middle East, LATAM and other locations.
Kerry Logistics Network generated a revenue of over HK$53 billion in 2020 and is the largest international logistics company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
About The Asset ESG Corporate Awards
The Asset ESG Corporate Awards offer a rigorous benchmarking service for listed companies with regard to corporate sustainability. The criteria used to assess the companies include a range of metrics of financial performance, which are also a proxy for gauging management acumen. Companies are also evaluated according to the quality of their governance, social responsibility, environmental responsibility and investor relations.
About IR Magazine’s Greater China Awards
For the past three decades, IR Magazine has honoured excellence in investor relations around the world. Its Greater China Awards presents two types of awards categories – researched and nominated – both celebrating the success of those individuals and companies that are leading the way in IR in Greater China. The awards-by-research nominees are determined by the input of hundreds of analysts and portfolio managers, who vote for the companies, IROs and senior management who provide them with the best IR service across Greater China. The awards-by-nomination categories differ from the traditional researched categories, as individuals and companies are given the opportunity to submit written entries, free of charge, to be put forward to a panel of expert judges made up of investment professionals and IR Magazine editorial members.
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