Sally Wan, Chief Executive Officer, AXA Hong Kong and Macau, said, “Tourism is a key pillar of Hong Kong’s economy which has been severely impacted by COVID-19. As the pandemic situation stabilised, we know that many people are interested in joining local tours. AXA hopes to bolster the recovery of the travel industry with the launch of the AXA ‘Support Local Tourism’ Programme in hope to provide both the tour participants and tourism industry practitioners with additional protection and encourage more people to get vaccinated for achieving herd immunity to protect themselves as well as the community.”

At AXA, our Purpose is to “Act for human progress by protecting what matters”. Since early last year, we have been taking the lead in launching a series of initiatives to support our customers and the community amid the pandemic, such as the first-in-market “Post-Vaccination Protection” Programme, being the first insurer to make “Benefits for Hospital Income (COVID-19)” a standard policy provision for Employee Benefits customers, the launch of the “Protect the Frontline” Programme, the “Support the SME” Programme, and “Free Double Post-Vaccination Protection” Programme.

We also understand the importance of maintaining a positive attitude during the unpredictable pandemic situation. Thus, we launched “AXA BetterMe”, a holistic wellness platform for body and mind, last year to elevate the physical and mental health of our community and help everyone become a BetterMe.

ABOUT AXA HONG KONG AND MACAU

AXA Hong Kong and Macau is a member of the AXA Group, a leading global insurer with presence in 54 markets and serving 105 million customers worldwide. Our purpose is to act for human progress by protecting what matters.

As one of the most diversified insurers offering integrated solutions across Life, Health and General Insurance, our goal is to be the insurance and holistic wellness partner to the individuals, businesses and community we serve.

At the core of our service commitment is continuous product innovation and customer experience enrichment, which is achieved through actively listening to our customers and leveraging technology and digital transformation.

We embrace our responsibility to be a force for good to create shared value for our community. We are proud to be the first insurer in Hong Kong and Macau to address the important need of mental health through different products and services. For example, the Mind Charger function on our holistic wellness platform “AXA BetterMe”, which is available via our mobile app Emma by AXA, is open to not just our customers, but the community at large. We will continue to foster social progress through our product offerings and community investment to support the sustainable development of Hong Kong and Macau.

THIS PRESS RELEASE IS AVAILABLE ON AXA’S WEBSITE: AXA.COM.HK

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Suncity Achieved All-Star Status, Also Named as the “Most Honored Company”

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 30 June 2021 – Suncity Group Holdings Limited (“Suncity“, Hong Kong Stock Exchange code: 1383, or the “Group“) together with its subsidiary, Summit Ascent Holdings Limited (“Summit Ascent“, Hong Kong Stock Exchange code: 102), are pleased to announce the exciting news that Suncity and Summit Ascent are named in the “2021 All-Asia Executive Team Rankings” published by the world-renowned financial publication Institutional Investor. Suncity has been ranked as the overall Number 1 in the Gaming and Lodging sector, even with COVID-19 as the backdrop. Suncity attained All-Star status achieving a first-place clean sweep in the combined rankings across all five categories in Best CEO, Best CFO, Best Investor Relations Professional, Best IR Program and Best ESG; and is clearly the most-decorated winner amongst gaming companies in Asia. This is a phenomenal recognition by the investment community on the Group’s perseverance albeit challenging business conditions.

Photo Caption: Suncity being named as the “Most Honored Company” in the All-Asia Executive Team Poll 2021, published by Institutional Investor

This is an unprecedented recognition that Suncity has been ranked in the overall first place in the Gaming & Lodging listing in Asia, surpassing many well-established mega, large and mid-cap Gaming & Lodging peer companies. Being honoured on the top spot by a prominent financial publication based on verified votes is the highest form of respect the investment community paid towards the Group. In addition, Summit Ascent is also named in the top three in multiple categories, indicating that the acquisition by Suncity brings a fresh perspective in new leadership, operational culture and operational excellence, which are also well-recognised.

Unlike other awards, the II Research ranking is entirely based on votes from recognised financial professionals. It is highly authoritative and thus is a trusted ranking for international capital markets. A total of 4,084 investors and portfolio managers and analysts from 1,285 voter firms participated in this survey, nominating a total of 1,438 companies and 2,690 individuals across 18 sectors. This included 3,503 buy-side professionals from 1,178 buy-side companies with an estimated $1,863 billion in Asia (ex-Japan) equities and 581 sell-side analysts from 107 companies.

The companies were rated on several core areas, including (1) Financial Disclosure, (2) Services & Communication, (3) COVID-19 responses and (4) ESG.

For over 50 years Institutional Investor has consistently distinguished itself among the world’s foremost media companies with ground-breaking journalism and incisive writing that provides essential intelligence for a global audience. In addition, since 1972, Institutional Investor Research (II Research) has offered highly-respected proprietary benchmark research and rankings, providing independent feedback on the sell-side and corporate performance; II Research aims to be the first-choice as well as independent validation source of qualitative market intelligence for all three sides of the investment community and has a global presence spanning Europe, Asia Pacific, the US and Latin America.

Mr. Alvin Chau, Chairman of Suncity and Chairman of Summit Ascent, said, “I am overwhelmed by the fact that Suncity has been voted as the Number 1 in the Gaming & Lodging sector, out of all 1,438 nominated companies in Asia. The fact that Suncity is such a young company yet it has outperformed other established peers to take the top spot in the Gaming & Lodging list is incredible. Altogether Suncity and Summit Ascent have swept a phenomenal 14 accolades in total, a never-seen-before recognition by the investment community. I wish to express heartfelt gratitude to the investment community for their benevolent support.”

Mr. Andrew Lo, Executive Director of Suncity and Deputy Chairman of Summit Ascent, expressed his delight, “There is no greater way of being recognised with votes of confidence from the investment community in the Group’s executive leadership, corporate governance, ESG, investor relations, communication and transparency efforts. The results this year has never been more encouraging to us. Though we may be a young company, we are flexible and determined to be Asia’s best up-and-coming integrated resort operator when borders reopen.”

In the Gaming & Lodging sector, Suncity has been voted as overall first place amongst listed companies in Asia. The subcategories are ranked as below:

• “Most Honored Company”, Ranked 1st overall;
• “Best ESG”, Ranked 1st buy-side & sell-side combined;
• “Best CEO”, Ranked 1st sell-side;
• “Best CFO”, Ranked 1st sell-side;
• “Best Investor Relations Company”, Ranked 1st buy-side & sell-side combined;
• “Best Investor Relations Professional”, Ranked 1st buy-side & sell-side combined;
• “Best Investor Relations Team”, Ranked 1st buy-side & sell-side combined;

Summit Ascent has also been recognised in the Gaming & Lodging sector in the below categories:

• “Honored Company”;
• “Best ESG”, Ranked 3rd buy-side & sell-side combined;
• “Best CEO”, Ranked 3rd sell-side;
• “Best CFO”, Ranked 3rd sell-side;
• “Best Investor Relations Company”, Ranked 3rd buy-side & sell-side combined;
• “Best Investor Relations Professional”, Ranked 2nd buy-side & sell-side combined;
• “Best Investor Relations Team”, Ranked 3rd buy-side & sell-side combined;

These prestigious awards demonstrated the recognition of Suncity and Summit Ascent’s high-performing leadership team, investor relations management, and dedication to environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices among the world’s capital markets. The recognition by the investment community will continue to motivate the Group to committing and upholding to the highest standards in investor communications, corporate governance and ultimately create returns to shareholders.

About Suncity Group Holdings Limited (HKEx: 1383)

Suncity Group Holdings Limited (“Suncity” or “the Group“) is a listed company that manages integrated resorts across Asia including Russia, the Philippines, Vietnam and Japan. The Group also operates in the travel segment and the property segment.

Suncity is the parent company of Summit Ascent Holdings Limited (“Summit Ascent“, HKEx: 102), the operator of one of the largest integrated resorts, Tigre de Cristal, in Vladivostok, the Russian Federation. Suncity is also the parent company of Suntrust Home Developers, Inc. (“SunTrust“, PSE: SUN), who is developing Westside City Project in the heart of Entertainment City in Manila, the Philippines. Hoiana is an integrated resort project that Suncity jointly develops with our investment partners. Located in Central Vietnam, Hoiana Phase 1 is an integrated resort with over 1,000 rooms, award-winning golf course and pristine beaches.

The Group also plans to develop skiing and diving resorts in Okinawa and Hokkaido, in Japan. In addition, the Group operates a travel agency, as well as in the property management segment.

For more information about Suncity, please visit https://www.suncitygroup.com.hk/

About Summit Ascent Holdings Limited (HKEx: 102)

Summit Ascent Holdings Limited (“Summit Ascent“) is a subsidiary of Suncity Group Holdings Limited (“Suncity“, HKEx: 1383). Summit Ascent holds 77.5% in Tigre de Cristal, currently the largest integrated resort located in the Primorye Integrated Entertainment Zone of the Russian Far East. Situated midway from the Vladivostok International Airport to Vladivostok city, the administrative centre of the Russian Far East, Tigre de Cristal is ideally located geographically in the heart of Northeast Asia.

Summit Ascent holds a gaming license granted by the Russian government for an indefinite period, and Tigre de Cristal has opened for business since late 2015, offering a broad range of gaming options on a 24/7 basis. Tigre de Cristal has been certified as a five-star hotel with retail offerings, food and beverage outlets, private club, and named “Russia’s Leading Resort” by World Travel Awards.

Summit Ascent is a member of the MSCI Hong Kong Micro Cap Index. For more information about Summit Ascent, please visit https://www.saholdings.com.hk/eng/

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 30 June 2021 – To detect Sexually Transmitted Disease STDs, blood samples are usually used to detect antigens and antibodies. Different from general practices, HealthLand provides comprehensive RNA STD detection technology, covering most common STDs. Compared with antigen and antibody detection, RNA venereal disease detection has higher sensitivity and accuracy, with a shorter detection time.

The HIV RNA PCR test is used to detect HIV infection early after exposure. The window period is the 7th day after exposure. In the HIV RNA PCR test, STDs can only be detected if there are 40 particles or more of the virus in each millilitre of blood.

The use of RNA detection technology can also detect common STDs that cannot be detected by general antigen and antibody detection, including Mycoplasma hominis, Mycoplasma Genitalium, Urea plasma urealyticum, and Urea plasma parvum. These are the main reasons that men suffer from urethritis. RNA detection technology can also detect STDs that are usually transmitted from women to men, including non-gonococcal urethritis, pubic lice, Candida and Gardnerella vaginalis, which are not detected by general antigen-antibody tests. Therefore, RNA testing for STDs is more expensive than antigen-antibody testing.

Genetic testing is a technology that detects RNA through blood, other body fluids or cells. It mainly takes oral mucosal cells or other tissue cells shed by the subject, amplifies their genetic information, and detects the RNA molecular information in the cells through equipment. Through genetic testing, diseases can be diagnosed, and the risk of diseases can be predicted.

At present, the most widely used genetic testing is the detection of neonatal genetic diseases, the diagnosis of genetic diseases and the auxiliary diagnosis of some common diseases. There are currently more than 1,000 genetic diseases that can be diagnosed through genetic testing technology. Genetic testing can detect the risk of disease in advance, prevent or take measures in advance, and the continuous development of casual medical technology and equipment. At present, there are more than 20 diseases that can be predicted by genetic testing methods.

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Sexually transmitted diseases are terrible infectious diseases. There are more than 30 different types of sexually transmitted diseases. Most types of sexually transmitted diseases, such as syphilis, genital herpes, genital wart, gonorrhoea, scabies and trichomoniasis, are asymptomatic at first. Therefore, the unknowing carrier has a great risk of infecting others. Infection of STDs at birth or before birth would cause adverse effects on the fetus. Sometimes, sexual dysfunction such as impotence and premature ejaculation can even cause problems that affect fertility. Therefore, it is very important to find the means of transmission and treatment of STDs. Regular and comprehensive health checkups/physical examinations can prevent those who are infected with STDs from unknowingly infecting others.

About HealthLand

HealthLand provides sexual health information, taking care of clients’ sexual health needs in all aspects, from preventive measures, diagnosis, education, to treatment. Many people find difficulties with talking about the problem of elongated foreskin. This problem could lead to balanitis or abnormally short foreskin frenulum, which may lead to further problems such as penile pearl rash. Circumcision may be enough to prevent these problems. HealthLand hopes to change Hong Kong people’s attitude towards sex education, as well as encouraging partners to have a healthy and happy sex life.

If one does not take adequate safety measures during sexual intercourse, it might increase pathways of venereal disease transmission. There is a latent period for each type of venereal disease, which imposes dangerous threats to the patient. Therefore, it is crucial to teach clients about the characteristics of STDs for STD detection. Anyone would strive for good sexual health.

Healthland provides general preventive vaccination, including the HPV vaccine, hepatitis A and B mixed vaccine, hepatitis A vaccine, hepatitis B vaccine, snake vaccine, influenza vaccine, etc.

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 30 June 2021 – Wype, a local startup, has announced the official launch of an innovative toilet paper subscription solution to help Singaporeans manage their toilet paper in a smarter and a more efficient way.

Wype’s subscription service takes away the hassle of shopping for bulky packs of toilet paper from the supermarket monthly by having toilet paper delivered to Singaporean homes at an affordable price.

Founded by Roy, 25 and Bryan, 25, Wype’s platform has been embraced by Singaporeans keen on signing up to Wype’s subscription plans as indicated by recent subscription numbers.

“Wype is looking to create a simple yet impactful service that could increase the quality of life for all Singaporeans. By taking small daily hassles out of busy schedules, Wype has managed to put an end to this inconvenience.” Says Roy

“Wype’s prices are affordable for a few reasons. Wype customers are essentially buying in bulk and at wholesale price. Adding to that, Wype sell directly to customers instead of paying for shelf space at retailers. These margins are repurposed into free delivery for all Wype customers.” Says Bryan

Wype’s responsibly engineered toilet rolls are ensured to have no unnecessary chemicals to ensure safe usage across all ages and is designed to make every wipe a luxurious experience for the skin.

“Wype has never compromised on quality in any way – our toilet rolls are made with a unique blend of 100% virgin pulp fibres to ensure it’s just as absorbent as it is gentle to your skin and the environment.” says Roy.

Wype’s subscription services is available at https://wype.sg/

ABOUT Wype:

Wype was established as Singapore’s first and only toilet paper subscription and delivery service with the promise of taking care of your toilet paper products via subscribed delivery to your residence every 6 months. Taking the hassle out of hygiene, Wype and makes sure Singaporeans never need to queue at a supermarket for toilet paper ever again.

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24 wineries from around the world achieve Robert Parker Wine Advocate reviewers’ recognition in the inaugural 2021 list

SINGAPORE & NAPA – Media OutReach – 30 June 2021 – Today, Robert Parker Wine Advocate unveils two brand new search filter capabilities on the RobertParker.com website: the ability to search for wines that are certified organic and/or certified biodynamic. Adding to these new search functions is the Robert Parker Green Emblem – a recognition given to selected wineries that have demonstrated extraordinary efforts in the pursuit of environmentally friendly practices.

Definition of Terms

Certified: A “certified” organic or biodynamic wine is one that has been farmed and/or made by methods that have been audited and verified as organic or biodynamic, as dictated by the regulations of one of the internationally recognised third-party organisations.

Organic: Organic viticulture involves a regulated set of farming principles, the degree of strictness versus conventional farming depending on the countries in which the grapes are produced and where the wine is sold. Throughout the world where the use of the word “organic” is legally controlled and protected, regulations can vary. In order to declare grapes as organically grown, the producer will need to seek certification by a recognised third-party auditing institution within the country of production. Usually, a vineyard will need to go through a three-year conversion period of documented and randomly tested adherence to the national legal guidelines before an organically grown certification can be granted. Generally speaking, organic grape growing precludes the use of artificial chemicals such as chemical fertilisers, herbicides and synthetic pesticides in the vineyard. Most countries allow naturally occurring compounds to be applied within stricter limits than conventional agriculture, such as the limited use of sulfur and copper spraying in vineyards for the production of wines from “organically grown grapes.” Major organic certifying organisations around the world include: Ecocert, USDA Organic, BioGro NZ, Australian Certified Organic and EU Organic.

Biodynamic: First established by Rudolf Steiner in 1924, biodynamics is a set of farming practices that follow more philosophically based guidelines than those of conventional farming. It essentially uses a foundation of organic farming methods, such as the exclusion of artificial chemicals, and builds upon these. For example, specially crafted composts and herbal infusions are applied with rigor to vineyards. The movements and phases of celestial bodies are commonly used to determine the timing of key winemaking practices. Biodynamic certifying organisations include: Demeter and Biodyvin.

Robert Parker Green Emblem: Recognises a winery or producer that extends their efforts far beyond the requirements for organic and/or biodynamic certification, serving as true ambassadors for environmentally friendly practices.

Criteria for Awarding the Robert Parker Green Emblem

To qualify for this award, a winery may or may not already be organic and/or biodynamic certified. Beyond or apart from certification, the producer needs to be an outstanding proponent of sustainability who looks towards long-term environmental protection and biodiversity. The Robert Parker Green Emblem is carefully considered and is given on rare and exceptional merit.

Each year, Robert Parker Wine Advocate reviewers nominate new candidates from their regions that they feel are worthy for the Robert Parker Green Emblem. Each nomination is researched and discussed across the editorial group. Once a winery is recognised, all of their wines will carry the Robert Parker Green Emblem going forward, until changes at the winery may result in the recognition being rescinded.

Says Nicolas Achard, CEO of Robert Parker Wine Advocate, “We are aware of the increased consumer desire for responsible and environmentally committed viticulture, and for easier access to this information. In the Robert Parker Wine Advocate team, we share these concerns, which is why we decided to develop the Robert Parker Green Emblem to highlight the vineyards that combine richness of taste and sustainable viticulture. We wish to facilitate the meeting between these committed winemakers, who prove to us how respect for the environment can magnify the terroirs and the vines without compromising the taste and the quality of the wines.”

The Inaugural Robert Parker Green Emblem list

Robert Parker Wine Advocate comprises a global team of ten experienced wine reviewers who are committed to highlighting the world’s best wines, shedding light on magnificent terroirs and their diversity, as well as exceptional craftsmen and timeless traditions. Led by Editor-in-Chief Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW (Master of Wine), the team of expert wine critics delved deeply into their respective assigned regions, and carefully weighed the case for including these wineries into the inaugural list. The first Robert Parker Green Emblem in 2021 includes 24 wineries with impeccable reputations for sustainability. The list is spread across eight countries and five continents. “Our new Organic and Biodynamic filters and the Robert Parker Green Emblem recognitions are our way of recognising the increasing importance to wine consumers of sustainable practices in wine production. No other wine criticism website is thus empowering wine lovers who want to drink more sustainably. With these new enhancements to our website, our subscribers now have the ability to easily find great wines produced with a like-minded philosophy of sustaining the health and viability of our planet for future generations,” says Perrotti-Brown.

Look for the new sustainability filters/symbols when accessing thousands of wine reviews at www.RobertParker.com.

Official hashtags: #RobertParker #WineAdvocate #RobertParkerGreen

About Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Robert Parker Wine Advocate is the world’s premier independent wine buyer’s website with a database of more than 450,000 tasting notes, scores and reviews from professional critics around-the-world. For over 40 years, Robert Parker Wine Advocate (a part of the MICHELIN Group of companies) has been the global leader and independent consumer’s guide to fine wine with its 100-point rating system and in-depth coverage of major wine regions.

For more information, visit www.RobertParker.com.