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Enjoy up to 35% off for family rooms with complimentary breakfast and delightful amenities for the little ones HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 May 2025 – As summer approaches, the award-winning Dorsett Wanchai, Hong Kong, and Dorsett Mongkok, Hong Kong under Dorsett Hospitality International, are thrilled to introduce the Family Stay & Play experience for family travelers. With the Fantastic 4 Family package, guests can enjoy up to 35% off family rooms, complimentary breakfast for the entire family, and a wide range of thoughtful and delightful amenities for the little ones. A Beyond Thoughtful Family Stay & Play Experience From the moment guests step into the hotel, they are welcomed by a complimentary candy bar (available daily from 6-7 pm). Upon check-in, children receive a surprise “Little Foodies” snack box and the hotel’s signature Jasper teddy, providing adorable companionship throughout their stay in Hong Kong. Inside the rooms, families will find a range of kids’ amenities, including kid-size slippers and branded shower products. For families traveling with babies, the hotels offer complimentary rentals of baby cots, feeding amenities, and bathing and hygiene essentials, ensuring a hassle-free stay. To keep kids entertained, Teddy Jasper’s Adventure Kit, complete with board games and a music night light, is also available. At Dorsett Wanchai, children will be delighted with an in-room piñata surprise (for selected bookings) and the Star Wars pinball machine in the hotel lobby. Enjoy up to 35% off stays in our spacious family rooms, including Triple Rooms, Family Quad Rooms, and Interconnecting Rooms with our Fantastic 4 Family package. Additional benefits include: Complimentary daily breakfast for the whole family Flexible check-in/out times and a full 26-hour stay (exclusive to official website bookings)^ Branded bath amenities and personalized slippers for kids Welcome gifts such as the “Little Foodies” Snack Box, Jasper Teddy and in-room surprise sweet treats Free Baby Gear Rentals, including baby dining essentials, bathing and hygiene amenities, and Jasper’s Adventure Kit for a fun stay experience BOOK NOW to take advantage of these fantastic offers and enjoy a truly memorable stay! For more information and reservation, please visit: Dorsett Wanchai Dorsett Mongkok ^Not applicable to Family Quad Room bookings at Dorsett Mongkok. Above offers are available from now until December 31, 2025. Please refer to the hotel website for details. Hashtag: #DorsettWanchai #DorsettMongkok The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 May 2025 – Vessira, the Shanghai-rooted luxury furniture brand blending Italian craftsmanship with refined Asian aesthetics, will make its international debut at the Dubai INDEX Exhibition 2025, held from May 27–29 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event marks a pivotal launchpad for the brand’s expansion across the Middle East and Southeast Asia, including key markets such as Indonesia and Singapore. Ms. Lim Positioning itself at the intersection of global luxury and cultural craftsmanship, Vessira offers collections that unite the precision of Italian materials—including Carrara marble, walnut, and brass—with a design language inspired by Asian minimalism and warmth. The result: timeless, curated furniture that elevates space through elegance, subtlety, and intention. Design Without Borders Vessira’s entry into the Middle Eastern market is a critical milestone in its global strategy. “Dubai is the gateway,” says a company spokesperson. “It connects East and West, and reflects the kind of cross-cultural fluency Vessira stands for.” Following its showcase at INDEX, the brand plans to build regional partnerships in hospitality, luxury residential, and boutique design, supported by future showrooms and curated project collaborations. With operations based in Shanghai, Vessira draws on its strategic location to work closely with Asia’s design capitals, while maintaining its commitment to quality through longstanding relationships with Italian ateliers and global artisans. Crafted for a New Era of Luxury Vessira isn’t just a brand—it’s a philosophy of modern living. Each piece is created with enduring value in mind: sustainable, ethically sourced, and crafted to age gracefully over time. The brand avoids short-term trends, opting instead for designs that reflect calm sophistication and architectural depth. Its signature aesthetic embraces soft silhouettes, creamy marbles, earthy tones, and artisanal joinery, curated for clients who seek more than decoration—they seek identity and emotion in every detail. Legacy Reimagined Founded by Fransisca Lim, a Chinese-Indonesian entrepreneur with family roots in luxury property and hospitality development across Shanghai and Jakarta, Vessira channels a legacy of refined living into tangible form. While Lim’s name is not the focus of the brand, her vision—shaped by both heritage and a global perspective—continues to guide its direction. Looking Ahead Following its debut in Dubai, Vessira will continue expanding into markets with a strong appetite for design-led luxury, including Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Long-term plans include establishing regional showrooms and flagship experiences that bring the brand’s cross-cultural ethos to life. Hashtag: #vessira #vessiradubai #vessirainternational #luxuryliving #homeliving #italianfurniture #indexexhibitiondubai #indexexhibition2025 https://vessiradesignsbyitalia.mystrikingly.comhttps://www.instagram.com/vessiradubai/ The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Vessira Vessira is a Shanghai-based luxury furniture brand that fuses Italian materials with Asian design sensibilities. Focused on sustainable craftsmanship and global storytelling, the brand serves high-end residential and hospitality markets with a vision rooted in heritage and shaped for the future of living.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 May 2025 – Donald Trump’s rise to the U.S. presidency was marked by a series of bold and unconventional policy proposals that many pundits deemed radical at the time. Given the length of the campaign and the public nature of his platform, one would think that the market had plenty of time to prepare and price in the potential policy shifts well in advance. However, it turned out that investors were caught off guard by the extent of the upheaval that ensued. Indeed, the first 100 days of Donald Trump’s presidency were characterised by extreme volatility and uncertainty for the global financial markets. In this article, Octa broker reviews Trump’s policies and analyses their consequences for the global financial markets. Photo credit: Shutterstock Donald Trump assumed office on 20 January 2025, and market volatility has been rising ever since. Some of Trump’s initiatives, particularly his aggressive trade policies, have sent shockwaves through equities, currencies, and commodities, leaving retail forex traders scrambling to adjust. Meanwhile, larger investors struggled to adapt to the rapid pace of proposed reforms and their far-reaching consequences. Overall, the first 100 days of President Trump saw heightened risk aversion and widespread uncertainty, which resulted in sharp fluctuations in asset prices and currency exchange rates as traders reacted to every policy announcement, tweet, and speech from President Trump and his new administration. Below is a list of just a few of the notable days that shook the markets. Major currencies’ performance since Donald Trump took office Source: Octa Major market-moving events 20 January. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) dropped by more than 1.20% after news surfaced that the new administration will not immediately impose trade tariffs, prompting a rally in the currencies of some U.S. trading partners: notably, the Mexican peso (MXN), the Euro (EUR) and the Canadian dollar (CAD). It should be noted that prior to the sharp decline, the greenback had been rising almost uninterruptedly since September 2024, almost reaching a three-year high ahead of Trump’s inauguration as the market assumed that higher tariffs would spur inflation, prompting the Federal Reserve (Fed) to pursue a more hawkish monetary policy. 1–3 February. In the future, historians may label 1 February as the official start of a global trade war. On this day, Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, along with an additional 10% tariff on China. The market’s reaction was highly negative. U.S. stock futures slumped in early Asian trading on Monday, 3 February, with Nasdaq futures down 2.35% and S&P 500 futures 1.8% lower. U.S. oil prices jumped more than $2, while gasoline futures jumped more than 3%. Meanwhile, the Canadian dollar and Mexican peso weakened substantially, with USDCAD surging past the 1.47900 mark, a 22-year high, and USDMXN touching a 3-year high as economists warned that both countries were at risk of recession once the tariffs kick in. Later that day, Trump agreed to delay 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico for a month after both countries agreed to take tougher measures to combat migration. 3–5 March. This is when the market began to seriously worry about the health of the global economy and a risk-off sentiment became evident. As fresh 25% tariffs on most imports from Mexico and Canada, along with the 20% tariffs on Chinese goods, were scheduled to take effect on 4 March, investors started to sell-off the greenback and flock into gold (XAUUSD) as well as into alternative safe-haven currencies, such as the Swiss franc (CHF) and the Japanese yen (JPY). In just three trading sessions (from 3–5 March), DXY plunged by more than 3% while the gold price gained more than 2%. 6 March. Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing a U.S. cryptocurrency reserve. However, it was unclear how exactly this reserve would work and just how much it would differ from Bitcoin holdings already in place. Many crypto enthusiasts were disappointed, which triggered a five-day downturn in BTCUSD, culminating in Bitcoin briefly dipping below the crucial $80,000 level on 10 March. 2 April. The trade war entered the next stage when Trump unveiled his long-promised ‘reciprocal’ tariffs strategy, essentially imposing import duties on more than a hundred countries. The market route began with equity markets losing billions of dollars in valuation. S&P 500 lost more than 11% in just two days, while DXY dropped to a fresh six-month low. 9–11 April. Trade war drama continued to unfold. Financial markets were stunned by President Trump’s abrupt reversal on tariffs. Duties on trading partners, which had taken effect less than 24 hours prior, were largely rolled back as the President announced a 90-day freeze on the reciprocal tariffs. However, a 10% blanket tariff was still applied to most nations. In contrast, the trade conflict with China escalated sharply. Following China’s 84% retaliatory tariff on U.S. goods, the U.S. increased tariffs on Chinese imports to 125%. This, combined with existing duties, brought the total U.S. tariff burden on Chinese imports to 145%. Kar Yong Ang, a financial market analyst at Octa broker, comments: ‘I will remember that day for a long time. Traders were stunned by Trump’s sudden U-turn on trade policy and really struggled to make sense of it all. A knee-jerk reaction was to simply buy gold and ask questions later.’ Apart from country-based tariffs, Trump also introduced additional import tariffs on aluminium and steel and ordered a probe into duties on copper imports. Overall, his aggressive trade policies have fueled speculation about the global recession, which explains why gold has been one of the best-performing assets since Trump took office. Kar Yong Ang comments: ‘We are dealing with a rather unusual situation. Even a global depression is not out of the question as tariffs may disrupt supply chains, hurting global output while also contributing to stronger inflationary pressure. This will certainly complicate monetary policy decisions. If I were to describe Trump’s first 100 days in just two words, it would be “run

SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 May 2025 – Confessions, a psychological suspense series written and directed by Wong Ching-Po and starring Ethan Juan, Gingle Wang, Alyssa Chia, Yi-Wen Chen, and Vivian Sung, officially wrapped filming on May 3. Hosted by Bowie Tsang, the press conference gathered the full cast and creative team. The set, featuring tree root installations and a Mondrian-inspired carpet, was meticulously designed. With a stellar team including multiple Golden Horse and Golden Bell Award winners, Confessions has drawn strong interest from international markets. Creative Roundtable: Elite Team Continues the Legacy, Delving Into the Gray Areas of Human Nature The series, from the creative team behind The Pig, The Snake, and The Pigeon, underwent four months of preparation and 120 days of filming. Building on the “violent aesthetics and philosophical musings” of its predecessor, Confessions adds socially conscious suspense elements that heighten the narrative’s intensity and complexity. It delves deeper into psychological issues such as family trauma and moral conflict. Ethan Juan shared that his character, Lin San, has a complex inner journey that mirrors many aspects of his own life. He described the experience as if he were stepping into Lin San’s shoes, not only portraying the character’s life but also undergoing a personal choice of his own throughout the process. First Teaser: Stark Aesthetics Hit Home At the press conference, the teaser trailer “Destined Suspense” was unveiled. With chilling lighting and intense sound design, it builds a bold aesthetic that amplifies suspense. The trailer reveals the characters’ psychological unraveling as they navigate family feuds and moral entanglements across two generations, drawing viewers into hidden truths and the abyss of human nature. Eight character stills and a themed poster were unveiled, using black-and-white tones to evoke a sense of psychological warfare and mystery, deepening the audience’s immersion in the characters’ minds. The series will be introduced to mainland China by Youhug Media and Youku, and exclusively streamed on Youku. Following the event, Confessions entered post-production. The team will fuse Eastern and Western cultural elements, using sharp editing and visual effects to help Chinese drama cross linguistic and regional borders. With its striking dark aesthetic and universal moral themes, the show aims to leave a bold mark on the psychological suspense genre and redefine the peak of Chinese storytelling. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Zoho’s continuous R&D and AI innovations across a highly integrated tech stack bring seamless, business-wide context to Zoho’s over 100 million users SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 May 2025 – Zoho Corporation, a global technology company, today announces the addition of 10 new services and features within Zoho Creator, the company’s low-code application development platform. This aligns with Zoho’s pledge to invest solely in AI capabilities that drive real-time, practical, and secure benefits to business users. Zoho Creator’s new AI assistant, CoCreator, facilitates faster, simpler, and more intelligent app building with the use of voice and written prompts, process flows, and business specification documents. Powered by Zia, Zoho’s AI assistant, CoCreator drives shorter go-to-market timeframes and democratizes app creation for users at diverse skill levels—all without requiring add-ons to a customer’s existing subscription. Zia has been a bridge across the company’s full product suite, including Creator, since its launch in 2015. As artificial intelligence finds greater utilization in a business’s day-to-day operations, Zoho’s full ownership of its tech stack and deep AI integration provides customers with a higher level of contextual AI across all company workflows than competitors, allowing for a tool that understands your data and anticipates how it can be utilized. “Since Creator’s introduction in 2006, the focus has been on simplifying and speeding up the app development process without sacrificing functionality. This enabled our users to launch millions of apps successfully,” says Gibu Mathew, VP and GM, Zoho APAC. “AI allows us to take it to another level, shortening the time from an idea to an app. Today’s announcement raises the baseline on speed of quality app creation with deep capabilities, without adding costs.” Creator’s new features are available today for all users, and include: Idea-to-App Generation: Leverage capabilities of ZohoAI or OpenAI to develop full-fledged applications including contextual integrations, automations, permission sets and insightful dashboards. By using text or voice prompts, process flow diagrams, or systems documentations like software requirement specifications (SRS), Creator will provide domain-specific suggestions, ideas for relevant fields, and modules tailored to a customer’s business. Component generation using AI: Contextual component development enhances existing applications with prompt-based form generation. In addition, Zia proactively recommends contextual fields within an existing form, a feature missing in most similar low-code app development tools. Code generation and optimization: With Zia’s prompter, various developer personas can use prompts to automatically generate contextual code blocks tailored to application requirements and structure. This feature can also be used to optimize and annotate existing code blocks for ideal performance. Data cleansing and modelling: Quickly transform unstructured data from various file types and databases into customized apps, aided by advanced AI-based data prep capabilities that remove inconsistencies and bring logical structure to detail. AI Skills: Enables businesses to build apps with specialized skills that can interpret natural language instructions, analyze business context, and coordinate a chain of actions (powered by Deluge and specialized AI models) to intelligently automate everyday processes. Feature currently available in Early Access only, set to launch in General Availability in June 2025. Deploy a custom AI model with context-specific data to meet specific requirements, with support for custom models for OCR, prediction, and object detection. Zoho Artificial Intelligence Differentiation Zoho is committed to designing and incorporating artificial intelligence guided by the principles of customer privacy and value. Our generic AI models across contextual, assistive, and agentic AI, are not trained on consumer data and do not retain customer information. Zoho builds AI tools with usefulness in mind, striking a balance between providing AI technology that assists workers while right-sizing models that don’t require burdening consumers with additional costs.Hashtag: #zoho #zohocreator https://www.zoho.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/zohoapac The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Zoho Corporation With 55+ apps in nearly every major business category, Zoho Corporation is one of the world’s most prolific technology companies. Zoho is privately held and profitable with more than 18,000 employees globally with headquarters in Austin, Texas and international headquarters in Chennai, India. Zoho APAC HQ is located in Singapore. For more information, please visit: www.zoho.com/ Zoho respects user privacy and does not have an ad-revenue model in any part of its business, including its free products. The company owns and operates its data centers, ensuring complete oversight of customer data, privacy, and security. More than 100 million users around the world, across hundreds of thousands of companies, rely on Zoho everyday to run their businesses, including Zoho itself. For more information, please visit: https://www.zoho.com/privacy-commitment.html

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 May 2025 – On May 6, F88 Investment Joint Stock Company (F88) was officially recognised as a public company, marking a major milestone in its growth and bringing the firm closer to its long-term goal of being listed on the stock exchange. An F88 pawn shop in Hà Nội. F88 is now eligible to become the first alternative financial services provider to move towards a listing on Việt Nam’s stock market. Photo courtesy of F88 This transition signals a new chapter in the company’s sustainable development, underpinned by higher standards of corporate governance and transparency. The State Securities Commission (SSC) confirmed that F88 has fulfilled the requirements to become a public company in accordance with the Securities Law. Per regulations, companies recognised as public must register for UPCOM trading within 30 days. With this approval, F88 shares are now eligible to trade as the first alternative financial services provider on the UPCOM platform, targeting unbanked customers and moving towards a listing on Hồ Chí Minh City Stock Exchange (HOSE). Alternative finance refers to financial services offered outside the traditional banking and finance system, such as peer-to-peer lending and microfinance. “Becoming a public company is a critical milestone in our development roadmap as we move towards UPCOM registration,” said Phùng Anh Tuấn, founder and chairman of F88. “It affirms our ongoing efforts to improve transparency and standardise corporate governance in line with international benchmarks. This also sets a strong foundation for our future listing on the Hồ Chí Minh Stock Exchange (HOSE), as we strive to create long-term value for both our mass-market customers and shareholders.” Tuấn said that this milestone not only reflects the company’s internal progress, but also represents the growing recognition of Việt Nam’s alternative finance sector, as F88’s business model has successfully met the stringent criteria set by the SSC and is now poised to be welcomed by public investors. Backed by reputable foreign investors including Mekong Capital, Việt Nam Oman Investment (a joint venture between the Government of Oman’s State General Reserve Fund and Việt Nam’s State Capital Investment Corporation) and Granite Oak, F88 has expanded to nearly 900 branches nationwide since its founding in 2013. The company’s core business is centred on inclusive financial services — offering loans, insurance and banking products to individuals who have limited access to traditional financial institutions. In the first quarter of 2025, F88 disbursed over VNĐ3.28 trillion, a 25 per cent year-on-year increase. Revenue rose by 21.5 per cent while pre-tax profit surged by 204.1 per cent compared to the same period last year. F88 aims to become a leading retail financial group in Việt Nam, reshaping how the population accesses financial services. The company envisions a future where every Vietnamese citizen can engage with formal, transparent financial products that support a better quality of life. “To realise that vision, we must attract more capital from investors and financial institutions by adopting higher standards in governance, operations and finance,” Tuấn said. “Becoming a public company and listing on the stock exchange is a key step toward achieving that goal.” In addition to its long-term partners, F88 is currently working with new domestic and international lenders to diversify its funding sources in 2025. The company has also rolled out detailed strategies for each business segment, aligned with its broader strategic vision and sustainability goals. F88 plans to leverage technology to digitise operations, streamline service delivery and ensure safe, efficient handling of millions of transactions. This year, the company targets revenue growth of over 40 per cent and aims to increase its customer base by more than 30 per cent. Hashtag: #F88 https://f88.vn/english The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About F88 Founded in 2013, F88 is Việt Nam’s leading retail finance chain in the alternative finance sector, focusing on inclusive financial services such as lending, insurance distribution and banking products. The company primarily serves customers who lack access to conventional banking and credit services. As of early May 2025, F88 operates 888 branches across the country. F88 has gained widespread recognition for its performance and workplace culture, including being named one of Asia’s Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work. It is also the first and only alternative finance company in Việt Nam to receive the Client Protection Certificate — a global standard for safeguarding financial consumers. In April 2025, local credit rating agency FiinRatings upgraded F88’s credit outlook from “Stable” to “Positive”, citing improvements in asset quality and the company’s continued market leadership.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2025 – Chubb Life Hong Kong today announced the launch of Health Up Insurance Plan (Health Up), a digital insurance plan aimed at promoting and facilitating well-being practices for individuals wishing to achieve a healthier lifestyle. Belinda Au(middle), Mercedes Ho (Right), with Health Up Partners Health Up is designed to offer term life coverage and accidental death protection1 with a comprehensive suite of health and wellness offers to customers aged 18 to 55. The annual Premium2 of Health Up is HKD800, around HKD2.19 per day, offering exceptional value to health-conscious individuals. Upon enrollment, customers will receive exclusive access to a wide range of health and wellness offers, provided by health product and service providers such as Comvita, Doctor’s Choice, EC Healthcare, Eu Yan Sang, JP Partners Medical, Naturo Vita, and Vita Green. These services include medical and hearing checkups, dental scaling, and the opportunity to choose supplements such as cordyceps, chicken essence, probiotics, and immune system boosters. In addition to promoting better health through diet and exercise, Health Up provides a new approach to fostering a healthy lifestyle through allowing customers to select one health and wellness service each year, tailored to their individual wellness needs. For the younger, tech-savvy generation seeking a convenient, simple and fast digital application experience, Health Up provides an easy application process through Chubb Life Hong Kong’s digital platform. Plus, an exclusive discount is available for MoneyBack App members, one of the largest loyalty programs in Hong Kong, is available along with extra MoneyBack points rewards. Members can redeem a unique promo code through the app and make purchases on Chubb Life’s Health Up webpage to enjoy the offer. There is no requirement for a health examination or financial background check. Belinda Au, President of Chubb Life Hong Kong and Head of North Asia, said, “We recognise the importance of a comprehensive and holistic approach to personal protection, health, and well-being in today’s environment. With Health Up’s simplicity and seamless online application process, we believe Health Up will encourage our customers to adopt lifestyles that prioritise their personal well-being, and enhance their overall health and wellness.” To encourage a lifestyle focused on preventive protection, members of Health Up’s partners3 will enjoy a 30% discount using a special promotion code provided by the partners. Alternatively, customers may also access the Health Up webpage via the supporting partners’4 channels to take advantage of a limited-time 30% discount5 available from April 30 to June 30, 2025. Health up is powered by Chubb Studio, the company’s market-leading global digital integration platform, which created a simple and seamless customer journey for Health Up customers. For more details, please visit: https://ap.studio.chubb.com/v2/hk/chubb/healthup/pweb-healthup/en-HK. Click here and download for more press photos. Remarks: 1 While the Policy is in force, the Company will pay the Accident Death Benefit if the Insured sustains an injury which directly and solely results in his / her death within 12 months from the date of Accident. 2 Premiums do not include the levy which is collected by the Insurance Authority. The Premium is not guaranteed, and Chubb Life reserves the right to revise or adjust the Premium according to our applicable Premium rate upon each Policy Anniversary, subject to other terms and conditions, if any, as set out in the Policy. 3 Health Up Partners include Comvita, Doctor’s Choice, EC Healthcare, Eu Yan Sang, JP Partners Medical, Naturo Vita, Vita Green. 4 Supporting Partners included Cosmart, ESD Life, HK01, Midland, Moneyback, Shopback, SportSoho and My TV Super. 5 This limited-time 30% discount is applicable from April 30 to June 30, 2025. Following the promotional period, a standard 20% discount will be reinstated. “Disclaimer: **Important Note**: Health Up Insurance Plan is an insurance product underwritten by Chubb Life Insurance Hong Kong Limited (“Chubb Life”). As Watson MoneyBack (HK) Limited (“MBHK”) is not a licensed insurance intermediary. MBHK will not advise nor arrange the purchase of any insurance plan or provide any sales support under The Offer. MBHK Program Members hereby acknowledge and agree that they should not rely on any information, recommendation or advice provided by MBHK in making a purchase decision on Chubb Life’s online platform. MBHK is not in any way holding itself out as an insurance agent nor an insurance intermediary. MBHK is not advising, negotiating, arranging, inviting, inducing or attempting to invite or induce the MB Program Members to enter into an insurance contract or to make an application for an insurance contract. MBHK is not in any way attempting to carry out any regulated activities as defined under the Insurance Ordinance (Cap. 41 of Laws of Hong Kong).” Hashtag: #Chubb The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Chubb Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb employs approximately 43,000 people worldwide. Additional information can be found at: www.chubb.com.

Nearly 800 Students Participate in the Selection to Become Future World Champions HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2025 – Title-sponsored by CTF Life and organised by Kai Tak Sports Initiative (KTSI), the “Fencing Plus” Training Programme (“Programme”) officially kicked off at the Kai Tak Arena Grand Hall on 4 May 2025 and marked the inaugural participation for CTF Life‧CIRCLE members. Through the holistic and structural development framework of the Programme, it aims to discover potential fencing athletes and cultivate a new generation of sports elites in Hong Kong, promoting the “Sports for All” culture and enhancing professionalism. Qualified apprentices will undergo a close to two-year structured training and can compete at the “Fencing Plus” Cup. Outstanding performers in the competition will receive professional training, and a chance to participate in the Hong Kong Under-14 Cadet Pre team. They will also have the opportunity to compete in the “Asian Youth Elite Fencing League”, supported by CTF Life, sharing the stage with fencers from around the world. An Experiential Day was also held on the Kick-Off Day, where the public participated in challenges to test their fitness skills, in preparation for next year’s registration for the programme. Group photo at the press conference. Joining on stage includes Denise Au-Yeung, Chief Strategy Officer of CTF Life (third from the left); Director (Strategic Planning) of Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP), King-shing Tang (third from the right); Chairman of the Hong Kong Fencing Association, Wing Sun Yeung (first from the left); Head Coach of the Programme, Antonio Lam (first from the right); Celebrities Panther Chan (second from the right) and Mike Tsang (second from the left). Among the distinguished guests at the Kick-Off Ceremony to witness this significant moment were Chief Strategy Officer of CTF Life, Denise Au-Yeung; Director (Strategic Planning) of Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP), King-shing Tang; Chairman of the Hong Kong Fencing Association, Wing Sun Yeung and Head Coach of the Programme, Antonio Lam. The event also invited Hong Kong fencing athletes, Moriah Man Ngai See (Sabre); Yeung Chi Ka (Foil) and Clarence Lai Ka Tsun (Epee) to demonstrate the basic techniques of the three disciplines and give guidance to the young apprentices on stage. Celebrities Panther Chan and Mike Tsang also performed songs to cheer for the young fencers and experienced fencing under the guidance of Antonio Lam. CTF Life‧CIRCLE Members join the Programme for the first time and enjoy unique experiences Man Kit Ip, Executive Director and CEO of CTF Life, said, “Title-sponsoring the ‘Fencing Plus’ Training Programme by KTSI for the first time demonstrates our commitment to local sports development and offers opportunities for the next generation of athletes to shine on the international stage, creating value beyond sportsmanship. Furthermore, this edition marks the inaugural participation of CTF Life‧CIRCLE members, reflecting our dedication to delivering unique and high-quality diverse experiences for our customers.” Director (Strategic Planning) of Kai Tak Sports Park, King-shing Tang, expressed appreciation to the title sponsorship of CTF Life during his speech, “KTSI is dedicated to advance sports for all for the Hong Kong community through sports and fitness related activities open to participants of all skill levels and ages. ‘Fencing Plus’ Training Programme is our major initiative, and we extend our special gratitude to CTF Life for their title sponsorship, supporting young athletes to undergo high-quality training and take part in competitions, cultivating a new generation of fencing athletes.” Over 1,000 applicants aspire to become future fencers The Programme received an enthusiastic response with over a thousand applications, including eligible children from underprivileged families whose participation was fully supported by CTF Life. The first stage of selection was held on the same day as the Kick-Off Ceremony, where about 800 successfully registered students participated in an interactive full-day test assessing their physical fitness abilities, including speed, agility and reflexes. Led by Head Coach, Antonio Lam, former Olympic Games representative of the Hong Kong Fencing Team and the Top Sabre Fencer in Hong Kong, he will guide a team of professional coaches to help apprentices build a solid foundation from the basic to the advanced levels through tailored instructions. CTF Life will also arrange a series of sports-related workshops, spanning nutrition, physiotherapy, sports journalism and commentary, to help young talent unleash their potential and achieve all-round development. As the exclusive Founding Insurance Partner of KTSP, the largest integrated sports and entertainment landmark in Hong Kong, CTF Life will continue to be in support of KTSP’s pursuit in bringing international events to Hong Kong, reinforcing the city’s position as the “Events Capital of Asia”. CTF Life * CIRCLE members will have the opportunity to gain priority access to international sports and entertainment events, as well as community service initiatives organised or sponsored by the Company, and enjoy a wealth of unique experiences. Details about the “Fencing Plus” Training Programme Stage One: 4 May, 2025 Selection Day: Select potential participants from nearly 800 children aged 6-10 for basic training Stage Two: July-August 2025 Basic Training: Comprehensive and structured basic fencing training, including postures and movements, physical fitness training, and education on fencing rules and etiquette Stage Three: October-November 2025 Advanced Training: Intensive and in-depth technical curriculum for participants who excel in the Basic Training to enhance their skills Stage Four: 27-28 December 2025 (Tentative) CTF Life “Fencing Plus” Cup and Celebration: Put learning into practice during the competition and further experience the joy and challenges of competitive sports Stage Five Elite Training Hashtag: #CTFLife The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About CTF Life Chow Tai Fook Life Insurance Company Limited (“CTF Life”) is proud of its rich, 40-year legacy in Hong Kong. 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Report by the Centre for Impact Investing and Practices (CIIP) finds growing momentum among micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Southeast Asia to adopt sustainability practices, driven by commercially motivated goals such as reducing costs, improving long-term efficiency, meeting consumer demand, entering new markets and attracting talent. As significant variations in ESG awareness and adoption exist across the region, advancing the adoption of ESG practices will require coordinated efforts from governments, industry associations, MNCs, investors, and financial institutions to provide MSMEs practical, constructive assistance. The report identifies key challenges and five ecosystem actions to unlock the full potential of MSMEs in advancing sustainable supply chains. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2025 – The “Transforming for Sustainability: Driving Impact and Value through Supply Chain Action” report, by the Centre for Impact Investing and Practices (CIIP) found that MSMEs in Southeast Asia recognise the business value of adopting sustainability practices – from lowering costs and improving long-term efficiency (39%) to attracting or retaining talent in a values-driven workforce (27%) – and want to do more. At the same time, many global multinational corporations (MNCs) are making long-term sustainability commitments, setting higher expectations across their supply chains. As MSMEs often serve as key suppliers, aligning with these evolving standards – including MNC supplier codes – is becoming increasingly critical to remain competitive and secure long-term growth opportunities. Launched today at Ecosperity Week’s Impact Investing Roundtable 2025, the report explores key barriers to increasing supply chain sustainability and identifies practical enablers and tools across four sectors: consumer goods, food and beverage, electrical and electronics, and tourism. The findings are based on a survey of over 3,500 MSMEs from Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam, alongside interviews with 85 organisations across Asia — including MNCs, solution providers, and ecosystem enablers. The report builds on CIIP’s 2024 study, developed in partnership with PwC Singapore, titled “It Takes a Community”: Enabling SME Resilience in FMCG Supply Chains. While sustainability and ESG are separate concepts, they are closely linked – especially when looking at how ESG practices support sustainability goals. To better understand how MSMEs are putting sustainability into action, 21 practices were identified and mapped across the areas of “environmental”, “social”, and “governance”. Encouragingly, 84% of MSMEs have adopted at least one ESG practice, with social practices being the most common due to mandated social employee protection policies in each of the countries studied. Waste management was the most common environmental practice, reflecting this key concern across the region. However, much more needs to be done. “MSMEs are the backbone of Southeast Asia’s economies and essential partners in advancing sustainable supply chains,” said Ms. Dawn Chan, Chief Executive Officer, CIIP. “Their growing interest in ESG signals a real opportunity to unlock business resilience and long-term value. This report aims to provide a clearer view of what MSMEs need to succeed, and how ecosystem players, from industry leaders to governments and financial institutions, can work together to accelerate scalable, sustainable impact.” MSMEs Are Making Progress, But Practical Challenges Continue to Hold Them Back While MSMEs are making progress in meeting new sustainability requirements, many continue to face practical challenges in advancing their efforts. With lean, multi-functional teams focused on daily operations, they often lack the capacity for dedicated roles to oversee the adoption of more ESG practices – and 60% report moderate to significant difficulties in hiring staff for sustainability or ESG roles. Financial constraints remain a key hurdle. Many cite high upfront costs, though encouragingly, half of all MSMEs surveyed plan to increase their ESG budgets by 2027. Many also cite the inability to derive immediate benefits from adopting ESG practices, with 32% saying the ability to gain new clients or enter new markets would be a key motivating factor for future adoption of ESG practices. To overcome these challenges, the report provides five recommendations to shape ecosystem actions. Five Key Enablers to Raise ESG Awareness and Adoption among MSMEs Make ESG clear and simple. Clearly emphasise the commercial benefits of ESG practices – from cost savings to increased revenue opportunities – while highlighting clear improvement pathways. Companies should be assured that adopting ESG practices is not a formidable task and can be done in gradual steps. Build capacity, both internal and external. Develop industry-specific toolkits or education materials with global standards and local inputs, which are simple and actionable, while encouraging MSMEs to leverage external expertise for ad-hoc support and personalised guidance. Encourage more win-win customer-supplier partnerships. MNC buyers are a strong predictor of ESG adoption, and some are already leaning in to support their supply chains. This should be more widespread – MNCs can offer incentives such as longer-term contracts, paying more for sustainable products or services, and implementing shorter payment cycles. Invest in innovative MSME-targeted solutions. Venture capital firms and impact investors play a crucial role in facilitating ESG adoption across supply chains, providing catalytic funding to incentivise innovation and reducing the barriers to adopting ESG practices. They can play a particularly important role by backing early-stage solutions and business models that are priced and designed for MSMEs. Finance the change. While sustainability-linked loans are increasingly available, MSME uptake remains low – suggesting that concessional rates alone are not enough. A more holistic approach is needed, combining fit-for-purpose financing with practical guidance, stronger support for early adopters, and tools like digital platforms to assess ESG baselines and customise loan terms. These elements must work together to drive meaningful, scalable ESG adoption. For more insights and takeaways, the full report is available at: https://ciip.com.sg/knowledge-hub/research-insights/Details/transforming-for-sustainability–driving-impact-and-value-through-supply-chain-action Turning Insights into Tangible Solutions The report also revealed that country-specific conditions significantly influence ESG adoption, underscoring the importance of tailored approaches that address local needs. Notably, industry associations serve as a key source of sustainability and ESG guidance for MSMEs, given their deep understanding of sector-specific needs and ability to recommend fit-for-purpose tools and approaches. In line with this, CIIP today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Singapore Fashion Council (SFC) to drive supply