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Apical Launches Rumah FABA Kreasi Muda Initiative to Support Independent Small Businesses in Dumai

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – Apical, through its business unit PT Sari Dumai Oleo (PT SDO), recently inaugurated the Rumah FABA Kreasi Muda in Lubuk Gaung, Sungai Sembilan, Dumai, Riau. The initiative forms part of the company’s efforts to support community empowerment through productive economic activities.

Rumah FABA Kreasi Muda serves as a production facility for concrete blocks and paving stones using Fly Ash and Bottom Ash (FABA) – non-hazardous by-products generated from Apical’s power plant – as alternative raw materials. These materials are processed into construction products that can support infrastructure development in the surrounding community.

In his remarks, PT SDO Head of General Affairs, M. Jaya Budi Arsa, said the initiative was introduced to strengthen economic independence in communities around the company’s operational areas. “We established Rumah FABA Kreasi Muda to create new business opportunities and support the economic independence of nearby communities. We hope this facility will help enhance residents’ skills and capacity to run sustainable businesses,” he said.

To support the programme’s implementation, Apical, a member of the RGE group of companies founded by Sukanto Tanoto, has provided assistance through the construction of the production facility, the supply of equipment and the provision of a steady supply of FABA as an alternative raw material. This support is intended to enable the community to carry out production in a structured manner while gradually developing independently managed businesses.

Lubuk Gaung Subdistrict Head Syafrianto, S.Sos., M.IP., noted that the Rumah FABA initiative has had a direct impact on youth engagement and local economic development. He also emphasised the importance of continued guidance to ensure the business can grow sustainably.

“Rumah FABA provides space for young people in Lubuk Gaung to take part in productive activities and access new job opportunities. Moving forward, ongoing support will be key to ensuring the business continues to grow and deliver long-term benefits,” he said.

Rumah FABA Kreasi Muda is expected not only to create employment opportunities but also to strengthen the community’s capacity to manage businesses independently. By repurposing available materials, the programme generates added value while promoting resource efficiency.

In line with Apical’s 5Cs business philosophy – doing what is good for Community, Country, Climate and Customer, and only then will it be good for the Company – the company aims to ensure that its operations deliver balanced benefits for society, the environment and long-term business sustainability.
Hashtag: #RGE #Apical #Palm #CommunityEmpowerment #Indonesia

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About Apical

Apical is a leading vegetable oil processor with an expanding global footprint. Our vertically integrated mid-stream refining and value-added downstream processing makes us an integral supplier that supports the needs of various industries namely food, feed, oleochemicals and renewable fuel, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) which enables a great reduction of CO2 emissions.

With integrated assets in strategic locations spanning Indonesia, China and Spain, Apical operates numerous refineries, oleochemical plants, renewable fuel plants and kernel crushing plants. Through joint ventures and strategic partnerships, Apical also has processing and distribution operations in Brazil, India, Pakistan, Philippines, Middle East, Africa, USA and Vietnam.

Apical’s growth is built on the foundations of sustainability and transparency, and motivated by our strong belief that we can contribute to a circular economy for a more meaningful impact, even as we continue to grow our business and deliver innovative solutions to our customers.

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Apical and Partners Target 30,000 Trees in East Kutai in the Second Year of Sustainable Living Village Programme

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – The Sustainable Living Village (SLV) programme, a collaboration between Apical and the Earthworm Foundation, has entered its second year of implementation in East Kutai Regency, East Kalimantan. From 8 to 12 February 2026, the programme resumed activities across Tepian Makmur, Tepian Indah, Tepian Langsat and Tepian Raya villages, focusing on strengthening community resilience through environmental restoration and capacity-building initiatives.

The SLV programme promotes a model for sustainable rural development that balances socioeconomic benefits with environmental protection. Through the programme, smallholders receive guidance on adopting sustainable palm oil practices while also being encouraged to diversify their livelihoods. One such initiative is cacao cultivation, which offers an additional income source while helping to promote more sustainable land use.

A key focus this year is a tree-planting initiative in river buffer zones and areas of high conservation value. The programme aims to plant a total of 30,000 trees to strengthen vegetation cover, safeguard watershed functions and support wildlife habitat protection.

Apical CSR Manager, Agus Wiastono, said the programme is designed to encourage active community participation in protecting high conservation value areas while reinforcing sustainable environmental management.

“Through tree-planting activities and ongoing support, we aim to ensure that efforts to protect riverbanks and natural habitats go hand in hand with strengthening the capacity of village communities,” he said.

Local community groups have also played a direct role in the initiative. In Tepian Baru Village, the Sempekat Benderang Farmer Group, together with Apical and the Earthworm Foundation, planted around 200 trees along river buffer zones as part of the broader programme target. The trees included fruit crops, agroforestry species and native timber, which are expected to deliver both ecological benefits and economic value for the community.

Romi, head of the Sempekat Benderang Farmer Group, said the activity reflects the village’s collective to environmental protection. “We have taken the initiative to protect the riverbanks and the remaining forest areas in our village. By maintaining vegetation cover, we hope the environment will be preserved and continue to provide long-term benefits for the community,” he said.

Bahrun, operations manager at the Earthworm Foundation, added that collaboration is essential to ensuring the programme’s sustainability. “Active community participation strengthens efforts to protect areas with important ecological value. When communities are involved from the outset, the impact becomes more sustainable,” he said.

Beyond tree planting, the SLV programme in East Kutai also includes cacao cultivation on two community land sites, training on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for cacao farmers, and the distribution of 55 Plantation Cultivation Registration Certificates (STDB) to oil palm smallholders. These initiatives improve farming practices while strengthening the legal and governance aspects of smallholder plantations.

Through this ongoing collaboration, Apical, a member of the RGE group of companies founded by Sukanto Tanoto, together with the Earthworm Foundation and local communities, aims to strengthen environmental resilience while creating more stable economic opportunities for villages in East Kutai. The initiative forms part of Apical’s long-term commitment to supporting sustainable development through partnerships with communities and local stakeholders.
Hashtag: #RGE #Apical #Palm #SLV #Community #SustainableRuralDevelopment

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About Apical

Apical is a leading vegetable oil processor with an expanding global footprint. Our vertically integrated mid-stream refining and value-added downstream processing makes us an integral supplier that supports the needs of various industries namely food, feed, oleochemicals and renewable fuel, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) which enables a great reduction of CO2 emissions.

With integrated assets in strategic locations spanning Indonesia, China and Spain, Apical operates numerous refineries, oleochemical plants, renewable fuel plants and kernel crushing plants. Through joint ventures and strategic partnerships, Apical also has processing and distribution operations in Brazil, India, Pakistan, Philippines, Middle East, Africa, USA and Vietnam.

Apical’s growth is built on the foundations of sustainability and transparency and motivated by our strong belief that we can contribute to a circular economy for a more meaningful impact, even as we continue to grow our business and deliver innovative solutions to our customers.

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Phuket Strengthens Appeal for UK Families as Secure International Residential Destination

Growing demand from British buyers, strengthened long-haul connectivity, and the continued evolution of Laguna Phuket are reinforcing the appeal of Thailand’s largest island as a secure and globally connected place to live and invest.

PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – Phuket’s transformation from world-renowned holiday destination into a fully established international residential hub is entering a new phase, supported by rising long-haul arrivals and improving access from the United Kingdom and Europe.

Phuket Strengthens Appeal for UK Families as Secure International Residential Destination

UK buyers represent one of the fastest-growing segments of Phuket’s European residential market, alongside France, Germany, Switzerland and Scandinavia. The island’s year-round climate, quality of life, international schools, structured long-term residency pathways and expanding long-haul connectivity are key factors driving interest from British families and investors.

Thailand welcomed more than 35 million international visitors in 2025, underscoring global confidence in the country as a safe and accessible destination. Long-haul arrivals exceeded 11 million, rising 13% year-on-year and generating approximately 668 billion baht in tourism revenue. The Tourism Authority of Thailand continues to prioritise sustainable, high-value travel, targeting 14 million quality international visitors annually under a value-over-volume strategy.

International connectivity continues to strengthen. European flight capacity increased by more than 16% year-on-year and now stands approximately 5% above pre-pandemic levels. According to Immigration Bureau data, European arrivals reached approximately 7.8 million in 2025, up from 7.2 million in 2024. Direct services from London and Paris, alongside new Scandinavian routes, are reinforcing Phuket’s accessibility for UK travellers.

Improved access is translating into extended stays, remote working flexibility and lifestyle-driven property ownership. Increasingly, visitors are returning not only for holidays, but to explore long-term residency and residential investment opportunities.

Beyond its island setting and established hospitality sector, Phuket offers international-standard healthcare, leading international schools, yacht marinas, championship golf courses and reliable high-speed connectivity. The island combines year-round resort living with the infrastructure required for full-time residence and professional activity.

Industry research ranks Phuket among the world’s leading destinations for branded residences, alongside Dubai, Miami and New York. Foreign buyers account for more than 60% of condominium purchases, reflecting sustained international confidence in the market. Direct air links to more than 80 cities further support its global integration.

At the centre of this residential evolution is Laguna Phuket, developed by Banyan Group. Over 35 years, it has become one of Asia’s most established integrated resort and residential communities. Spanning more than 1,000 acres along Bang Tao Beach, Laguna Phuket includes six hotels, an award-winning golf course, RAVA beach club and more than 3,000 branded residences. Residents from over 70 nationalities call it home within a master-planned environment supported by on-site education and comprehensive lifestyle amenities.

With approximately 5,000 additional residences planned across Laguna Phuket and neighbouring Laguna Lakelands, Phuket’s long-term residential trajectory continues to strengthen.

Phuket today represents more than a holiday destination. It has matured into a secure, internationally connected residential market offering stability, accessibility and enduring value for globally-minded UK families.

Hashtag: #BanyanGroup

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Linklogis Releases 2025 Annual Results: Total Volume of Processed Supply Chain Assets Exceeds RMB500 Billion, Unveiling the “SC+ Platform”

SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – On March 31, 2026, Linklogis Inc. (09959.HK, “Linklogis”) released its 2025 annual results. During the year, the total revenue and income amounted to RMB983 million. Revenue and income in the second half of the year increased significantly by 62% compared with the first half of the year, reaching RMB608 million. In 2025, the total volume of supply chain assets processed by its technology solutions reached RMB508.1 billion, representing a 27% year-on-year increase, while the number of anchor enterprises served increased to 3,145. As of the end of 2025, Linklogis had cumulatively served more than 430,000 SMEs with efficient and convenient digital inclusive fintech services. The company maintained a solid financial position, with cash reserves reaching RMB4.9 billion, while liquidity remained ample.

In addition, Linklogis has always placed shareholder interests at the core of its corporate governance, rewarding investors’ trust through sustained and tangible actions. In August 2025, the Board approved a new share repurchase program of no less than US$80 million to be implemented over a one-year period. Under this repurchase program, the company has cumulatively repurchased shares totaling HK$365 million (approximately US$47 million), demonstrating its confidence in its long-term value through concrete actions.

Focusing on Core Business, Accelerating Business Structure Optimization

In 2025, Linklogis remained focused on its core business and accelerated the optimization of its business structure. The total volume of supply chain assets processed by its technology solutions reached RMB508.1 billion, up 27% year-on-year. With a market share of 22%, the company ranked first in the industry for the sixth consecutive year. The number of anchor enterprises served increased to 3,145, including 54 of China’s Top 100 enterprises and 151 of China’s Top 500 enterprises, while the number of financial institution partners reached 428, further improving the efficiency of industry-finance collaboration.

Linklogis’ supply chain finance technology solutions include Anchor Cloud, which consists of Multi-tier Transfer Cloud, AMS Cloud and Treasury Cloud, as well as FI Cloud, which consists of ABS Cloud and eChain Cloud. In 2025, the total volume of supply chain assets processed by Anchor Cloud reached RMB369.6 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 31%. The total volume of supply chain assets processed by Multi-tier Transfer Cloud reached RMB304.2 billion, surging 47% year-on-year, with its contribution to the group’s total asset volume rising from 52% in 2024 to 60% in 2025. The total volume of supply chain assets processed by AMS Cloud, however, was RMB65.4 billion, down 13% year-on-year due to the continued decline in issuance volume in the supply chain asset securitization market.

The total volume of supply chain assets processed by FI Cloud reached RMB128.9 billion, up 20% year-on-year. Both ABS Cloud and eChain Cloud recorded solid double-digit growth in transaction volume, contributing to a 25% year-on-year increase in FI Cloud revenue. In the ABS Cloud segment, the total volume of supply chain assets processed reached RMB69.1 billion, rising 28% year-on-year. In the eChain Cloud segment, the total volume of supply chain assets processed reached RMB59.7 billion, increasing 13% year-on-year.

Linklogis focused on six key industries, including infrastructure and construction, new energy and advanced manufacturing, and worked with its subsidiary Bytter Technology to deepen targeted cross-selling, achieving breakthroughs in high-quality customer acquisition. Leveraging its one-stop comprehensive industrial-finance solutions and innovative scenario-based applications, Linklogis worked with a number of central and state-owned enterprises and leading private enterprises, including Shougang Group, China Coal Mine Construction Group Corporation and JA Solar Technology, to launch integrated industrial-finance platform projects. At the same time, it provided targeted support to 17 high-quality enterprises, including Shanghai Construction Group, Yunnan Construction and Investment Holding Group and Luzhou Laojiao, covering scenarios such as order financing, bill collateral, and supply chain bill transfer, supporting coordinated growth in both scale and value creation.

Building the “Second Growth Curve”, Unlocking Global Trade Finance Potential

2025 marked a pivotal year for Linklogis’ international business as the company embarked on a new chapter and accelerated the development of its “second growth curve.” During the year, Linklogis officially launched a comprehensive rebranding of its international business, introducing “Unloq” as its new identity for the global market, reflecting its vision of unlocking the potential and efficiency of global trade finance. Guided by a core strategy centered on cross-border trade corridors, scenario-based finance and technology-driven risk management, Unloq is committed to building a globally connected digital supply chain finance platform with strong local execution capabilities.

In line with its core strategy, the company has leveraged its cloud-native technology to launch the innovative “SC+ Platform”, designed to connect global real-world trade with digital finance. The “SC+” signifies its core function of connecting smart contracts with compliant digital payment instruments, forming a technology-enabled solution for global trade finance. The platform is dedicated to building the next-generation digital infrastructure for global trade finance and addressing systemic challenges in cross-border trade, including credit verification, fund turnover, and clearing and settlement efficiency. Through the platform, funders can utilize various compliant payment methods to purchase trade receivables.

To date, Unloq has completed the deployment of the core architecture of the SC+ Platform. Working with multiple commercial partners, Unloq has advanced the rollout of innovative applications leveraging compliant digital payment methods. In 2025, Linklogis successfully secured the bid for a Web3.0-based supply chain finance platform project for a leading central state-owned enterprise, marking a new milestone in its technological capabilities and industry recognition in the field of digital trade infrastructure.

In its international business, Unloq accelerated the expansion of cross-border trade services. In addition to traditional B2B goods trade, cross-border e-commerce and online travel agencies, it also expanded into cross-border logistics, bringing the total number of platform customers to 1,550, representing a net year-on-year increase of 451. With the deeper penetration of the SC+ Platform in cross-border trade finance, the continued expansion of its global localized service network, and the accelerated integration of solutions supporting Chinese enterprises’ overseas expansion, Linklogis’ cross-border and international business is expected to enter a phase of exponential growth in both asset volume and revenue in 2026, embarking on a new chapter of high-quality and sustainable development.

Advancing the “AI-powered Industrial Finance” Strategy: From Internal Empowerment to Industry Value Co-Creation

Linklogis remains committed to its “AI-powered Industrial Finance” strategy and continues to promote the deep integration of AI with supply chain finance across the entire value chain. Built on years of technological expertise and scenario-based refinement, its AI capabilities have evolved from internal productivity tools into a sophisticated intelligence engine that empowers the entire industrial ecosystem. By deeply integrating leading domestic large language models with its proprietary supply chain finance scenario knowledge graph and multimodal business elements, the company has systematically advanced the ongoing iteration and capability enhancement of its self-developed vertical model, LDP-GPT. Building on this foundation, Linklogis has developed the “BeeLink AI Agent” product matrix, covering more than ten core scenarios including intelligent trade document checking, intelligent PBOC registration, intelligent KYC, and intelligent risk management.

In 2025, BeeLink AI Agent continued to deliver breakthroughs in market penetration and commercialization. The number of customers served rose to 42, including domestic and overseas financial institutions and industry leaders such as Standard Chartered Bank, Bank of Hangzhou, and China Electrical Equipment Finance. Processing efficiency improved by 20 times, while accuracy in key processes reached 99%. As AI continues to evolve toward an agent-based paradigm, Linklogis will take “AI Agent+” as a strategic lever to comprehensively upgrade BeeLink AI Agent from functional tools to intelligent collaboration. It will prioritize breakthroughs in advanced capabilities such as cross-system task coordination, natural-language interactive decision-making, and adaptive workflow optimization, enabling customers to move from point intelligence to enterprise-wide intelligence, and from business insights to intelligent decision-making, thereby delivering end-to-end value across the entire value chain.

Linklogis actively responded to China’s “dual carbon” strategy and high-quality development agenda by embedding ESG principles into product innovation and the entire service lifecycle, leveraging technology to advance green finance, inclusive finance, and sustainable development. In 2025, the volume of sustainable supply chain assets served by the company exceeded RMB66.8 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 80%, with its share of total serviced assets rising from 9% in 2024 to 13% in 2025. During the year, SMEs that obtained financing through Linklogis Supply Chain Multi-tier AR Transfer Platform benefited from an average financing cost of only 2.85%. The company continued to deepen its presence in four key sectors—renewable energy, rural revitalization, environmental protection, and public health—while further expanding into sustainable sectors such as the new energy vehicle supply chain, green buildings, and the circular economy. Through these initiatives, it directed financial resources more precisely to key segments that generate both green and low-carbon benefits and strong social impact, gradually building a broader and more influential sustainable development ecosystem that integrates industry and finance.

Expanding Full-scenario Deployment, Enhancing the Smart Industrial Finance Treasury Product Matrix

Through the acquisition of Bytter Technology, Linklogis made a strategic entry into the corporate treasury management sector. By synergizing management teams and business operations, the company successfully established the Treasury Cloud product line, providing diverse customers with end-to-end treasury management services covering settlement operations, cash planning, financing management, risk monitoring, and intelligent decision-making. As a key component of Linklogis’ “Smart Industrial Finance Treasury” strategy, Treasury Cloud is anchored by a dual-engine approach powered by AI and data, and has established a comprehensive product matrix, including the F1 treasury management system and T6 cash management system for anchor enterprises, the bank treasury system for financial institutions, and the Yingzilian SaaS platform for SMEs.

Since September 11, 2025, Bytter Technology has been consolidated into the group’s financial statements. The integration of the Treasury Cloud business has been fully completed. Linklogis will continue to deepen resources integration and business collaboration between Treasury Cloud and the group’s other supply chain finance technology businesses in areas such as product R&D, channel expansion and customer service. The company will accelerate the development of an integrated, intelligent and scalable Smart Industrial Finance Treasury platform, providing customers with one-stop digital solutions covering treasury management and industrial-finance collaboration.

Charles Song, founder, Chairman and CEO of Linklogis, said: “The year 2026 marks the tenth anniversary of Linklogis. As we stand at the threshold of a new decade, we will remain firmly committed to a core strategy of being technology-driven and globally connected, while steadfastly advancing our dual-engine approach of deepening domestic industrial finance and expanding global digital trade. We will seize opportunities amid transformation and strengthen our competitive advantages through innovation. In the domestic market, we will continue to advance the “AI-powered Industrial Finance” strategy. Anchored by the comprehensive upgrade of BeeLink AI Agent, we will accelerate AI’s evolution from scenario-based enablement to ecosystem-level collaboration. At the same time, leveraging our full-stack capabilities in Smart Industrial Finance Treasury solutions, we will continue to refine our integrated one-stop solutions, consolidate our market leadership, and ensure the steady growth of our core business. In international markets, we will accelerate the expansion of global cross-border digital trade networks through Unloq and roll out the SC+ Platform along key global trade corridors. We aim to become a key builder and connector in the ongoing digital and intelligent transformation of global trade finance. The future is already unfolding. Only the adaptable can prevail, and only the persistent can go the distance. With technology as our oar and industry as our vessel, Linklogis will continue to join forces with our partners, embarking together on the magnificent journey toward a digital and intelligent future for global industrial finance.”

Hashtag: #Linklogis

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Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Holds Annual General Meeting Dinner, Embarking on a New Milestone After Its 30th Anniversary

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 March 2026 -The Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association (PRPA) successfully hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) Dinner. Following the kick off of the Association’s 30th anniversary, this year marks the Association’s official entry into a new chapter. The dinner brought together numerous public relations (PR) industry elites, business leaders, academic representatives, and media friends to jointly witness this significant moment as the Association builds on its past and opens a new chapter.

Heavyweight guests gathered at the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Annual General Meeting Dinner. (Seated from left to right: Dr Linda Tsui, Professor Anthony Wu, Dr John Chan, Mr Purry Chiu, Mr Chan King Cheung; Back row from left to right: Prof CF Kwan, Mr Richard Tsang, Mr BC Lo, Mr Xie Jinfen, Ms Miranda Leung, Mr King Cheng, Mr Perry Mak, Ms Agnes Hui)
Heavyweight guests gathered at the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Annual General Meeting Dinner. (Seated from left to right: Dr Linda Tsui, Professor Anthony Wu, Dr John Chan, Mr Purry Chiu, Mr Chan King Cheung; Back row from left to right: Prof CF Kwan, Mr Richard Tsang, Mr BC Lo, Mr Xie Jinfen, Ms Miranda Leung, Mr King Cheng, Mr Perry Mak, Ms Agnes Hui)

Mr Richard Tsang, Chairman of the Organising Committee, and Prof. Kwan Chuk-fai, Honorary President, expressed their deepest gratitude to Dr John Chan, Advisor to the Association, for his long-standing support. In addition, Dr Chan has long served as the Chairman of the PRPA Organising Committee and Advisor since the inception of the “Hong Kong Public Relations Awards”. Over the years, he has facilitated the Association’s development with his wealth of experience and unfailing support, providing valuable guidance to the industry. The Association extends highest respect and gratitude to Dr Chan for his unwavering commitment and dedication over the years.

All committee members at the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association paid special tribute and expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Advisor Dr John Chan (7th from left).
All committee members at the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association paid special tribute and expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Advisor Dr John Chan (7th from left).

The Association also announces the conferment of the title of Honorary President upon Prof. Kwan Chuk-fai. Prof. Kwan is one of the founding members of PRPA. He possesses profound expertise and outstanding achievements in the fields of public relations, corporate communications, and crisis management. For many years, he has been dedicated to promoting industry development and nurturing the next generation, guiding peers to seize opportunities in the ever-changing communications ecosystem.

The Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Annual General Meeting announced the conferment of the title of Honorary President upon Prof. Kwan Chuk-fai (left), pictured with Mr Purry Chiu, President of the Executive Committee (right).
The Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Annual General Meeting announced the conferment of the title of Honorary President upon Prof. Kwan Chuk-fai (left), pictured with Mr Purry Chiu, President of the Executive Committee (right).

Over the past 30 years, the Association has laid a solid foundation for promoting the professional development of the public relations industry in Hong Kong. Stepping into a brand-new stage of development, the Association will not only continue to provide a high-quality exchange and learning platform for practitioners but also lead the industry in actively responding to new challenges in the era of digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI).

Fellow member and founder of the Christ-based Fund, Mr B.C. Lo, delivered a keynote speech at the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Annual General Meeting Dinner.
Fellow member and founder of the Christ-based Fund, Mr B.C. Lo, delivered a keynote speech at the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Annual General Meeting Dinner.

Delivering his speech, Mr Purry Chiu, President of the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association, stats: “Following our joyous celebration of PRPA’s 30th anniversary last year, we are officially stepping into a new chapter of the Association’s development this year. The accumulation of thirty years has given us a solid foundation. Facing the future, the PR industry has transformed into a core force for corporate strategy and brand building. Special thanks to Dr John Chan and Prof. Kwan Chuk-fai; with their vision and wealth of experience, they have led PRPA to new heights, continuing to manifest the spirit of ‘Connecting the Industry, Achieving Excellence’, and creating greater value for the PR industry in Hong Kong and the Greater China region.”

A group photo of some of the founding members attending the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Annual General Meeting, including (from left to right): Ms Angel Chung, Ms Germaine Lui, Prof. Kwan Chuk-fai, Dr King Cheng, and Ms Mabel Kwan.
A group photo of some of the founding members attending the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Annual General Meeting, including (from left to right): Ms Angel Chung, Ms Germaine Lui, Prof. Kwan Chuk-fai, Dr King Cheng, and Ms Mabel Kwan.

Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Executive Committee Members 2026-2027

President
Purry Chiu (2024- )

Vice Presidents
Marina Watt
June Lau

Honorary Treasurer
Agnes Hui (Former President)

Honorary Secretary
Chloe Kiosk

Committee Members (in alphabetical order of surnames)
Maria Cheung (Former President)
Sharon Cheung
Loretta Fong
Angela Mak
Veronica Tse
Ruby Wan (Former President)
Meigi Wong
Xenia Wong

At the dinner, fellow member and founder of the Brothers & Sisters in Christ Foundation, Mr B.C. Lo, delivered a keynote speech. Mr Lo shared his wealth of experience in handling numerous public relations crises and emphasised that corporate management should include PR professionals in the decision-making echelons, allowing a greater share of voice and involvement in order to fully unleash the greater value that PR could bring to the business.

Congratulations to the three outstanding participants of the PRPA Student Attachment Programme: Jiselle (second from left), Rainbow Chan (third from left), and Fiona Kwong (2nd from right).
Congratulations to the three outstanding participants of the PRPA Student Attachment Programme: Jiselle (second from left), Rainbow Chan (third from left), and Fiona Kwong (2nd from right).

The seminar held that afternoon also invited several heavyweight guests to share their industry insights. Key topics included the application of artificial intelligence in communication strategies, ethics and trust in the digital media era, as well as cross-sector collaboration and social responsibility. Attendees generally agreed that the integration of AI and public relations is an irreversible megatrend. The Association should assist practitioners in enhancing their digital capabilities and ethical judgement, and facilitate multi-party collaboration to exert the public influence of PR.

Mr Richard Tsang, Chairman of the 30th Anniversary Organising Committee of the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association (first row, 6th from right); Dr John Chan, Advisor to the Association (first row, 7th from left); Prof. Anthony Wu, Chairman of the Hong Kong Public Relations Awards Organising Committee (first row, 7th from right); Honorary Presidents Dr Linda Tsui and Prof. Kwan Chuk-fai (first row, 6th and 2nd from left respectively); along with members of the Steering Committee and Executive Committee, took a group photo on stage, witnessing this important moment together with all the guests.
Mr Richard Tsang, Chairman of the 30th Anniversary Organising Committee of the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association (first row, 6th from right); Dr John Chan, Advisor to the Association (first row, 7th from left); Prof. Anthony Wu, Chairman of the Hong Kong Public Relations Awards Organising Committee (first row, 7th from right); Honorary Presidents Dr Linda Tsui and Prof. Kwan Chuk-fai (first row, 6th and 2nd from left respectively); along with members of the Steering Committee and Executive Committee, took a group photo on stage, witnessing this important moment together with all the guests.

Looking ahead, the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association will continue to uphold its professional spirit, keep a finger on the pulse of the times, and work hand in hand with the industry to propel Hong Kong’s public relations sector to continue shining on the international stage. The Association will also successively roll out a series of training programmes, forums, and cross-sector projects to support members in facing the new opportunities and challenges in the era of digitalisation and AI.

Hashtag: #PRPA

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About the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association

Established in May 1995, the Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals’ Association Limited (“PRPA”) is a non-pro􀃶t professional body comprising public relations practitioners in Hong Kong. Since its inception, the Association has been actively promoting public relations as a profession and providing regular meetings and forums to practitioners for exchanging views and sharing experience. PRPA believes that public relations will continue to play a significant role in helping organisations as well as the development of Hong Kong’s economy.

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香港公共關係專業人員協會舉行周年晚宴 邁進三十周年後新里程

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年3月30日 – 香港公共關係專業人員協會 (協會) 隆重舉行周年晚宴。繼去年成功慶祝協會成立三十周年,今年的晚宴標誌著協會正式邁進發展的新階段與新里程。晚宴匯聚眾多公關業界翹楚、商界領袖、學術界代表及傳媒好友,共同見證協會承先啟後的重要時刻。

香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會晚宴重量級嘉賓聚首。
香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會晚宴重量級嘉賓聚首。

協會三十周年籌委會主席曾立基先生及名譽主席關則輝教授特別對長期支持協會的顧問陳祖澤博士表達深切感謝。陳博士自「香港公共關係獎」創辦以來,長期擔任獎項籌委會主席及協會顧問,多年來以豐富經驗與無私支持助力協會發展,為業界提供寶貴指引。協會謹此向陳博士多年來的堅守與奉獻致以崇高敬意與衷心謝意。

香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會全體委員會委員特別向顧問陳祖澤博士(中)致以崇高敬意與衷心感謝。
香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會全體委員會委員特別向顧問陳祖澤博士(中)致以崇高敬意與衷心感謝。

大會宣布頒發名譽主席名銜予關則輝教授。關教授在公共關係、企業傳訊及危機管理領域擁有極高造詣與卓越成就,多年來一直致力推動行業發展及培育後進,並引領同業在瞬息萬變的傳訊生態中把握機遇。

香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會宣布頒發名譽主席名銜予關則輝教授(左)。由執行委員會會長趙敬揚先生頒發。
香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會宣布頒發名譽主席名銜予關則輝教授(左)。由執行委員會會長趙敬揚先生頒發。

過去三十年,協會為推動香港公共關係行業的專業發展奠定了堅實基礎。踏入全新的發展階段,協會將以「傳承與創新」為核心,不僅繼續為從業員提供優質的交流與學習平台,更將帶領業界積極應對數碼化及人工智能時代下的新挑戰。

香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會晚宴上資深會員、基督為本基金創辦人盧炳松先生發表主題演講。
香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會晚宴上資深會員、基督為本基金創辦人盧炳松先生發表主題演講。

香港公共關係專業人員協會會長趙敬揚先生在致辭時表示:「繼去年我們歡慶協會成立30周年,今年我們正式踏入協會發展的新篇章。三十年的積累讓我們擁有堅實的基礎,面對未來,公關行業已蛻變為企業戰略與品牌塑造的核心力量。特別鳴謝陳祖澤博士及關則輝教授,憑藉他們的遠見與豐富的經驗,帶領協會邁向新高峰,繼續發揮『聯通業界,成就卓越』的精神,為香港以至大中華區的公關行業創造更大價值。」

香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會其中出席創會會員合影,(左起):鍾慕貞女士、雷淑雯女士、關則輝教授、鄭景鴻博士,以及關月嫦女士。
香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會其中出席創會會員合影,(左起):鍾慕貞女士、雷淑雯女士、關則輝教授、鄭景鴻博士,以及關月嫦女士。

香港公共關係專業人員協會執行委員會成員 2026-2027

會長
趙敬揚 (2024- )

副會長
屈家妍
劉俊嫻

義務司庫
許翠鳳 (前會長)

義務秘書
郭玫

委員(按筆劃)
王惠賢
方子敏
尹美玉 (前會長)
汪苑姿
張一心 (前會長)
麥嘉盈
章詠欣
謝韻婷

晚宴上,資深會員、基督為本基金創辦人盧炳松先生發表主題演講。盧先生分享了處理多次公關危機的豐富經驗,並強調企業管理層應把公關專業人員納入決策層,賦予更多發聲權與參與權,才能更加發揮公關可為業務帶來的更大價值。

恭賀三位協會學生實習計劃表現優秀的學員,分別為 Jiselle (左二)、Rainbow Chan ( 左三),以及Fiona Kwong (右二)。
恭賀三位協會學生實習計劃表現優秀的學員,分別為 Jiselle (左二)、Rainbow Chan ( 左三),以及Fiona Kwong (右二)。

當日下午舉辦的研討會亦邀請多位重量級嘉賓分享業界見解,重點議題包括人工智能在傳訊策略中的應用、數碼媒體時代的倫理與信任、以及跨界合作與社會責任等。與會者普遍認為,AI與公共關係的融合已是不可逆的大趨勢,協會應協助從業員提升數碼能力與倫理判斷,並促成多方協作,發揮公關的公共影響力。

香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會三十周年活動籌委會主席曾立基先生(第一排右六)、協會顧問陳祖澤博士 (第一排左七)、香港公共關係獎籌委會主席胡定旭教授 (第一排右七)、名譽主席崔綺雲博士、關則輝教授(第一排左六、左二)、一眾導向委員會成員、執行委員會成員台上合影留念,與一眾嘉賓一同見證重要時刻。
香港公共關係專業人員協會周年大會三十周年活動籌委會主席曾立基先生(第一排右六)、協會顧問陳祖澤博士 (第一排左七)、香港公共關係獎籌委會主席胡定旭教授 (第一排右七)、名譽主席崔綺雲博士、關則輝教授(第一排左六、左二)、一眾導向委員會成員、執行委員會成員台上合影留念,與一眾嘉賓一同見證重要時刻。

展望未來,香港公共關係專業人員協會將繼續秉持專業精神,緊貼時代脈搏,與業界攜手並肩,推動香港公共關係行業在國際舞台上持續發光發亮。協會亦將陸續推出一系列培訓、論壇與跨界項目,支持會員面對數碼化與AI時代的新機遇與挑戰。

Hashtag: #PRPA

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關於香港公共關係專業人員協會:

香港公共關係專業人員協會 (協會) 是一個由公關從業人員組成的非牟利專業團體,成立於1995年5月。自成立以來,一直致力推廣公共關係為專業,定期舉行講座及論壇,以達致交流意見及經驗之目的。協會深信公共關係在機構及香港經濟發展方面持續扮演著重要角色。

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Vantage Data Centers Partners with Malaysia Forest Fund to Advance Malaysia’s Sustainability Agenda

Funding initiatives under the Forest Conservation Certificate to support sustainable forestry and biodiversity protection

SINGAPORE & MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 March 2026 – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced a partnership with the Malaysia Forest Fund (MFF), an agency under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability of Malaysia (NRES), to strengthen the efforts to protect and conserve Malaysia’s forests while delivering tangible benefits to local communities in Selangor. Through this collaboration, Vantage will contribute to the Penjaga Gunung (Mountain Guardian) project, one of the key initiatives under the Forest Conservation Certificate (FCC) protocol managed by the Malaysia Forest Fund.

Fitri Abdullah, Country Managing Director, Malaysia of Vantage Data Centers (second from the right) receives the conservation agreement from Malaysia Forest Fund, reflecting the joint commitment towards forest conservation and environmental sustainability.
Fitri Abdullah, Country Managing Director, Malaysia of Vantage Data Centers (second from the right) receives the conservation agreement from Malaysia Forest Fund, reflecting the joint commitment towards forest conservation and environmental sustainability.

His Highness Crown Prince of Selangor Tengku Amir Shah Ibni Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj and YB Dato’ Sri Arthur Joseph Kurup, Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, witnessed the conservation agreement exchange between Vantage Data Centers, Malaysia Forest Fund and Your Idea Maker for the implementation of the Penjaga Gunung project in Selangor. The initiative covers approximately 108,000 hectares of the Selangor Royal Heritage Forest area and engages villages from the Orang Asli community.

The Penjaga Gunung project aims to foster environmental stewardship among the youth of the Orang Asli, the Indigenous peoples of Peninsular Malaysia, while preserving their cultural heritage and creating sustainable livelihoods for the community. Through structured program and certified skills development, participants will be trained to become nature guides and community rangers, enabling them to develop village-based eco-tourism and conservation services that generate long-term income streams. This new generation of forest guardians will be equipped with essential knowledge to enhance protection of Selangor’s forest reserves and biodiversity while supporting habitat restoration to strengthen ecosystem resilience.

The Conservation Agreement Exchange Ceremony for the Penjaga Gunung Project was witnessed by His Highness Crown Prince of Selangor Tengku Amir Shah Ibni Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj (middle) and YB Dato’ Sri Arthur Joseph Kurup, Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (third from the left). Fitri Abdullah, Country Managing Director, Malaysia was the representative of Vantage Data Centers (far right).
The Conservation Agreement Exchange Ceremony for the Penjaga Gunung Project was witnessed by His Highness Crown Prince of Selangor Tengku Amir Shah Ibni Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj (middle) and YB Dato’ Sri Arthur Joseph Kurup, Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (third from the left). Fitri Abdullah, Country Managing Director, Malaysia was the representative of Vantage Data Centers (far right).

“Our support for Penjaga Gunung turns conservation into high-caliber, meaningful career opportunities. We are shaping a future where sustainable livelihoods and professional skills development go hand in hand with protecting the planet, ensuring that environmental sustainability is guided by the wisdom of protecting indigenous cultural heritage”, said Fitri Abdullah, country managing director, Malaysia of Vantage Data Centers. “Vantage is committed to building and operating our hyperscale digital infrastructure responsibly. We will continue to strengthen the community by investing in workforce development programs and aligning our efforts with local priorities and the Malaysian government’s digital vision.”

Vantage has established a strong presence in Malaysia with two hyperscale campuses in Cyberjaya, Selangor, in addition to one of the region’s largest campuses in Johor, all of which support cloud and AI transformation across the Southeast Asia region. For more information on Vantage’s APAC platform, please visit https://vantage-dc.com/data-center-locations/apac/.

Hashtag: #VantageDataCentre #VDC #MalaysiaForestFund #MFF

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About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers is a global leader in digital infrastructure serving the world’s most influential AI and cloud providers. With operations spanning North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage delivers capacity at unrivaled speed and scale, driven by a relentless commitment to operational excellence and customer success. Vantage is empowering transformative companies to shape the future.

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Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025-26圓滿結束 AI創新聚焦環境永續與運動科技 學界科技比賽激發青年無限創意與實踐能力

香港專業教育學院(沙田)、聖保羅書院、大埔舊墟公立學校分別贏得組別冠軍 聖保祿學校獲最踴躍參與學校獎

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年3月30日 – 三星電子「Solve for Tomorrow」學界科技比賽旨在激發全球青年創新思維,運用科技應對社會及全球挑戰。比賽覆蓋68個國家及地區,香港區自2013年起舉辦,成功啟發眾多學生,鼓勵實踐創新。本屆比賽特別設立兩大核心主題,旨在引導學生深入探索科技的無限可能。第一個主題是「科技實現環境可持續發展」,鼓勵學生關注當前全球面臨的氣候變遷、資源耗竭及生態保育等重大環境挑戰,並運用創科手段,提出具前瞻性的永續發展解決方案。第二個主題是「運動結合科技推動社會改變」,旨在激發學生思考如何透過運動科技的結合,促進社會共融、提升全民健康、乃至於激發社區活力。這兩大主題均鼓勵學生跳出傳統框架,積極運用人工智慧(AI)及其他尖端技術,構思出具創意、前瞻性及實踐價值的新型解決方案,藉此應對當前社會所面臨的複雜挑戰,為建構更美好未來貢獻智慧與力量。

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025-26圓滿結束,見證年青一代與 Samsung攜手以科技創造更美好未來。
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025-26圓滿結束,見證年青一代與 Samsung攜手以科技創造更美好未來。

比賽於2025年9月至2026年3月期間舉行,由資訊科技教育領袖協會協辦,同時得到香港特別行政區政府教育局「商校合作計劃」及香港教育城全力支持。今年比賽一共吸引超過250隊來自100間大專院校及中小學參與,各參賽隊伍各展所長,以獨特視角探討如何運用科技,真正解決社會問題。

三星電子香港董事總經理趙依音希望比賽能夠培養年青一代成為新的科技領袖, 以嶄新方向為本地創科注入新的活力。
三星電子香港董事總經理趙依音希望比賽能夠培養年青一代成為新的科技領袖, 以嶄新方向為本地創科注入新的活力。

三星電子香港董事總經理趙依音表示:「Samsung一直堅信,科技不僅是改變生活的工具,更是推動社會進步的重要力量。『Solve for Tomorrow』鼓勵年青人以創意思維及科技,回應真實世界的需要與挑戰。我們深信這不單純是一場比賽,而是一趟旨在培育及賦能年輕一代的創新探索之旅。尤其是 AI的普及,為新一代帶來前所未有的創新機遇。本屆比賽中,我們很高興見到學生積極運用 AI 及不同科技方案,從社區、環境、運動、可持續發展等範疇出發,提交了出具啟發性及實踐價值的傑出作品,充分彰顯了香港年輕一代的卓越創意、敏銳觀察力及高效解難能力。」

Samsung持續培育未來創科人才
她亦希望比賽能夠鼓勵更多學生踏出自己的舒適圈,並強調:「本賽事不僅旨在激發學生創意,構思創新方案,我們更希望透過提供多元化的學習機會,著重培養他們的解難、批判性思考、團隊協作和溝通表達等關鍵技能。這將有助於他們在瞬息萬變的智能時代中,充分裝備自己,從容應對未來的挑戰。我們深信,藉此比賽發掘並培育更多年輕的創科人才,攜手為香港乃至全球的創科發展貢獻力量。」

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow學界科技比賽不僅提供豐富獎金獎品,更積極響應教育局「商校合作計劃」,為學生提供寶貴實踐機會、大專組別冠軍可獲企業實習機會,而中學組別的冠軍及亞軍提供職場體驗,讓學生們為未來投身社會做好準備。Samsung Solve for Tomorrow不單希望燃點學子們對科技與STEM領域的熱情,更為他們踏上創新之路奠定堅實基石,激勵眾多歷屆優勝者至今仍持續在創新旅途上砥礪前行。

決賽獎項出爐 展現非凡創意
經首輪評選,95件優秀作品成功晉級次輪比賽,並參與設計思維工作坊及作品指導,在專家導師建議下進一步改良其創新方案。最終,評審團中選出每組別的最後三強,共九支隊伍晉身決賽,這些隊伍將在決賽中詳細介紹其作品理念與成果,競逐最終殊榮。

大專組冠軍 – 「AquaPulse」。由香港專業教育學院(沙田)研發的「AquaPulse」, 是一款結合潮汐能與太陽能的 AI 海岸防護系統,它配備儲能電池, 可實現全天候不間斷運作。系統融合毫米波雷達與 AI 視覺技術,即使夜間或惡劣天氣條件下, 仍能穩定偵測墜海等異常狀況,一旦偵測到異常, 便能透過燈柱定位即時通報救援團隊,大幅縮短黃金反應時間。同時,「AquaPulse」亦能同步監測氣溫、浪高等環境數據,致力為香港打造更安全、更可持續的海濱空間。

中學組冠軍 –「Plastine」。由聖保羅書院研發的「Plastine」, 是一款專為淡水環境設計的微塑膠移除系統。它採用先進的電凝聚技術,透過鋁電極促使水中的微塑膠聚集成團, 便於乎後續的過濾與採集,並以太陽能作為驅動能源。系統結合物聯網(IoT)感測器與人工智能演算法,能智能分析並推薦最佳部署位置,「Plastine」聚焦於香港微塑膠濃度較高的河流環境,有效淨化水源、保障公眾健康,並積極修復受影響的水生生態系統。

小學組冠軍 –「Yoga 24 Go!」養生運動程式。由大埔舊墟公立學校研發的「Yoga 24 Go!」,是一款創新的養生運動應用程式。它巧妙地將中醫二十四節氣對應人體十二經絡的養生智慧相結合,根據不同節氣, 引導使用者透過特定的瑜伽體式伸展相應的人體經筋。此設計旨在遵循從「順時養生」的原則,藉此實現春養肝、夏養心、秋養肺、冬養腎的健康目標。

得獎名單(方案詳情可參閱附錄):

大專 冠軍
  • 香港專業教育學院(沙田)
亞軍
  • 香港專業教育學院(沙田)
季軍
  • 青年學院(九龍灣)
優異獎

3名)

  • 香港大學
  • 香港專業教育學院(沙田)
  • 香港浸會大學
學組 冠軍
  • 聖保羅書院
亞軍
  • 聖士提反女子中學
季軍
  • ESF Island School
優異獎

3名)

  • 鳳溪第一中學
  • 宣道會陳朱素華紀念中學
  • 拔萃女書院
學組 冠軍
  • 大埔舊墟公立學校
亞軍
  • 英華小學
季軍
  • 金巴崙長老會耀道小學
優異獎

3名)

  • 油蔴地天主教小學(海泓道)
  • 瑪利曼小學
  • 東華三院蔡榮星小學
最踴躍參與學校獎
  • 聖保祿學校

Hashtag: #Samsung #SolveForTomorrow #三星

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Samsung Solve for Tomorrow簡介

全球領先科技公司三星電子有限公司一直致力透過科技創新,為人類帶來劃時代智能生活,為全世界創造更美好的未來。除此之外,Samsung亦透過旗下企業公民計劃中的Solve for Tomorrow比賽凝聚全球年青人的創意及對新科技的熱情,解決當地的社會問題。在2013年,Samsung首次把這個極具意義活動帶到香港,不但激發了數以萬計香港學生的創意,亦為不同的香港社會問題提供各式創新解決辦法。Samsung更希望透過Solve for Tomorrow比賽開創STEM的教育思維,鼓勵香港學生在提升涵蓋科學、科技、工程,以及數學各個STEM領域知識的同時,培養出一顆關懷社區的熱心,將STEM知識應用在貢獻社會上。透過這項計劃,我們希望為世界培育出兼具科技知識,同時心繫社會的明日領袖。如欲了解更多有關Samsung Solve for Tomorrow的資料,可瀏覽:

三星電子有限公司簡介

三星電子有限公司藉著劃時代的創新理念及科技,啟迪全球人類創意,同時塑造人類的未來生活。三星電子有限公司亦致力為全球的電視、智能手機、可穿戴式裝置、流動平板、生活家電、網絡系統、記憶體、系統晶片(System LSI)、晶圓(Foundry)及LED解決方案帶來革命性轉變,提升至更高水平。如欲獲取最新資訊,可瀏覽Samsung新聞中心:

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Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025-26 Concludes Youth-Driven AI Forges Sustainable & Sports Tech Futures Igniting Creativity and Practical Skills

Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Shatin), St. Paul’s College, Tai Po Old Market Public School Crowned Champions with St. Paul’s Convent School Named Most Active Participant

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 March 2026 – Samsung ‘Solve for Tomorrow,’ a global inter-school technology competition operating in 68 countries, has been held in Hong Kong since 2013, empowering youth to address social and global challenges through innovation. This year, two core themes guided participants: Topic 1: Environmental Sustainability via Technology — Create sustainable solutions to protect our planet via AI, and Topic 2: Social Change through Sport & Tech: For Better Futures — Harness the power of AI technology and sports to open new opportunities. Both themes rigorously challenged students to innovate beyond traditional boundaries, leveraging AI and cutting-edge technologies to develop creative, practical solutions to complex societal issues and actively shape a better future.

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025-26 concludes, as Samsung and the next generation unite to forge a brighter, tech-powered future.
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025-26 concludes, as Samsung and the next generation unite to forge a brighter, tech-powered future.

Running from September 2025 to March 2026, the competition, co-organized by AiTLE and fully backed by the HKSAR Education Bureau’s ‘Business-School Partnership Programme’ and Hong Kong Education City, attracted over 250 teams from 100 tertiary, secondary and primary schools. Each team demonstrated unique technological approaches to tackle pressing social issues.

Yiyin Zhao, Managing Director, Samsung Electronics H.K. Company, Limited, aims for the competition to shape future technology leaders and drive new vitality and innovation in Hong Kong’s tech sectors.
Yiyin Zhao, Managing Director, Samsung Electronics H.K. Company, Limited, aims for the competition to shape future technology leaders and drive new vitality and innovation in Hong Kong’s tech sectors.

Yiyin Zhao, Managing Director, Samsung Electronics H.K. Company, Limited, stated: ‘Samsung has always believed technology is not merely a tool for changing lives, but a vital force driving social progress. ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ empowers young people to leverage creative thinking and technology to address real-world needs and challenges. It’s more than a competition; it’s a journey of innovative exploration that nurtures and empowers the younger generation. The widespread adoption of AI, in particular, presents unprecedented opportunities for innovation. This year, we were delighted to see students actively using AI and diverse technological solutions across the community, environment, sports, and sustainability, submitting outstanding, inspiring, and practical work. This truly demonstrates the remarkable creativity, keen observation, and effective problem-solving skills of Hong Kong’s youth.”

Samsung Nurtures Tomorrow’s Tech & Innovation Leaders
She also hopes the competition will encourage more students to step out of their comfort zones: “Beyond stimulating creativity and developing innovative solutions, we aim to cultivate critical skills: problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, and communication. This equips students to navigate the challenges of our rapidly evolving intelligent era confidently. We believe this competition will discover and cultivate the next generation of innovation and technology talent, contributing significantly to both Hong Kong’s and global innovation.

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow extends beyond monetary rewards, actively aligning with the Education Bureau’s ‘Business-School Partnership Programme’ to provide invaluable hands-on experience. Tertiary champions secure corporate internships, while secondary champions and first runners-up gain critical work experience, preparing them for future careers. The competition ignites students’ passion for technology and STEM, building a robust foundation for their innovation journeys and continually inspiring alumni to pursue pioneering solutions.

Final Awards Reveal Extraordinary Creativity
After the initial judging round, 95 outstanding projects advanced. They then refined their innovative solutions in Design Thinking workshops and through expert guidance. The judging panel then selected the nine finalists—the top three teams from each category, who will present their detailed project concepts and results, vying for the ultimate recognition.

Tertiary Category Champion “AquaPulse” – Developed by the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Shatin), AquaPulse is an AI coastal protection system powered by continuous 24/7 tidal and solar energy with integrated storage. It reliably detects abnormalities such as falling into the sea, even at night or in adverse weather, using millimeter-wave radar and AI vision. Upon detection, it instantly notifies rescue teams via lamppost positioning, significantly shortening response times. AquaPulse also monitors environmental data, aiming to create safer, more sustainable waterfronts for Hong Kong.

Secondary Category Champion “Plastine” – Developed by St. Paul’s College, Plastine is a solar-powered microplastic removal system for freshwater environments. It utilizes advanced electrocoagulation with aluminum electrodes to aggregate microplastics for efficient filtration and collection. Combining IoT sensors and AI algorithms, Plastine intelligently identifies optimal deployment locations. Focused on Hong Kong’s microplastic-rich rivers, it purifies water, safeguards public health, and restores aquatic ecosystems.

Primary Category Champion “Yoga 24 Go!” Wellness Exercise App – Developed by Tai Po Old Market Public School, “Yoga 24 Go!” is an innovative wellness application. It intelligently integrates the health wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine’s 24 solar terms with the body’s 12 meridians. Guiding users through specific yoga poses for each solar term, the app promotes “seasonal wellness” by targeting health goals such as nourishing the liver in spring, the heart in summer, the lungs in autumn, and the kidneys in winter

Award List (for details, please refer to the appendix):

Tertiary Category Champion
  • Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Shatin)
1st Runner-up
  • Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Shatin)
2nd Runner-up
  • Youth College (Kowloon Bay)
Merit Award (3 teams)
  • The University of Hong Kong
  • Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Shatin)
  • Hong Kong Baptist University
Secondary Category Champion
  • St. Paul’s College
1st Runner-up
  • St. Stephen’s Girls’ College
2nd Runner-up
  • ESF Island School
Merit Award (3 teams)
  • Fung Kai No.1 Secondary School
  • Christian Alliance SW Chan Memorial College
  • Diocesan Girls’ School
Primary Category Champion
  • Tai Po Old Market Public School
1st Runner-up
  • Ying Wa Primary School
2nd Runner-up
  • Cumberland Presbyterian Church Yao Dao Primary School
Merit Award (3 teams)
  • Yaumati Catholic Primary School (Hoi Wang Road)
  • Marymount Primary School
  • TWGHs Tsoi Wing Sing Primary School
The Most Active Participating School Award
  • St. Paul’s Convent School

Hashtag: #Samsung #SolveforTomorrow

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About Samsung Solve for Tomorrow

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is an annual competition that brings together the creativity and passion for new technologies of young people around the world to solve social problems in local communities. In 2013, Samsung introduced this meaningful event to Hong Kong, inspiring tens of thousands of students to develop innovative solutions to address social issues in the City. Samsung is promoting the new educational philosophy of STEM. Besides encouraging Hong Kong students to deepen their knowledge of STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics – Samsung hopes that they can develop empathy and a sense of responsibility and apply their STEM knowledge to contribute to society. Through the competition, Samsung hopes to cultivate tomorrow’s thought leaders, equipping them with both technological knowledge and a sense of responsibility as global citizens. To learn more about Samsung Solve for Tomorrow, please visit:

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions, consistently elevating their performance and innovation to new heights. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at .

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「植牙知識講座」 了解植牙原理與風險 助市民掌握口腔健康資訊

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年3月30日 – 為提升香港市民對植牙治療的正確認識,護齒先鋒團隊將於2026年5月15日(星期五)舉辦「認識植牙——口腔健康知識講座」,透過深入淺出的講解,讓公眾了解植牙的醫學原理、適應症、潛在風險及護理注意事項,協助市民在面對牙齒缺失問題時,能夠作出更全面而知情的判斷。活動費用全免,名額有限,歡迎有興趣的市民提早報名。

認識植牙知識 助市民作知情選擇

牙齒缺失不僅影響咀嚼功能,亦可能對面部骨骼結構及整體口腔健康造成長遠影響。坊間對植牙的了解往往流於片面,公眾有需要獲取更全面、以實證為基礎的資訊,以便在與牙科醫生溝通時能夠充分表達自己的關注。是次講座將由註冊牙科醫生主講,內容以客觀資訊為主,並明確說明植牙的優點與局限,讓參加者對這一治療方式有均衡的認識。

講座會講解植牙的基本知識及相關考慮因素,可瀏覽 www.nixondental.com/植牙 參考相關教育資訊,並就此提問。

講座內容簡介

  • 植牙的醫學原理:介紹植牙(牙科種植體)的基本結構、常用物料及手術流程,以及牙槽骨癒合的生理機制
  • 適應症與禁忌症:講解哪些人士適合進行植牙評估,以及可能影響療效的身體狀況(如糖尿病、骨質疏鬆、吸煙等)
  • 風險與常見併發症:客觀說明植牙手術的潛在風險,包括感染、植體失敗及鄰近神經或組織問題,並介紹預防方法
  • 植牙後護理要點:講解術後護理的實證建議,包括口腔衛生習慣、定期複診的重要性及長遠維護注意事項
  • 問答環節:公眾可就植牙相關的口腔健康疑問向牙科醫生提問,以獲取準確、客觀的資訊參考


活動詳情

日期 2026年5月15日(星期五)
時間 下午3:00至5:00
地點 中環診所
對象 公眾人士(歡迎有牙齒缺失問題或希望了解植牙知識的市民參加)
費用 全免
報名方式 致電診所或登入 www.nixondental.com 查詢及登記

名額有限,額滿即止。本講座純為教育用途,旨在提供以實證為基礎的口腔健康知識,協助市民在面對牙科治療選擇時能夠更有效地與其牙科醫生溝通。

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