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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.

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.

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.

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).

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

“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.

For more information, visit http://www.vantage-dc.com.

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.

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, 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: https://hkclubs.samsung.com/hk/offer/solvefortomorrow2025/

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 http://news.samsung.com/.

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。

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）：

大專組	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
中學組	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
小學組	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：https://hkclubs.samsung.com/hk/offer/solvefortomorrow2025/

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：http://news.samsung.com/。

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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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 March 2026 – Mental health in Hong Kong has reached a critical “red light” status. According to last year’s “The Mental Health Association of Hong Kong” survey¹, the average scores for depression and anxiety among Hong Kong residents reached 7.27 and 5.9, respectively—marking the highest levels recorded since 2012. The findings highlight that Gen Z (aged 18 to 24) faces the most severe mental health crisis, with a strong correlation identified between excessive electronic device usage and emotional distress.

When facing emotional lows, as many as 55% of respondents remain hesitant to seek professional help, while “AI Assistants” have climbed to the sixth most popular choice for seeking support for the first time. In response to these trends, Seed Medical has launched its new Specialist Psychiatric Services, providing comprehensive mental health support for children, adults, and the elderly. Covering conditions such as ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder), ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), and various symptoms of anxiety, the clinic provides professional clinical diagnoses and urges the public not to over-rely on virtual interactions, which may lead to missing the “golden window” for effective treatment.

Virtual Interaction Cannot Replace Human Connection; Emotional Support Still Requires a “Human Touch”

As AI emerges as a new channel for emotional expression, its immediacy and low barrier to access have made it easier for many individuals to “open up” when facing stress. However, experts note that AI interactions are fundamentally based on algorithms and data-driven responses, and may not accurately capture an individual’s personal context or emotional depth.

Mr. Wong Man Shun², Deputy Executive Director of the Hong Kong Mental Health Association, cautioned that for individuals already experiencing emotional distress, treating AI-generated content as reality or relying on virtual interaction in place of real human relationships may not address the root of the issue. In some cases, it may even delay timely access to professional support.

Compared with impersonal, machine-based interactions, communicating with real people and expressing emotions remain irreplaceable components of mental well-being. Face-to-face communication not only provides emotional support, but also enables professionals to conduct comprehensive assessments through careful observation and active listening—taking into account verbal and non-verbal cues—thereby offering more appropriate, personalised guidance and support.

Person-Centered Mental Health Support: Addressing Diverse Needs

In response to the growing demand for mental health services, Seed Medical has officially launched its Psychiatric Services. Led by experienced psychiatrists, the center provides comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and tailored support for all age groups, including:

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health: Supporting Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Special Educational Needs (SEN), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and various behavioral challenges through early assessment and intervention.
• Adult Mental Health: Addressing anxiety, depression, stress-related issues, and emotional difficulties.
• Elderly Mental Health Support: Specialized care for dementia(cognitive decline), emotional health issues, and sleep disorders.

While it is natural to seek different ways, including AI tools, to relieve stress in daily life, when emotional distress persists or begins to affect daily functioning, professional healthcare support remains essential.

If citizens or those close to them are experiencing mental health challenges, seeking professional advice at an early stage can help provide clarity and facilitate appropriate next steps.

Refeerence：

1. 香港心理衛生會｜「全港抑鬱指數調查2025」發佈會
2. CUHK reveals Hong Kong’s depression and anxiety indices reach record highs；AI assistance rises to sixth place Over-reliance may delay professional treatment

Hashtag: #SeedMedical #Medical #Health

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About Seed Medical

Seed Medical is a professional medical service provider in Hong Kong dedicated to offering evidence-based and personalized health management solutions. Our services include weight management, vaccinations, comprehensive health screenings, and specialist psychiatric consultations, accompanying every client on their path to a healthier life.

• Website: https://www.seedmedicalhk.com/psychiatry
• Phone / WhatsApp: +852 3488 3836
• Email: info@seedmedicalhk.com
• Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00; Sat 09:00–13:30 (Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays)

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年3月30日 – 香港人的心理健康狀況亮起紅燈。根據去年的「全港抑鬱指數調查」¹ 顯示，港人抑鬱及焦慮指數平均分達7.27分及5.9分，創2012年以來新高；其中Z世代（18至24歲）情況最為嚴峻，且發現過度使用電子產品與情緒困擾有關係密切。

面對情緒低谷，高達55%的受訪者對尋求專業協助持遲疑態度，而「AI助手」更首次躍升為求助選項的第六位。有見及此，苗苗醫療增設精神科專科服務，全方位支援兒童、成人及長者精神健康，涵蓋ADHD（專注力不足／過度活躍症）、ASD（自閉症譜系障礙）及各類精神焦慮症狀，提供專業臨床診斷，呼籲市民切勿過度依賴虛擬互動而延誤治療黃金期。

虛擬互動難取代真實連結 情緒支援仍需要「人」

隨著AI成為新興的情緒傾訴渠道，其即時回應與低門檻特性，讓不少人在面對壓力時更容易「開口」。然而，專家指出，AI互動始終建基於演算法與資料回應，未必能準確理解個人處境與情緒深度。香港心理衞生會副總幹事黃敏信² 提醒，對於已有情緒困擾的人士，若將AI生成內容視為真實，或長期以虛擬互動取代人際交流，未必有助處理根本問題，甚至可能延誤尋求專業支援的適當時機。

相比起冰冷、缺乏人情味的機械對話，與真實的人類溝通、表達情緒，在心理健康一環仍具備不可替代的價值。面對面溝通不僅能提供情感支持，亦讓專業人士透過細緻觀察與深度聆聽，再透過語言、表情及行為等多方面作出全面評估，從而提供更合適的個人化建議與支援。

以人為本的精神健康支援 回應多元需要

有見社會對精神健康服務的需求日益增加，苗苗醫療 (SEED MEDICAL) 現已設立精神科專科服務，由經驗豐富的精神科專科醫生主理，為不同年齡層的市民提供全面的評估、診斷及合適支援，包括：

• 兒童及青少年精神健康服務：支援專注力不足／過度活躍症（ADHD）、學習障礙（SEN）、自閉症譜系（ASD）及各類兒童行為問題，提供早期評估與介入。
• 成人精神健康服務：包括焦慮、抑鬱、壓力相關問題及情緒困擾
• 長者精神健康支援：針對認知障礙症 (腦退化症)、情緒問題及睡眠障礙等情況

在日常生活中，透過不同方式紓緩壓力屬自然現象，AI工具亦可作為輔助。然而，當情緒困擾持續或影響生活時，專業醫護人員才是你康復路上的真實夥伴。如市民或身邊人正面對精神健康困擾，及早尋求專業意見，有助清晰了解自身狀況並作出適切應對。

參考資料：

1. 香港心理衛生會｜「全港抑鬱指數調查2025」發佈會　

2. 中大調查揭港人抑鬱及焦慮指數創歷年新高 ; AI求助躍升第六 過度依賴恐延誤專業治療

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關於苗苗醫療 SEED MEDICAL

苗苗醫療（SeedMedical）是香港專業醫療服務機構，致力提供醫學化、個人化的健康管理方案。服務範疇包括體重管理、接種疫苗、體檢服務及精神科諮詢等，陪伴每位客戶走向健康人生。

網址：苗苗醫療SEED MEDICAL |一站式醫療中心｜專科醫生及醫護團隊
電話 / WhatsApp：3488 3836
電郵：info@seedmedicalhk.com
營業時間：星期一至五 09:00–18:00；星期六 09:00–13:30 (星期日及公眾假期休息)

從日常重新覺察感受達致整全330健康

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年3月29日 – 新生精神康復會（新生會）一直致力於社區推動精神健康服務，並由 2019 年起，於每年 3 月舉行「330 Day」公眾活動推廣身心靈健康。適逢新生會成立 60 周年新生會與港鐵公司 (下稱「港鐵」)、譚仔國際旗下品牌譚仔雲南米線及譚仔三哥米線、誠品書店 (下稱 「誠品」)、牧羊少年咖啡館，及旗下的新生農場及社企 cafe330 和 so330 於3月至4月中旬期間推出「330 Day 2026」 330《感．生活》城市五感旅程，並於 3 月 28 及 29 日假大圍圍方舉行壓軸活動 ——「330《感．生活》 – 五感生活祭」。

今日舉行壓軸活動及典禮，邀得醫務衞生局副局長范婉雯醫生，JP 勞工及福利局副局長何啟明先生 ，JP、中央人民政府社會工作部副部長周和博士、全國政協委員、行政會議成員、社會福利諮詢委員會主席高永文醫生，GBS, JP、醫療衞生界立法會議員林哲玄醫生、社會福利署署長杜永恒先生，JP等嘉賓出席支持並聯同新生會執行委員會主席譚贛蘭教授，GBS, JP等一同主持活動啟動典禮儀式。

活動現場約 100 個座位全部坐滿合作夥伴及其他支持 dayday330 的嘉賓出席，包括政府官員、非牟利機構代表、院校代表、商界合作伙伴，以及服務使用者等。 「 330 《感．生活》- 五感生活祭」內容豐富，將活動場地打造成感官探索空間，讓觸感探索及聲音連結等多項互動攤位。活動吸引逾 10,000 人次前來參與，場面熱鬧。

新生會執行委員會主席譚贛蘭教授，GBS, JP 於啟動禮致歡迎辭時表示：「今年我們十分榮幸並衷心感謝多個『同行夥伴』 ——港鐵、譚仔國際、牧羊少年咖啡館、誠品，以及本會社企 cafe330, so330 和新生農場的鼎力支持，透過活動網頁推動《感．生活》城市五感旅程，鼓勵市民在日常行程中加入『專注、留心』的五感練習及小休息，有助提升自身的身心靈 (330) 健康。活動至今已有逾一萬名公眾參與。由於反應熱烈，我們將加推城市五感任務至 4 月 10 日希望大家繼續支持。」

330《感．生活》壓軸活動「五感生活祭」 多元感官攤位連結整全330健康

「330 感．生活 – 五感生活祭」以「微休、細感、再連結」為主題將大圍圍方化身為感官探索空間，讓市民透過視、聽、嗅、味、觸五感任務，體驗覺察自身狀態與情緒變化的重要性。是次活動內容豐富，現場設有多個互動體驗攤位及工作坊，包括：觸感探索站、聲音連結站、城市氣味站、五味探索站、AI 視覺變身站及繪畫工作坊。參加者除了可以在現場以五感體驗完成一系列趣味任務，邊玩邊打卡拍照，在遊戲化體驗中感受感官細節如何影響情緒與狀態。其中經過五感體驗後，參加者可以參與「繪畫工作坊」，放慢節奏，專注地透過繪畫刻畫出當下感受。

《感．生活》城市五感旅程逾 200 據點化身感官遊樂場

早於 3 月 1 日，《感．生活》城市五感旅程已於全港展開。新生會聯同港鐵、譚仔、誠品、牧羊少年咖啡館，以及旗下的新生農場和社企 café 330 so330，在全港超過 200 個據點推出這項活動。 除了全港各區的據點遊歷外，多場實體深度體驗活動亦已圓滿舉行，讓市民從不同情景中實現身心靈健康。新生會聯同誠品書店於 3 月 8 日在銅鑼灣店舉辦了「用五感回到當下」座談會及「靜觀呼吸體驗工作坊」，由新生會臨床心理學家及藝術家帶領參加者透過呼吸與聲音練習，在繁忙如奏中重整狀態，探討何影透過覺察享感當下。

隨後於 3 月 15 日新生會聯乘牧羊少年咖啡館舉辦了兩場「五感慢食工作坊」，引導參加者從一杯咖啡開始練習放慢進食節奏，讓日常用餐成為一場與自己對話的「330 小休息」。
Hashtag: #新生精神康復會 #NewLife #身心靈330 #newlife330 #靜觀練習 #dayday330 #2026330day

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關於新生精神康復會

新生精神康復會成立於 1965 年，至今已 60 年，致力發展｢以復元為導向」、｢以人為本」、｢以實證為基礎」的社區精神健康服務。新生會營運約 80 個服務單位及項目，逾 1,700 名職員的工作團隊，全面提供住宿、就業培訓及社區支援，每年為超過 23,728 名復元人士及其家屬，以及為約 108,312 公眾人士提供精神健康教育。為推動社會共融及支持復元人士自力更生，本會發展多元業務的社會企業過過 20 項，以及透過 330 品牌—寓意「身 心 靈」，積極向公衆人士推廣關注身心靈健康的訊息。有關新生精神康復會的資訊請瀏覽：http://www.nlpra.org.hk

有關dayday330
「dayday330」是新生精神康復會推出的一項全年的公眾精神健康推廣活動。貫徹新生會透過身 （3） 靈（3） 健（0）健康以達致整全精神健康的理念，「dayday330」以「330 小休息」作為題，鼓勵大家每天做一些自己喜歡做的正面活動，作為自己的「330 小休息」(330 microbreak) 。有研究顯示，每日進行小休息，可減少壓力、緩和情緒，並促進身心靈健康。我們可根據「五種促進身靈健康的方法」為自己選擇「330 小休息」的活動。

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 March 2026 – The China-Singapore Youth Dialogue concluded in Singapore on March 25, bringing together young participants to exchange ideas on technology, culture and sustainability under the theme “Building Tomorrow: Youth Voices United.”

Co-organized by the People’s Daily and Lianhe Zaobao, the two-day event featured 12 young representatives who explored how their generation is shaping the future through innovation, cultural renewal and cross-border collaboration.

In the first panel, “Youth Driving Tech Innovation,” participants working in robotics, flying cars and data verification discussed both the opportunities and challenges of the AI era.

Tan Wei Hua, head of design at Singapore-based LionsBot International, addressed concerns over “AI anxiety” and its impact on jobs. “New jobs are going to be created. The next generation will be doing something entirely different,” he said, pointing to robotics as a growing field of opportunity.

Quah Zheng Wei, CEO and co-founder of Accredify, encouraged aspiring entrepreneurs to take the first step. With the tech industry evolving rapidly, he stressed that “nothing is holding you back.”

From an industry perspective, Michael Du, CFO and vice president of ARIDGE, said emerging technologies are expanding possibilities in everyday life. Meanwhile, Xu Huazhe, assistant professor at the Institute for Interdisciplinary Information Sciences at Tsinghua University, highlighted the strengths of younger generations: “With the correct taste, they will build the most meaningful things.”

The second panel, “Contemporary Renewal of Traditional Culture,” shifted focus from innovation to heritage. Artists and cultural practitioners in wood sculpture, paper art, jewelry design and journalism explored how tradition can be revitalized in modern contexts.

Wood sculpture artist Deng Kun emphasized the importance of cultivating an eye for beauty, while Lianhe Zaobao arts and culture journalist Zhang Heyang described traditional culture as “a place of spiritual haven for today’s youth.”

Designer Longhong Ziwei, founder and art director of the accessory brand Soft Mountains, said engaging with Yi heritage has inspired her work and resonated with international audiences.

Singaporean paper and mixed media artist Koh Pei Li, drawing inspiration from everyday urban life, highlighted the value of noticing overlooked details. Through her work, she hopes to reconnect people with the subtle beauty around them.

In the final panel, “Jointly Building a Sustainable Future,” speakers from architecture, fashion, and marine conservation offered interdisciplinary perspectives on sustainability.

Chen Kan, principal architect of TAB Architecture and Design, spoke about the philosophy of “being-with” as a guiding principle. “We need a deeper capacity to coexist with others,” he said.

Goy Zhenru, principal architect of Goy Architects in Singapore, emphasized designing in harmony with nature. She highlighted the importance of connecting living spaces with natural elements such as breeze and sunlight to create comfort and environmental awareness.

Sam Shu Qin, co-founder of Our Singapore Reefs and Our Blue Spaces, who describes herself as “a gardener underwater,” expressed hope that younger generations will recognize their ability to give back to the ocean.

For fashion designer Chen Peng, founder of brand CHENPENG, sustainability is both cultural and practical. “It should be culture-based and do no harm to the earth. It’s not a choice, but a natural extension of philosophy,” he said.

The dialogue marked a step forward in media cooperation and people-to-people exchanges between China and Singapore. By amplifying youth perspectives, it showcased the innovative energy and collaborative potential of both countries, while helping to build a long-term platform for bilateral engagement and shared progress.

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