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26/09/2025

Relive the excitement of SCMPโ€™s International Schools Festival - Hong Kong Island 2025, proudly presented by AIA Hong Kong and Macau! โœจ

What an amazing day we had! ๐ŸŽ‰ The festival brought together over 3,500 parent registrations and more than 40 schools, creating a vibrant and engaging community for children, parents, and educators alike.

Throughout the event, attendees enjoyed interactive workshops, insightful panel discussions, and fun activities that sparked curiosity and creativity. It was heartwarming to see families connect, share experiences, and explore the diverse educational opportunities available in our city.

๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Donโ€™t miss our highlight video, which beautifully captures the joy and excitement of the day, featuring smiling faces and unforgettable moments!

A heartfelt thank you to our presenting sponsor AIA Hong Kong for their invaluable and generous support on collaborating for a shared vision of shaping the future of world-class education.

We canโ€™t wait to see everyone again soon for more inspiring experiences! Stay tuned for future events!

๐ŸŒŸ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐— ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—”๐˜„๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐˜๐˜€: ๐—๐—ผ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฑ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—”๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—”๐˜„๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฑ๐˜€ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ!Due to overwhelming response, the app...
19/09/2025

๐ŸŒŸ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐— ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—”๐˜„๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐˜๐˜€: ๐—๐—ผ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฑ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—”๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—”๐˜„๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฑ๐˜€ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ!

Due to overwhelming response, the application deadline for the ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฑ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—”๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—”๐˜„๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฑ๐˜€ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ has been extended to ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ, ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ!๐ŸŽ‰

๐Ÿ“ฃ ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ณ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—บ ๐—›๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ž๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—š๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—•๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—”๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ! Join Standard Chartered and the South China Morning Post in celebrating corporates that have driven progress, delivered meaningful impact, and inspired industries during challenging times.

๐Ÿ† ๐—”๐˜„๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฑ ๐—–๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€:
- ๐ŸŒ Cross-border Corporate
- ๐Ÿค Sustainable Corporate
- ๐Ÿ’ป InnoTech Corporate

โœจ ๐— ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—น ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—ท๐˜‚๐—ฑ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐˜€:

๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—๐˜‚๐—ฑ๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฃ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—น:
- Ms Mary Huen, CEO, Hong Kong and Greater China & North Asia, Standard Chartered
- Ms Margaret Fong, Executive Director, Hong Kong Trade Development Council
- Ms Peggy Sito, Business Editor, South China Morning Post

๐—–๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜€-๐—•๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ:
- Ms Helen Hui, Head, Coverage, Hong Kong and Greater China, Corporate & Investment Banking, Standard Chartered
- Prof. Terence Chong, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Dr Patrick Lau, Hong Kong Trade Development Council
- Dr Wingco Lo, The Chinese Manufacturers' Association of Hong Kong
- Mr Patrick Yeung, CEO, Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce

๐—ฆ๐˜‚๐˜€๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ:
- Ms Marisa Drew, Chief Sustainability Officer, Standard Chartered
- Prof Guojun He, The University of Hong Kong
- Prof Carlos Lo, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Mr Francis Ngai, Founder and CEO, Social Ventures Hong Kong
- Mr Dennis Wu, Founding President, GBA Carbon Neutrality Association

๐—œ๐—ป๐—ป๐—ผ๐—ง๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ:
- Mr Anthony Lin, Managing Director, Head of Hong Kong, Greater China & North Asia, Global Head of Market Management, Transaction Banking, Standard Chartered
- Mr Simon Chan, Chairman of Hong Kong Cyberport
- Mr Herbert Chia, Senior Advisor, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence
- Hon. Duncan Chiu, HKSAR Legislative Council Member
- Mr Jason Chiu, Founder, Cherrypicks

๐—ก๐—ฒ๐˜„ ๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ: ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ, ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ.

Visit https://bit.ly/STANDARDCHARTEREDCAA2025 to submit your application today!

Event Status Update๐Ÿ™๐ŸปInternational Schools Festival - HK Island 2025The International Schools Festival will proceed as p...
19/09/2025

Event Status Update๐Ÿ™๐ŸปInternational Schools Festival - HK Island 2025

The International Schools Festival will proceed as planned on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Details on the bad weather contingency plan have been disclosed on our official website.

๐Ÿ‘‰๐ŸปOfficial website: https://www.internationalschoolsfestival.com/page/5209768/weather-contingency-plan

SCMP has made thorough preparations to ensure safety and event success. We will continue monitoring weather conditions and provide updates if necessary. We encourage attendees to monitor government weather advisories and assess travel plans accordingly. Your safety is our priority, and we are committed to delivering a valuable experience regardless of weather conditions.

Should you have any inquiries, feel free to contact [email protected].

18/09/2025

Relive the excitement of the SC WIN Now & Next Challenge Pitch Finale! ๐Ÿš€

โœจ A night celebrating hope, courage, and the power of women's entrepreneurial potential. Witness the journey of 10 extraordinary finalists who dared to dream beyond the ordinaryโ€”bringing to life ideas that could heal, uplift, and transform our world.

From health and social impact to sustainability and technology, their stories remind us that even the smallest spark of an idea can light the way to a better future.

A heartfelt thank you to Standard Chartered, Lift Women , and everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening. Your support brought this campaign to a powerful close!

๐ŸŒ Join us for a half-day seminar designed for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) aiming to grow in ASEAN and China. Thi...
15/09/2025

๐ŸŒ Join us for a half-day seminar designed for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) aiming to grow in ASEAN and China.

This event will offer practical insights and strategies to utilise Singaporeโ€™s strong infrastructure and connectivity as a gateway for expansion into these dynamic markets.

Event Details:
๐Ÿ“… Date: 26 September 2025
๐Ÿ•ค Time: 9:30 AM โ€“ 12:30 PM
๐Ÿ“ Location: Shangri-La Singapore

Speakers including but not limited to:
- Xie Wen, Global Head, SME Banking, Standard Chartered
- Audrey Goh, Head of Asset Allocation, Wealth Solutions, Chief Investment Office, Standard Chartered
- Teresa Tah, General Manager, SME Banking, Singapore, Standard Chartered
- Henson Tsai, Founder & CEO, SleekFlow
- Timothy Zee, Non-Executive Chairman, Altios Group

This seminar is a unique opportunity for SMEs aiming to scale operations, build strategic partnerships, or stay ahead of market trends in one of the worldโ€™s most vibrant economic corridors.

Register your interest: https://scsgsme.scmp.com?promo=sp&tr=true

๐ŸŒ Join us for a dynamic half-day seminar designed to empower SMEs with insights and strategies to harness regional growt...
12/09/2025

๐ŸŒ Join us for a dynamic half-day seminar designed to empower SMEs with insights and strategies to harness regional growth.

Discover how Singaporeโ€™s unparalleled infrastructure and connectivity position it as a launchpad for expansion into ASEAN and China.

๐Ÿ“… Date: 26 September 2025
๐Ÿ“ Location: Shangri-La Singapore
๐Ÿ•ค Time: 9:30 AM โ€“ 12:30 PM

๐Ÿ”‘ Event Highlights:

- Keynote Address: Sustaining trade momentum in the changing global trade dynamics

- Economic Outlook: Insights from Standard Charteredโ€™s leading economists

- Panel Discussion: How to leverage Singapore's strategic position to expand in ASEAN and China

- Networking: Connect with 100 industry leaders and peers to spark new ideas and partnerships

Whether you are looking to scale operations, forge strategic partnerships, or stay ahead of market trends, this event is your gateway to one of the worldโ€™s most vibrant economic corridors.

Register your interest: https://scsgsme.scmp.com?promo=sp&tr=true

Last Call for Tickets! Don't miss out on an incredible opportunity to join us at the International Schools Festival's Pa...
11/09/2025

Last Call for Tickets! Don't miss out on an incredible opportunity to join us at the International Schools Festival's Parents' Talk on Sep 20, 2025!

Discover more about the event and register now:
http://bit.ly/46kuTGB

This is your chance to connect with like-minded parents, share experiences, and learn from the best in the field!

Be a part of an engaging discussion with top headmasters and education experts as they delve into the latest advancements in children's education!

[Parents Talk]
- First Step Toward Success: Navigating the Admissions Process
- Make the Right Choice: Understanding Primary School Curricula in Hong Kong
- Beyond the Ivy League: Exploring New Horizons for Global Education
- From Tech to Classics: What to Study in the Age of AI
- Life Skills for the 21st Century: Why Financial Education Canโ€™t Wait (Sponsored by Mox Bank

[Info Session]
- Christian Alliance International School: The Remarkable Traits of an Education that is the Best For Hong Kong
- Nord Anglia International School - The Future Is Now: Integrating AI into International Education
- ESF EARLY YEARS: Learning in ESF Kindergartens
- The International Montessori Schooli: Bringing Education to the Basics
- AIA: Entering a new era of financial uncertainty: Control the uncontrollable
- Hong Kong International School: Bridging Dual Immersion and Playful Inquiry at HKIS

Early Bird Tickets available now for the Malaysia Inclusion Summit 2025Taking place at The Westin Kuala Lumpur on Octobe...
11/09/2025

Early Bird Tickets available now for the Malaysia Inclusion Summit 2025

Taking place at The Westin Kuala Lumpur on October 14, 2025, the Malaysia Inclusion Summit 2025 brings together leaders, changemakers and specialists across policy, corporate and community sectors who are united by a commitment to actionable inclusion built on practical strategies.

What You Can Expect:
โœจPractical tools and insights to build inclusive workplaces that reflect Malaysiaโ€™s rich mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, and identities
โœจSmart strategies that combine technology with human judgment that reduce bias and foster belonging
โœจAuthentic stories and proven solutions from thought leaders, youth advocates, and practitioners
โœจExpansive conversations covering ethnicity, religion, gender, disability, generational diversity, women in leadership, and beyond

Register NOW to enjoy the early-bird discount and secure your spot!
https://lnkd.in/gRyrt_QX

Co-organiser:
Partner Sponsor: 's Biscuits
Associate Sponsor: Group of Companies

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Giveaway Deadline: September 17, 2025

International Schools Festival 2025 โ€“ Hong Kong Island
Date: September 20, 2025
Time: 9:30 - 16:00๏ผˆAM Registration: 9:00๏ผ‰
Event details: http://bit.ly/3Jt5YJd

Unveiling Opportunities at the Hong Kong-Asean Summit 2025With Asean as Hong Kongโ€™s second-largest trading partner and t...
10/09/2025

Unveiling Opportunities at the Hong Kong-Asean Summit 2025

With Asean as Hong Kongโ€™s second-largest trading partner and the worldโ€™s fifth-largest economy, this summit is the premier platform to grasp market shifts, forge new connections, and position your business at Asiaโ€™s next growth frontier.

We're proud to have successfully held this impactful event, bringing together 300+ in-person attendees and close to 100 virtual participants โ€” including policymakers, business leaders, and industry experts โ€” to dive into ASEANโ€™s evolving economic landscape.

Stay tuned for key takeaways, highlights, and what's next!

Thank you to our sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: UOB
Diamond Sponsor: Hong Kong-ASEAN Foundation
Platinum Sponsor: FWD Insurance
Gold Sponsor: Invest Selangor Berhad

๐Ÿ“ฃHong Kong-Asean Summit 2025 - Speaker Spotlight: Don't Miss This!September 9, 2025 | The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hon...
04/09/2025

๐Ÿ“ฃHong Kong-Asean Summit 2025 - Speaker Spotlight: Don't Miss This!
September 9, 2025 | The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong

With Asean now Hong Kongโ€™s second-largest trading partner and the worldโ€™s fifth-largest economy, this summit is your premier platform to understand market shifts, forge new connections, and position your business at the heart of Asiaโ€™s next growth frontier.

The Hong Kongโ€“Asean Summit 2025 will bring together leading policymakers, business executives, and industry experts to examine the structural trends, investment flows, and strategies shaping Aseanโ€™s economic trajectory.

We are proud to announce the participation of distinguished government and business leaders at the Hong Kongโ€“Asean Summit 2025, including:

- The Hon John KC Lee, GBM, SBS, PDSM, PMSM, Chief Executive, Hong Kong SAR
- YB Anthony Loke Siew F**k, Minister of Transport, Malaysia
- Frederick Chin, Head of Group Wholesale Banking and Markets, United Overseas Bank Limited
- Christine Ip, CEO, Greater China, UOB
- Dr Daryl Ng Win-kong, SBS, JP, Chairman, Hong Kong-ASEAN Foundation
- YB Ng Sze Han, Executive Councillor (EXCO) for Investment, Trade and Mobility Selangor State Government
- Huynh Thanh Phong, OBE, Group Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, FWD Group
- Dr Ceferino S Rodolfo, Undersecretary for Industry Development and Investment Promotions; Managing Head and Vice-Chairman, Board of Investments Department of Trade and Industry Philippines

โ€ฆ and more!

Join Us and Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gcX68vq2

Presenting Sponsor: UOB
Diamond Sponsor: Hong Kong-ASEAN Foundation
Platinum Sponsor: FWD Insurance
Gold Sponsor: Invest Selangor Berhad

๐ŸŒŸ Redefining Hong Kong โ€“ Culture, Sports & Tourism Recap ๐ŸŒŸOn September 1, SCMP Live proudly hosted the Redefining Hong K...
02/09/2025

๐ŸŒŸ Redefining Hong Kong โ€“ Culture, Sports & Tourism Recap ๐ŸŒŸ

On September 1, SCMP Live proudly hosted the Redefining Hong Kong โ€“ Culture, Sports & Tourism conference, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers and cultural influencers to explore ways to elevate Hong Kongโ€™s global brand.

Key highlights included:

๐ŸŽค Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law shared encouraging news โ€“ Hong Kong welcomed 5.15 million visitors in August, marking a post-pandemic record and a 16% increase compared to last year. This strong growth highlights the cityโ€™s ongoing tourism recovery.

๐Ÿ’ก Industry leaders including Allan Zeman, Chairman of Lan Kwai Fong Group, Bernard Chan, Chairman of Our Hong Kong Foundation, and Betty Fung, CEO of West Kowloon Cultural District Authority emphasised the need for a unified โ€œHong Kong Incโ€ mindset, continuous innovation, and sustained investment in world-class sports and cultural infrastructure, noting that Hong Kongโ€™s success depends on its ability to constantly reinvent itself and introduce new offerings that enhance peopleโ€™s lives.

๐ŸŸ๏ธ The new Kai Tak Sports Park was spotlighted as a major draw in Hong Kong, Tang King-shing, Director - Strategic Planning, noted that bookings for its first year are almost completely filled, and flagship events like the Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament continue to draw large international crowds.

๐ŸŽญ Lesz Banham, VP & CFO of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, highlighted the parkโ€™s unique attractions and its mission to create magical experiences that reflect guestsโ€™ dreams, while Colleen Yu, Founder & CEO, EX-R International Ltd, discussed how powerful storytelling can drive the cityโ€™s cultural tourism, emphasising the need for more structured and tailored narratives to engage every type of fan, from music lovers to international visitors.

๐Ÿฉฐ Hong Kong Ballet Artistic Director Septime Webre revealed plans for international collaborations and top talent, showcasing Hong Kongโ€™s creative spirit on the world stage, including the announcement of the debut of a new Bruce Lee-inspired performance, blending local heritage with global appeal.

The conference underscored Hong Kongโ€™s incredible potential as a dynamic cultural and sporting hub, ready to captivate visitors from around the globe.

Thank you to all speakers, sponsors and participants for an inspiring dialogue on shaping the future of Hong Kongโ€™s vibrant identity and tourism economy!

Presenting Sponsor:Lan Kwai Fong HK
Gold Sponsor: ้ฆ™ๆธฏ่ฟชๅฃซๅฐผๆจ‚ๅœ’ | Hong Kong Disneyland
Strategic Cultural Partner: Hong Kong Ballet

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