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Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races Return

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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The Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races jointly organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association (HKCDBA) took place June 24-25.

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  • The Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races jointly organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association (HKCDBA) took place June 24-25.
  • The event welcomed first-time participants from Poland, Australia, Dubai, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, Mainland China, Macao, and Hong Kong.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230627108445/en/
    More than 160 teams of about 4,000 dragon boat athletes from ten countries and regions participated in the Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races to compete for 17 titles in Victoria Harbour.
  • Visitors are welcome to visit the LINE FRIENDS Hello Hong Kong Dragon Boat Photo Spots, and the themed POP-UP STORE at Avenue of the Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui until July 2.

Lenovo Announces FY 2022/23 ESG Report: 3X Generation of Solar Energy and 16M+ lives benefitted through philanthropy

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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Lenovo is building on its tradition of holistic innovations that increase the sustainability of its products and services.

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  • Lenovo is building on its tradition of holistic innovations that increase the sustainability of its products and services.
  • Lenovo reported nearly 300 products (298) that included the recycled plastic content from end-of-life IT and electronics.
  • This is Lenovo’s 17th annual ESG Report, covering the Fiscal Year 2022/23 (April 1, 2022 through March 31, 2023).
  • To find out more about Lenovo's ESG global and local impacts, explore the interactive map here
    1 As determined by internal competitive benchmarking within the technology industry.

“Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races” Returned to Victoria Harbour

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Monday, June 26, 2023
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The “Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races”, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association (HKCDBA), was held in success on 24 and 25 June.

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  • The “Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races”, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association (HKCDBA), was held in success on 24 and 25 June.
  • The tournaments also attracted visitors to gather alongside the Victoria Harbourfront, where they enjoyed the races and cheered for the athletes.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230626883958/en/
    More than 160 teams of about 4,000 dragon boat athletes from ten countries and regions participate in the Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races to compete for 17 titles in the Victoria Harbour.
  • What’s more, the time-limited LINE FRIENDS Hello Hong Kong Dargon Boats Photo Spots were brought to the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui together with the LINE FRIENDS Dragon Boat-themed POP-UP STORE.

Privacy Commissioner Publishes an Article entitled “Navigating Personal Data Privacy and Security in the Age of Digitization” on A Plus

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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Date: 3 May 2023

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  • Date: 3 May 2023
    Privacy Commissioner Publishes an Article entitled “Navigating Personal Data Privacy and Security in the Age of Digitization” on A Plus
    The Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (Privacy Commissioner), Ms Ada CHUNG Lai-ling, published an article entitled “Navigating Personal Data Privacy and Security in the Age of Digitization” on A Plus, the journal of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
  • The Privacy Commissioner pointed out that cyberattacks and data breaches have been on the rise with digitization advancing at breakneck speed.
  • It is therefore important for organizations and professionals, including accountants and chief financial officers, to keep themselves abreast of the latest developments and measures in safeguarding data security.
  • The Privacy Commissioner’s Office published the “Guidance Note on Data Security Measures for Information and Communications Technology” (the Guidance) earlier to provide businesses with recommended data security measures to facilitate their compliance with the requirements of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance.

Tonghai Financial Announces Appointment of Ambrose Lam as Co-Chairman of China Tonghai Capital (Holdings) Limited

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
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HONG KONG, Mar 14, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - China Tonghai International Financial Limited (Stock Code: 00952.HK) is pleased to announce that Mr. Ambrose Lam as the Co-Chairman of its wholly owned subsidiary China Tonghai Capital (Holdings) Limited (Tonghai Capital), with effect from January 15, 2023.

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  • HONG KONG, Mar 14, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - China Tonghai International Financial Limited (Stock Code: 00952.HK) is pleased to announce that Mr. Ambrose Lam as the Co-Chairman of its wholly owned subsidiary China Tonghai Capital (Holdings) Limited (Tonghai Capital), with effect from January 15, 2023.
  • In the new role of Co-Chairman of China Tonghai Capital, Ambrose will support the Group in encompassing all of Tonghai Capital's businesses including IBD, Debt Capital Markets and Capital Market Solutions, providing our clients with a comprehensive service to facilitate their different financing demands.
  • Ambrose is joining Tonghai Financial with impressive track records, adding a wealth of experience at this important juncture.
  • He is expected to drive our corporate finance business into the future, with the clear objective to position Tonghai Financial for a successful future and realize its full potential.

Alibaba Group Appoints Two Independent Directors with Enhanced Corporate Governance

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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The new appointments demonstrate the Companys commitment to corporate governance excellence and diversity at the board level.

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  • The new appointments demonstrate the Companys commitment to corporate governance excellence and diversity at the board level.
  • Following these appointments, the Companys board currently consists of twelve directors, including seven independent directors.
  • The new independent board member appointments are part of Alibabas ongoing enhancement of our corporate governance.
  • I am delighted to join Alibaba, with its mission to make it easier to do business with anyone, anywhere.

May Tan Appointed to Manulife's Board of Directors

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Monday, November 29, 2021
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TORONTO, Nov. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife today announced thatMay Tan has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective December 1, 2021.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife today announced thatMay Tan has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective December 1, 2021.
  • Ms. Tan joins the Manulife Board's Management Resources & Compensation Committee and Risk Committee.
  • Visit Manulife.com for more information on the Company's Board of Directors and Corporate Governance.
  • Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions.For additional information, please visit manulife.com
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HKICPA 20th Anniversary CG Awards reflect the changing times and the impact of COVID-19 on corporate disclosures

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Wednesday, December 2, 2020
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Celebrating their 20th anniversary, the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA)'s Best Corporate Governance Awards (BCGA) continue to set a benchmark for current CG and sustainability standards and best practices in Hong Kong.

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  • Celebrating their 20th anniversary, the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA)'s Best Corporate Governance Awards (BCGA) continue to set a benchmark for current CG and sustainability standards and best practices in Hong Kong.
  • We used HKEX's Listed Issuer Regulation Newsletter, Issue 2, issued in April 2020, which provided guidance on COVID-19-related disclosures, as a benchmark.
  • Turning again to the Awards, about 500 annual reports and around 500 sustainability reports were considered in the initial stage.
  • This 20th anniversary of the BCGA is supported by media sponsors Hong Kong Economic Times, The Standard and ET Net.