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AWS and HKSTP Launch “Idea Launcher” Co-ideation Initiative
Integrated with the HKSTP IDEATION Programme to accelerate growth for early-stage startups
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 24 November 2022 – Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) today jointly launched the “Idea Launcher” co-ideation initiative to foster and accelerate innovation and technology (I&T) development in Hong Kong through extensive support, mentoring and coaching to help early-stage startups nurture innovative ideas and research projects.
This is another strategic addition to HKTSP’s co-incubation mission with sector leaders, with the HKSTP-AWS Idea Launcher being the first partnership with a corporate leader under HKSTP’s IDEATION Programme. AWS will work hand-in-hand with HKSTP to specifically support the development of early-stage ideas from emerging startups and next-generation entrepreneurs.
This latest initiative continues the strategic collaboration that AWS and HKSTP began earlier this year, covering the four key pillars of: Research & Development, Technology Simulation, Co-incubation, and Talent and Culture Cultivation. The Idea Launcher is a six-month co-ideation initiative that provides early-stage startups and entrepreneurs with technical training, business consulting, capabilities’ assessment as well as project feasibility in order to optimise startup solutions and concepts.
HKSTP will offer HK$100,000 in seed funding and incubation training to selected startups, while AWS will provide tailor-made AWS innovation culture workshops to help startups build up their innovation capacity. Programme participants will also receive up to US$25,000 in AWS cloud resources, as well as technical support and training through the “AWS Activate” Program, set up especially to help startups optimise their business models and fuel future development.
“Hong Kong’s thriving startup ecosystem is emerging as a driving force for the city’s economy,” said Chris So, Head of Business Development, Hong Kong and Macau, AWS. “Building upon Amazon’s and AWS’ experience and years of serving startup companies, we hope to provide the critical support and resources requited by startup ventures across all stages of growth. With our established startup ecosystems and investment development teams in Hong Kong and beyond, we gather talent with investment institution backgrounds and entrepreneurial experience that is geared to supporting startups throughout their growth cycle. We look forward to deepening our partnership with HKSTP to advance local startups and propel Hong Kong on its journey to international I&T hub status.”
Eugene Hsia, Chief Corporate Development Officer, HKSTP, said: “Hong Kong is a land of opportunities. The seeds of entrepreneurship have always been deeply rooted in the minds of its people. We are thrilled to see the city’s appetite for entrepreneurship reach a record level and our vibrant I&T ecosystem growing at full speed. New ideas shoot up every day at our Park, and we are humbled to drive Hong Kong’s transformation by building its largest innovation ecosystem. By partnering with AWS, one of the world’s largest and most iconic startups, we are ready to elevate Hong Kong’s talented entrepreneurs onto the global stage.”
HKSTP launched the IDEATION programme in 2019, furthering its support for early-stage research and development projects and innovative ideas. Well received in the startup community, the number of participating members and teams in the programme has more than tripled from 60 to over 230.
For further information on Idea Launcher, please visit here.
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About Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation
Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) has for 20 years committed to building up Hong Kong as an international innovation and technology hub to propel success for local and global pioneers today and tomorrow. HKSTP has established a thriving I&T ecosystem that is home to three unicorns and Hong Kong’s leading R&D hub with over 12,000 research professionals and over 1,100 technology companies focused on healthtech, AI and robotics, fintech and smart city technologies.
Established in 2001, we attract and nurture talent, accelerate and commercialise innovation and technology for entrepreneurs on their journey of growth in Hong Kong, to the Greater Bay Area, Asia and beyond. Our growing innovation ecosystem is built around our key locations of Hong Kong Science Park in Shatin, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong and three modern INNOPARKs in Tai Po, Tseung Kwan O and Yuen Long. The three INNOPARKs are realising a vision of re-industrialisation for Hong Kong. The goal is sectors like advanced manufacturing, electronics and biotechnology are being reimagined for a new generation of industry.
Through our infrastructure, services, expertise and network of partnerships, HKSTP will help establish innovation and technology as a pillar of growth for Hong Kong, while reinforcing Hong Kong’s international I&T hub status as a launchpad for global growth at the heart of the GBA innovation powerhouse.
More information about HKSTP is available at www.hkstp.org.
About Amazon Web Services
For over 15 years, Amazon Web Services has been the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud offering. AWS has been continually expanding its services to support virtually any cloud workload, and it now has more than 200 fully featured services for compute, storage, databases, networking, analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), mobile, security, hybrid, virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR), media, and application development, deployment, and management from 96 Availability Zones within 30 geographic regions, with announced plans for 15 more Availability Zones and five more AWS Regions in Australia, Canada, Israel, New Zealand, and Thailand. Millions of customers—including the fastest-growing startups, largest enterprises, and leading government agencies—trust AWS to power their infrastructure, become more agile, and lower costs. To learn more about AWS, visit aws.amazon.com.
Prince Foundation Lends a Hand to Children’s Healthcare in Cambodia

During the handover ceremony, Prince Holding Group representatives were given a briefing for the latest developments and progress made with past donations. Kantha Bopha Hospitals help more than 500,000 children in Cambodia every year. The donation will go towards improving the facilities of five children’s hospitals, installing modern equipment and purchasing medical supplies. The donation will further support the daily operations of the hospitals.
“The continuous support of our many valued donors has made a big difference in the children’s lives in Cambodia. It is our belief that every child should have access to proper healthcare and we are glad that children from all walks of life receive quality treatment at our hospitals,” said H.E. Ros Seilava, Secretary of State of Ministry of Economy and Finance and Executive Director of the Cambodia Kantha Bopha Foundation.
“These hospitals have provided a new lease of life to countless children and we are honored to be a part of this extremely worthy cause. Let us all work together towards the building of a safe and harmonious environment for children to grow up in, so they can look forward to the future with hope,” said Gabriel Tan, Chief Communications Officer of Prince Holding Group.
Prince Holding Group has been actively supporting Kantha Bopha Hospital since 2015, with donations totaling close to 1 million dollars.
Prince Foundation, the Group’s philanthropic arm, is keenly focused on healthcare and youth development, and has improved sanitation at schools in Sihanoukville and launched scholarship programs for undergraduate students. The Foundation regularly interacts with leading non-governmental organizations and seeks opportunities for holistic and measurable impact to build a better future for Cambodia.
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About Cambodia Kantha Bopha Foundation
The Cambodia Kantha Bopha Foundation, officially launched on April 11, 2018 in the official form of a Trust Fund, having Samdech Techo HUN SEN, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, and Samdech Kittiprittpundit Bun Rany Hun Sen as Founders and Honorary Chairpersons, aims to mobilize donations from all legal sources to financially support the sustainability of the Kantha Bopha Hospitals’ operations, and to promote maternity, infants, and children’s healthcare and welfare which are the key priorities of the National Social Protection Policy Framework of the Government of the Kingdom of Cambodia
About Prince Holding Group
Prince Holding Group is one of Cambodia’s largest business groups spanning across real estate development, financial services and consumer services.
Prince Holding Group’s key business units in Cambodia include Prince Real Estate Group, Prince Huan Yu Real Estate Group, Prince Bank, Cambodia Airways, Belt Road Capital Management, as well as Awesome Global Investment Group. Via its subsidiaries, Prince Holding Group has over 80 businesses in Cambodia operating in real estate development, banking, finance, aviation, tourism, logistics, technology, food and beverages, and lifestyle sectors etc.
Leveraging a network of industrial, business and financial professionals across Asia, Prince Holding Group is firmly committed to the long-term development of Cambodia. Prince Holding Group is developing an almost 1000-hectare township project in the Ream coastline of Sihanoukville that will be one of Cambodia’s leading sustainable real estate developments, aiming to secure close to $16 billion in total investment for the region.
Moving forward, Prince Holding Group will continue to seek out opportunities to play an important role in Cambodia, through partnerships or direct investments into key industries for the betterment of Cambodians and the local economy.
About Prince Foundation
Prince Foundation, founded in 2015, is one of Cambodia’s leading philanthropic foundations. A member of Prince Holding Group, which is one of the largest business groups in Cambodia, the Foundation aims to work with local communities to build thriving living and working environments that elevate people’s well-being and livelihoods following the vision: “Together, Building a Better Future for Cambodia”.
Focusing on education and youth development, healthcare, and community engagement initiatives, Prince Foundation works with partners to deliver sustainable programs that enhance opportunities for Cambodia’s youths, build resilience in communities and contributes to sustainable infrastructure.
The Foundation’s flagship projects are the Chen Zhi Scholarship, offering full scholarships, stipends, internship and work opportunities to 400 Cambodian university students over a period of seven years, and Prince Horology, where aspiring Cambodian watchmakers learn the art of Swiss-style watchmaking in a state-of-the-art facility. Prince Foundation has launched more than 250 philanthropic initiatives, benefiting over 500,000 people, with donations exceeding US$14 million.
7-Eleven unveils Singapore’s very first 7Café concept store at Jewel Changi Airport
7-Eleven elevates the convenience store experience at the Jewel Changi Airport with an in-store café offering new and exclusive items and a delectable food and beverage range
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 24 November 2022 – Singapore’s favourite convenience store, 7-Eleven, launched the city’s first 7Café concept store at Jewel Changi Airport, elevating the convenience store experience for customers. Guests can enjoy the relaxed seating space with friends and family, while being treated to counter-served food and drinks prepared for them at this chic retail outlet. From 25th November to 27th November, the first-of-its-kind outlet will kick off opening celebrations with a variety of promotions and special treats for locals and tourists transiting through the world-renowned airport.

Located at Basement 2 of Jewel Changi Airport, this 7Café concept store at a 7-Eleven outlet is the perfect place to make a quick pit stop to grab a coffee and croissant before you leave to explore the garden city! Travellers can even plug in their devices to recharge as they relax while enjoying 7Café’s special offerings.
Jewels at 7Café: New and exclusive offerings
Perfect for the island city’s tropical climate, customers can look forward to an extended range of 7Café items such as the Salted Caramel Coffee, Mocha and Matcha Frappés priced at $5.50 each, and the refreshing Mango or Watermelon lemonade coolers to brighten up their day at $4.50 each. Look out for these offerings to get a taste of the special local flavours of Singapore – Banana Caramel Smoothie inspired by Goreng Pisang or even the Pandan Lemonade cooler Dessert lovers can treat themselves to delicious cheesecakes with several flavours including Yuzu, Lychee, or Cookies & Cream all priced at $5.50 each.
All-time 7-Eleven favourites in an elevated café experience
Feeling peckish after a long journey? Enjoy a selection of delicious warm pastries and finger food from the hot food counter. Savoury hot food items include a range of fried chicken favourites. Sink your teeth into Hot and Spicy Drumlets, Chicken bites with choice of Red Pepper or Garlic Herb seasoning, as well as Chicken Drumsticks, Nuggets, and Wings. Those who long for baked buttery delights can try out the Butter Croissant or Chocolate Croissant, Pain Au Raisin, or Madeleines, all at wallet-pleasing prices.
Coffee lovers can get their caffeine fix with good quality bean-to-cup 100% Arabica coffee on the go like Americano, Latte, Cappuccino, and Chocolate. The outlet will also serve the recently introduced caffeine-free Nitro Tea that brings a fruity flavour with a refreshing aftertaste.
The new 7-Eleven outlet also boasts a wide range of light and tasty options including sandwiches , burgers and onigiri. That’s not all! If you’re looking for other delicious Ready-To-Eat meals, head over to the store for some tasty, filling, and affordable options!
Save the date and join us for celebrations from 25 to 27 Nov!
Don’t forget to drop by to celebrate the grand opening of the 7-Eleven outlet with family and friends from 25 to 27 Nov 2022, 11am to 9pm daily. During the grand opening weekend, customers can enjoy sampling of drinks and snacks, free cotton candy floss, 7-Eleven balloons, and chances to walk away with exciting Spin and Win rewards with a minimum spend of $10. They also stand to receive a freebie from us on completing any 3 activities from the Jewel Challenge card (limited to 400 cards).
Customers can also look forward to the following deals:
Promotion | Promotional period | Details |
Spin and Win prizes (with a minimum spend of $10) | 25 to 27 Nov 2022 | Stand to win free nitro tea, free Mr Softee and other attractive prizes. |
Sampling | 25 to 27 Nov 2022 | Sampling of drinks and snacks (11 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 9 pm). |
Jewel Challenge Card | 25 to 27 Nov 2022 | Complete any 3 questions on our challenge card to receive a freebie from us! |
More promotions and updates can also be found on the official 7-Eleven Singapore Facebook and 7-Eleven Singapore Instagram pages.
“At 7-Eleven, we are always broadening our horizons and creating innovative offerings for our customers. The 7-Eleven Jewel Changi store seeks to provide a first-of-its-kind mini café experience with food being served at the counter for the convenience of our customers. We have also expanded our well-loved product range by adding a slew of new options. From items highlighting the iconic local flavours of Singapore to delectable ready-to-eat food options, there’s something for everyone! We hope that everyone will be able to enjoy our new concept store with its unique design and exclusive menu,” said Mr. Steven Lye, Managing Director of 7-Eleven Singapore.
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About 7-Eleven
Established in Singapore in 1983, 7-Eleven has since expanded to more than 400 stores island-wide to become the leading 24-hour convenience chain store. We take pride in serving the Singapore community 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 7-Eleven emphasises convenience and value by offering a wide array of quality products, food and services to satisfy the needs of its customers. Think 7-Eleven and what comes to mind are the refreshing Slurpee, 7CAFÉ as well as a wide range of quality ready meals and sandwiches under 7-SELECT. 7-Eleven is also a 24/7 one-stop destination for customers who need to access bill payment services in their own time. Our services cover payment of utilities, courier services, and even cash withdrawal. For more information, visit www.7-eleven.com.sg
Generali Asia announces the appointment of Cecilia Chang as CEO of Generali Life Hong Kong and General Manager of Assicurazioni Generali S.p.A. Hong Kong Branch

Cecilia joined the Generali Group in 2016 in Hong Kong as Head of Financial Lines and Underwriting, Asia for the Global Corporate & Commercial (“GC&C”) business and relocated to Milan in 2018 as Global Head of Financial Lines & Underwriting in GC&C. Prior to joining Generali, she began her insurance career as a corporate lawyer for a Chicago based carrier and moved on to hold leadership positions in underwriting at multinational carriers in the USA and Asia.
Roberto Leonardi, Regional Officer, Asia said, “I am delighted to have Cecilia join us. Cecilia has a wealth of experience in the insurance industry and a strong track record of success. I am confident that Cecilia will provide strong leadership to the team in Hong Kong to drive the continued transformation and growth agenda of Generali Hong Kong.”
Cecilia Chang, Chief Executive Officer of Generali Life (Hong Kong) Limited and General Manager of Assicurazioni Generali S.p.A. Hong Kong Branch said, “I am excited to join Generali Hong Kong and work alongside a high performing team. Leveraging our Group’s heritage and global expertise, I look forward to delivering sustainable growth and leading Generali Hong Kong to become a Lifetime Partner to our business partners and customers.”
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Generali Hong Kong
In 1981, Assicurazioni Generali S.p.A. was first registered as an authorised insurer in Hong Kong, with the business extending into the life insurance sector in 2016 with Generali Life (Hong Kong) Limited. With a combination of local knowledge and Generali Group’s global expertise, we develop unique and innovative life insurance, general insurance, specialty insurance, and employee benefits solutions to meet the needs of our customers.
Generali Group
Generali is one of the largest global insurance and asset management providers. Established in 1831, it is present in 50 countries in the world, with a total premium income of €75.8 billion in 2021. With around 75,000 employees serving 67 million customers, the Group has a leading position in Europe and a growing presence in Asia and Latin America. At the heart of Generali’s strategy is its Lifetime Partner commitment to customers, achieved through innovative and personalized solutions, best-in-class customer experience and its digitalized global distribution capabilities. The Group has fully embedded sustainability into all strategic choices, with the aim to create value for all stakeholders while building a fairer and more resilient society.
Hang Lung Celebrates Numerous ESG Award Wins
Hang Lung’s 2021 Annual Report was awarded the Excellence Report Award at the 2022 HKMA Best Annual Reports Awards, in recognition of our efforts to ensure sound corporate governance and further enhance communication with key stakeholders. Our sustainability efforts and 2021 Sustainability Report snatched a number of major awards at the HERA 2022 and Hong Kong Sustainability Award 2022 organized by HKMA, these included three titles from the former awarding body, namely, the Grand Award in Best ESG Report (Large-Cap), the Grand Award in Newcomer Award, and the Carbon Neutral Award – Commendation; and two titles from the latter awarding body, namely, the Distinction Award (Large Organization Category) and the Special Award – Excellence in Pandemic Resilience – an acknowledgement of our resilience measures, including the implementation of “Hang Lung COVID-19 Relief Fund 2.0” to fully support the operation of “mobile cabin hospitals” in Hong Kong and pandemic countermeasures to safeguard the health and safety of our employees, customers and tenants.

Hang Lung also garnered the 2021 Responsible Brand Award at the 11th China Charity Festival in recognition of our community investment initiatives in both Hong Kong and mainland China. This year marked the Hang Lung As One Volunteer Team’s 10th anniversary, a milestone that accelerates our commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community, including, the three-year “Love·No·Limit” Dementia Friendly Program, partnered with the Hong Kong Young Women’s Christian Association, to provide support to dementia patients and their carers, and recently launched the “Hang Lung Future Women Leaders Program”, a nationwide women’s empowerment program for female university students to create a sustainable talent pipeline and facilitate women’s diversified development.


Details of the awards are as follows:
Annual Report Awards
Award | Category |
2022 HKMA Best Annual Reports Awards |
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2022 ARC Awards |
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LACP 2021 Vision Awards |
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2022 IADA Award |
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2022 Galaxy Awards |
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Sustainability Awards
Award | Category |
2022 HKMA Best Annual Reports Awards |
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HERA 2022 |
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Hong Kong Sustainability Award 2022 |
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Community Investment Awards
Award | Category |
11th China Charity Festival |
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Hong Kong Council of Social Service |
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11th China Finance Summit |
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About Hang Lung Properties
Hang Lung Properties Limited (stock code: 00101) creates compelling spaces that enrich lives. Headquartered in Hong Kong, Hang Lung Properties develops and manages a diversified portfolio of world-class properties in Hong Kong and the nine Mainland cities of Shanghai, Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming, Wuhan and Hangzhou. With its luxury positioning under the “66” brand, the company’s Mainland portfolio has established its leading position as the “Pulse of the City”. Hang Lung Properties is recognized for leading the way in enhanced sustainability initiatives in real estate as it pursues sustainable growth by connecting customers and communities.
At Hang Lung Properties – We Do It Well.
For more information, please visit www.hanglung.com.
Millions of Amphetamine Tablets Discovered in Petrol Tanker Leaving Laos
Thai customs officials arrested the driver of a petrol tanker yesterday after discovering an enormous amount of drugs as the truck departed Laos for Thailand.
Dangerous White Dust Raises Health Concerns for Laos Residents
Residents of Thaphabath district in Bolikhamxay Province, where a major road upgrade is underway, have urged authorities to take action regarding clouds of white dust that pose a significant risk to their health.