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星級營養師歐倩怡、眼科及心臟科專科醫生 連續 6 天免費度高磅重、量血壓、聽力測試 ＋6 大項目非入侵式醫療級AI智能健康評估及7大範疇專家即場分析報告＋多場專家健康講座＋限定禮品

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年7月31日 – 香港都市人長期受亞健康困擾，根據英國國家健康研究所和英國牛津大學生物醫學研究中心調查顯示，在1.5萬餘名受訪成年人中，有四分一者「怕打針」，且年輕人群發生率相對較高，近年不少香港市民會因「驚抽血」而主動避開體檢，加上高端醫療檢測收費高昂，令普羅大眾難以持續進行全面風險評估，衍生大量隱性慢性炎症、代謝問題無人察覺，完全未能配合特區政府《基層醫療藍圖》「預防勝於治療」的核心方針。

有見及此，主打預防醫學的 LIVE4WELL (Gymetaverse Company Limited) 特意打造全城首個普及型非入侵式 AI 健康體驗活動——《紫數日：生命探索之旅》。活動將於 2026年8月5日至10日，假崇光銅鑼灣店16樓 SOGO CLUB 開設限定6天的「紫色未來健康艙」，引入多款獲 FDA、CE 等國際權威認證的醫療級 AI 檢測儀器，徹底解決港人「怕打針、檢查貴」兩大民生痛點！

亮點一：全程免抽血！集結韓國首見及國際認證黑科技 20分鐘生成專屬健康報告

活動設有7大區域，涵蓋 6 大醫療級 AI 檢測儀器均毋須抽取血液，全程無痛、非入侵性，專為畏針市民而設。只需 20 分鐘，即可透過儀器掃描及多頻段電阻感應，實時生成完整個人健康風險評估報告，同時7大範疇專家即場分析報告及提供改善方案，覆蓋層面媲美傳統檢驗：

• 「炎」陣以待（細胞活力與發炎管理評估區） (市價HK$1,600)：利用德國 EIT 電阻斷層成像技術，深入剖析全身上下慢性炎症水平及代謝風險。
• 「肌」不可失（肌肉骨骼與體態健康評估區） (市價HK$1,600)：全港首見・韓國引入！ 1分鐘3D掃描檢測15種體態問題，揪出頸背痛、關節痛根源及未來10年勞損風險。
• 肝腎相照（肝腎代謝健康評估區） (市價HK$1,600)：5分鐘檢測 CAP 及 eGFR 指數，無輻射評估脂肪肝與慢性腎病風險。
• 腦眼「Fun」花（心腦血管與視網膜健康評估區） (市價HK$880)：30秒 AI 視網膜檢測，即時揭示55種健康風險，提早識別隱性心腦血管及眼疾風險。
• 「謝」絕「糖」平（血糖與代謝健康評估區） (市價HK$1,600)：1分鐘測量17項身體指數，精準評估糖脂代謝、肌少症與身體年齡。
• 「壓」軸放鬆（壓力與身心平衡評估區） (市價HK$880)：90秒量度5大精神健康指數，數據化呈現抗壓能力及心理壓力，針對改善失眠痛點。

亮點二：突破傳統高昂收費 一折 $798 體驗總值逾 $8,000 檢測 (另設免費體驗區)

全套儀器單項市價最高達 $1,600，全套總值逾 $8,000。為推動基層醫療普及化，LIVE4WELL 推出震撼親民體驗價：

• 【免費體驗】：現場開放完全免費基礎檢查（量度身高體重、血壓測試、聽力檢測），零門檻了解自身狀況。
• 【$250 精簡入門版】：以極低門檻體驗坊間需 $700+ 的精簡版基礎評估。
• 【$798 終生「紫」此一次價】：以低於 1 折的震撼價，完整體驗全場 6 大高端硬件機器及分析。

亮點三：星級營養師歐倩怡 x 跨領域專科醫生陣容 每日駐場拆解健康迷思

活動駐場專業團隊覆蓋多個醫療健康範疇，現場每日輪流舉辦超過 20 場免費健康講座（每場限30人），為市民即場分析報告及提出改善方案：

• 星級營養師 歐倩怡：主講《血糖與慢性炎症的營養管理攻略》，分享適合港人的日常抗炎控糖飲食方案。
• 心臟科專科 馮以文醫生：主講《心血管疾病與心力衰竭的早期預防》。
• 眼科專科 周寶姿醫生：拆解《了解老花、近視與年齡相關眼疾》。
• 多角度健康專題：涵蓋生物醫學專家鄺緯陽博士（抗老防衰）、註冊物理治療師李浩威博士（頸背伸展）、註冊中醫湯翊（打破易胖體質）等實用專題。
• 免費專家健康講座時間表 及 預先登記：live4well.io/pages/purple-wellness-day

（講座每場名額限 30 人，長度約 45 分鐘，名額有限，額滿即止！）

亮點四：地鐵站上蓋方便極致 率先引爆全城預防保健新熱潮

是次活動選址銅鑼灣港鐵站上蓋 SOGO CLUB，地點極為方便，絕對是今個 8 月都市人不可錯過的必去健康焦點！主辦單位亦期待與地區機構深化合作，實踐「政商民合作」，將創新健康科技帶入社區，攜手推動基層醫療普及化。

活動詳情及體驗資訊

• 活動名稱： 《紫數日：生命探索之旅》
• 日期： 2026 年 8 月 5 日（星期三）至 8 月 10 日（星期一）
• 時間： 10:00am – 10:00pm（8 月 5 日 至 8 月 9 日） | 10:00am – 9:00pm（8 月 10 日）
• 地點： 崇光銅鑼灣店 16 樓 SOGO CLUB（銅鑼灣港鐵站上蓋）
• 公眾講座登記連結：live4well.io/pages/purple-wellness-day

Hashtag: #LIVE4WELL

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

關於 LIVE4WELL

LIVE4WELL（Gymetaverse Company Limited）致力於透過醫療級AI智能健康科技與健康管理方案，提升大眾健康意識，落實預防醫學，積極響應特區政府基層醫療政策，為社區健康發展貢獻力量。

SHIHEZI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 July 2026 – On July 30, the 2026 “Xinjiang, A Land of Wonders” themed exhibition supporting Xinjiang through intangible cultural heritage opened in Shihezi City, Xinjiang. Running through Aug. 3rd, this year’s event is the largest edition to date. It features an innovative exhibition hall centered on “integration and co-creation,” vividly embodying the idea of beauty in diversity and harmony through mutual appreciation.

At the main venue, the Shihezi Convention and Exhibition Center, six sections have been set up: “Intangible Heritage: Music and Dance,” “Intangible Heritage: A Feast of Local Flavors,” “Intangible Heritage: Technology and Innovation,” “Intangible Heritage: Learning and Transmission,” “Intangible Heritage: Cultural and Creative Market,” and an interactive exhibition and performances themed “Intangible Heritage in Poetry.” Together, they offer a diverse range of experiences, including Chaoshan Yingge dance, Xinjiang Muqam, heritage food tastings, XR digital experiences and interactive educational activities. At the sub-venue, the Bayi Sugar Factory Cultural and Creative District, seven intangible cultural heritage items, including Nanjing Yunjin brocade and Hainan Li brocade, will be featured on a permanent basis, helping move intangible cultural heritage presentation beyond short-term exhibitions toward sustained transmission.

Using intangible cultural heritage as a bridge, the event promotes interaction, exchange and integration among all ethnic groups. By encouraging intangible cultural heritage practitioners to learn from one another and collaborate, it injects new vitality into the safeguarding and transmission of intangible cultural heritage. The exhibition brings together more than 650 representative intangible cultural heritage items and is expected to receive 200,000 visits.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

根据仲量联行的数据， 2025 年，柔佛州已成为马来西亚第二大住宅市场，交易量和交易额均位居第二。

柔佛，马来西亚 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年7月31日 – 自2026年1月1日起，外国买家在马来西亚购置住宅的转让印花税从4%调整至8%。与此同时，森林城市金融特区仍可在符合资格条件的前提下，另行适用独立的印花税减免安排。森林城市今日发布房产核查指南，详细阐述了森林城市物业的产权架构、外资购房要求及适用税务处理。

森林城市是位于柔佛州依斯干达布蒂里的一个总体规划发展项目，住宅物业普遍以永久产权形式推售。外国买家可在遵守马来西亚外资购房规定的前提下，在森林城市购买住宅物业。在金融特区政策框架下，符合条件的个人买家如直接从开发商处购买已完工住宅或商业物业，可就转让文书及贷款或融资协议申请50%的印花税减免。该减免适用前提为：买卖协议须在2024年9月1日至2034年12月31日期间签署，且相关建筑须在2024年9月1日前完工。

森林城市的外资所有权与产权架构
外国人买家可在森林城市购置住宅物业，前提是在满足马来西亚适用外资购房规定，包括需获得经州政府批准。

马来西亚各州设有一般性的外资购房最低价格标准，而森林城市金融特区则另设专属路径，两者适用门槛不同，具体取决于买家的购买目的和居留路径。柔佛州的一般性最低门槛为100万令吉，而在森林城市金融特区第二家园计划（SFZ MM2H）下，符合资格的购房者从开发商处购买物业，门槛仅为50万令吉。买家可向持牌MM2H代理及产权转让律师确认当前门槛金额、时效要求及购房来源等具体事宜。

森林城市住宅多数为永久地契（Freehold），即其产权不受固定租赁期限的限制。律师在做产权核查时，地契文件将明确标注地契类型为永久地契或租赁地契。买家应以产权核查结果为准，而非单纯参考营销材料或项目摘要。

森林城市金融特区印花税减免
在森林城市金融特区内，符合条件的个人买家直接从开发商处购买已完工的住宅或商业物业，可就转让文书及贷款或融资协议文书应缴的印花税申请50%的减免。

该减免须符合已颁布的资格条件，包括买家类型、购房来源、买卖协议签订期限及建筑完工日期。转售及二手交易不属于所述的个人买家减免范围。企业买家应参照相关减免法令及专业税务意见，单独评估适用的金融特区税务处理。

在实际操作中，该减免可降低两项关键交易成本：物业转让印花税及贷款或融资协议印花税。实际节省金额取决于物业价格、融资金额、买家类别及适用印花税率。安永马来西亚（EY）及Lexology提供了第三方视角的更多详情。

森林城市金融特区印花税减免与外国买家标准政策对比：

项目	森林城市金融特区印花税减免	标准外国买家政策（自2026年1月1日起）
转让印花税	已颁布获50%减免	住宅物业统一8%
贷款/融资印花税	已颁布获50%减免	标准贷款金额的0.5%
买卖协议签订期限	2024年9月1日至2034年12月31日	无指定截止日期
建筑完工要求	2024年9月1日前完工	不适用
合格买家类型	仅限个人买家	适用于所有买家，但须遵守相关规定
合格物业购置来源	仅限直接从开发商购置	开发商或转售

森林城市金融特区在印花税之外的优势
森林城市金融特区的价值不限于上述印花税减免。对物业买家而言，其价值主要体现在三个层面：一是符合条件的买家可享受50%印花税减免；二是为购买50万令吉起森林城市物业的合格买家提供SFZ MM2H计划通道；三是森林城市作为柔佛跨境发展战略的重要节点，持续享有政策层面的有力支撑。

在居留层面，SFZ MM2H虽要求申请人购置森林城市物业，但该物业无需强制自住，获批持证人可将物业出租，并自由选择居住于马来西亚任何地区，如吉隆坡、槟城及其他城市。换言之，SFZ MM2H不仅为长期居留提供便利通道，同时也赋予持有人充分的居住灵活性。即便不长期驻留柔佛，SFZ MM2H依然为合资格申请者提供一条相对便捷的长期居留途径——门槛较低、审批路径清晰的长期居留选项之一，在可负担性、政策稳定性及毗邻新加坡的地理优势之间取得良好平衡。

在柔新经济特区（JS-SEZ）框架下，政策层面的咨询与承诺正落地转化为获批项目、落地投资与就业机会，跨境便利措施亦持续加码，支持柔佛与新加坡之间更大的跨境流动性。森林城市已构建了完善的综合性生活配套生态，融合日常便利、居住安全与国际连通性。森林城市距离柔佛海峡对岸新加坡仅约两公里，通过马新第二通道可便捷往返。而即将开通的新柔捷运系统（RTS Link），在客运服务启动后可增加跨境连通性。

森林城市汇集来自20多个国家的居民，形成多元文化交融的国际社区。森林城市内设有国际学校，并可就近使用各种医疗设施，适合家庭长居。即便不长期居住于此，森林城市经过整体规划，配备24小时物业管理及专用安保系统，以保障资产安全。此外，两座锦标赛级高尔夫球场及滨海设施，为居民提供高品质休闲空间。

这些配套与MM2H居留身份相结合，构成一套兼顾生活品质与身份规划的可行方案。更值得关注的是，金融特区正加速向金融与数字经济枢纽转型，目前已接获260宗投资咨询，今年有望超额完成20亿令吉投资目标，金融机构与企业陆续进驻。同时，森林城市已获批马来西亚数字地位及免税岛地位，助力其常住人口和消费市场持续增长。上述政策及设施配套支持森林城市的宜居吸引力及跨境可达性，加上金融特区的税收激励措施、产业集聚、数字地位与免税岛政策所带来的经济活动和人口增长，则为房产的长期价值提供了结构性支撑。

2026年签订买卖协议前的关键考量事项

• 产权及地契：通过马来西亚执业产权转让律师进行最新土地权属查询，确认意向物业的产权类型及地契性质。
• 金融特区印花税减免：逐项核对50%减免的适用条件，包括购房者类型、购房来源、买卖协议签署期限及物业完工日期。
• 外国买家门槛：确认适用的最低购房价格标准，即适用柔佛州一般门槛抑或森林城市金融特区第二家园计划路径。
• 印花税明细：要求律师或开发商提供物业转让及贷款/融资协议在享受金融特区减免前后的印花税书面计算明细。
• MM2H关联事项（如适用）：若购房与金融特区第二家园计划申请挂钩，须向持证代理确认当前存款要求、年龄限制、最低居住天数及购房时间节点。

2026年森林城市是否值得购买？三类买家画像
森林城市项目可满足跨境置业、第二家园计划申请者及机构或企业投资等不同需求。

• 新加坡籍及跨境购房者：对于寻求永久产权跨境居所的买家，若所购物业符合减免条件，金融特区印花税减免具有实际意义。结合即将开通的新柔捷运系统，森林城市的跨境便利性预计将进一步提升。
• 第二家园计划路径买家：对于通过森林城市SFZ MM2H路径购房的买家，从开发商处购买符合资格物业50万令吉的入门门槛是重要考量因素。购房要求是该路径的组成部分，买家应与持证第二家园代理确认获批后90天内购房的具体时间要求。
• 机构及企业相关投资者：金融特区的激励措施主要面向金融机构、家族办公室、金融科技公司及相关商业活动。此类投资者在评估住宅投资前景时，应一并考虑整体金融特区相关经济活动，包括家族办公室活动、潜在专业人士流入及柔新经济特区所带动的相关需求。

买家应另行确认的事项
本指南不提供固定报价、保证租金收益率、预测未来资本增值，因为这些因素取决于物业类型、推盘阶段、空置率假设、融资条款及市场状况。

潜在买家应向开发商销售展厅及近期市场挂牌信息确认当前价格。同时，应与马来西亚产权转让律师核实外国买家政策、分户产权性质及产权办理程序。在买家签署买卖协议或支付定金前，当前的土地权属查询有助于确认所选物业的注册业主、地契性质、产权负担及其他法律事项。

融资事宜亦应单独向马来西亚银行或抵押贷款经纪商咨询，因为外国买家的贷款成数、利率及审批条件因借款人背景和贷款机构而异。森林城市的投资概览提供了更广泛的背景信息，但具体交易的定价、融资、产权状况及收益率假设应独立核实。

结语
尽管购房指南并不能替代马来西亚产权转让律师、税务顾问或持证房地产顾问的专业意见，森林城市2026年的价值主张现已获得更清晰的参照依据：分户产权核实、已颁布的50%金融特区印花税减免、以及新柔捷运服务启动后预计仅需5分钟的跨境铁路时间。

鉴于金融特区减免窗口期持续至2034年12月31日，2026年并非截止期限，而是审慎尽职调查的时机。买家应在适当专业支持下，评估分户资格、交易成本及长期目标。对于2026年的森林城市物业买家而言，关键考量在于，符合条件的交易如今已具备足够明确的法律和税务框架，以便在签署买卖协议之前进行详细的核实。

Hashtag: #ForestCity #森林城市

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

关于森林城市金融特区

森林城市金融特区位于柔佛依斯干达公主城，是马来西亚首个指定金融特区，也是柔佛-新加坡经济特区的关键金融服务部分。其定位为吸引金融机构、跨国公司、高净值人士及从事财富管理、金融科技和全球商业服务的企业。

其激励框架包括符合条件单一家族办公室载体最长20年的0%所得税率、经批准合资格活动的5%优惠企业所得税率，以及合资格知识型工作者的15%特惠个人所得税率（须符合适用条件、监管审批及现行法规）。森林城市亦享有免税岛地位，进一步增强了其作为毗邻新加坡的区域投资、商业及财富管理目的地的吸引力。

编者注
本新闻稿所引用的公共部门数据及政策信息，分别来源于新加坡陆路交通管理局、马来西亚旅游、艺术及文化部以及其他相关主管部门。

根據仲量聯行的數據， 2025 年，柔佛州已成為馬來西亞第二大住宅市場，交易量和交易額均位居第二。

柔佛，馬來西亞 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年7月31日 – 自2026年1月1日起，外國買家在馬來西亞購置住宅的轉讓印花稅從4%調整至8%。與此同時，森林城市金融特區仍可在符合資格條件的前提下，另行適用獨立的印花稅減免安排。森林城市今日發佈房產核查指南，詳細闡述了森林城市物業的產權架構、外資購房要求及適用稅務處理。

森林城市是位於柔佛州依斯干達布蒂裡的一個總體規劃發展項目，住宅物業普遍以永久產權形式推售。外國買家可在遵守馬來西亞外資購房規定的前提下，在森林城市購買住宅物業。在金融特區政策框架下，符合條件的個人買家如直接從開發商處購買已完工住宅或商業物業，可就轉讓文書及貸款或融資協議申請50%的印花稅減免。該減免適用前提為：買賣協定須在2024年9月1日至2034年12月31日期間簽署，且相關建築須在2024年9月1日前完工。

森林城市的外資所有權與產權架構
外國人買家可在森林城市購置住宅物業，前提是在滿足馬來西亞適用外資購房規定，包括需獲得經州政府批准。

馬來西亞各州設有一般性的外資購房最低價格標準，而森林城市金融特區則另設專屬路徑，兩者適用門檻不同，具體取決於買家的購買目的和居留路徑。柔佛州的一般性最低門檻為100萬令吉，而在森林城市金融特區第二家園計劃（SFZ MM2H）下，符合資格的購房者從開發商處購買物業，門檻僅為50萬令吉。買家可向持牌MM2H代理及產權轉讓律師確認當前門檻金額、時效要求及購房來源等具體事宜。

森林城市住宅多數為永久地契（Freehold），即其產權不受固定租賃期限的限制。律師在做產權核查時，地契檔將明確標注地契類型為永久地契或租賃地契。買家應以產權核查結果為准，而非單純參考行銷材料或項目摘要。

森林城市金融特區印花稅減免
在森林城市金融特區內，符合條件的個人買家直接從開發商處購買已完工的住宅或商業物業，可就轉讓文書及貸款或融資協議文書應繳的印花稅申請50%的減免。

該減免須符合已頒佈的資格條件，包括買家類型、購房來源、買賣協議簽訂期限及建築完工日期。轉售及二手交易不屬於所述的個人買家減免範圍。企業買家應參照相關減免法令及專業稅務意見，單獨評估適用的金融特區稅務處理。

在實際操作中，該減免可降低兩項關鍵交易成本：物業轉讓印花稅及貸款或融資協定印花稅。實際節省金額取決於物業價格、融資金額、買家類別及適用印花稅率。安永馬來西亞（EY）及Lexology提供了協力廠商視角的更多詳情。

森林城市金融特區印花稅減免與外國買家標準政策對比：

項目	森林城市金融特區印花稅減免	標準外國買家政策（自2026年1月1日起）
轉讓印花稅	已頒佈獲50%減免	住宅物業統一8%
貸款/融資印花稅	已頒佈獲50%減免	標準貸款金額的0.5%
買賣協議簽訂期限	2024年9月1日至2034年12月31日	無指定截止日期
建築完工要求	2024年9月1日前完工	不適用
合格買家類型	僅限個人買家	適用於所有買家，但須遵守相關規定
合格物業購置來源	僅限直接從開發商購置	開發商或轉售

森林城市金融特區在印花稅之外的優勢
森林城市金融特區的價值不限於上述印花稅減免。對物業買家而言，其價值主要體現在三個層面：一是符合條件的買家可享受50%印花稅減免；二是為購買50萬令吉起森林城市物業的合格買家提供SFZ MM2H計劃通道；三是森林城市作為柔佛跨境發展戰略的重要節點，持續享有政策層面的有力支撐。

在居留層面，SFZ MM2H雖要求申請人購置森林城市物業，但該物業無需強制自住，獲批持證人可將物業出租，並自由選擇居住於馬來西亞任何地區，如吉隆坡、檳城及其他城市。換言之，SFZ MM2H不僅為長期居留提供便利通道，同時也賦予持有人充分的居住靈活性。即便不長期駐留柔佛，SFZ MM2H依然為合資格申請者提供一條相對便捷的長期居留途徑——門檻較低、審批路徑清晰的長期居留選項之一，在可負擔性、政策穩定性及毗鄰新加坡的地理優勢之間取得良好平衡。

在柔新經濟特區（JS-SEZ）框架下，政策層面的諮詢與承諾正落地轉化為獲批項目、落地投資與就業機會，跨境便利措施亦持續加碼，支持柔佛與新加坡之間更大的跨境流動性。森林城市已構建了完善的綜合性生活配套生態，融合日常便利、居住安全與國際連通性。森林城市距離柔佛海峽對岸新加坡僅約兩公里，通過馬新第二通道可便捷往返。而即將開通的新柔捷運系統（RTS Link），在客運服務啟動後可增加跨境連通性。

森林城市匯集來自20多個國家的居民，形成多元文化交融的國際社區。森林城市內設有國際學校，並可就近使用各種醫療設施，適合家庭長居。即便不長期居住於此，森林城市經過整體規劃，配備24小時物業管理及專用安保系統，以保障資產安全。此外，兩座錦標賽級高爾夫球場及濱海設施，為居民提供高品質休閒空間。

這些配套與MM2H居留身份相結合，構成一套兼顧生活品質與身份規劃的可行方案。更值得關注的是，金融特區正加速向金融與數位經濟樞紐轉型，目前已接獲260宗投資諮詢，今年有望超額完成20億令吉投資目標，金融機構與企業陸續進駐。同時，森林城市已獲批馬來西亞數字地位及免稅島地位，助力其常住人口和消費市場持續增長。上述政策及設施配套支持森林城市的宜居吸引力及跨境可達性，加上金融特區的稅收激勵措施、產業集聚、數字地位與免稅島政策所帶來的經濟活動和人口增長，則為房產的長期價值提供了結構性支撐。

2026年簽訂買賣協議前的關鍵考量事項

• 產權及地契：通過馬來西亞執業產權轉讓律師進行最新土地權屬查詢，確認意向物業的產權類型及地契性質。
• 金融特區印花稅減免：逐項核對50%減免的適用條件，包括購房者類型、購房來源、買賣協定簽署期限及物業完工日期。
• 外國買家門檻：確認適用的最低購房價格標準，即適用柔佛州一般門檻抑或森林城市金融特區第二家園計劃路徑。
• 印花稅明細：要求律師或開發商提供物業轉讓及貸款/融資協議在享受金融特區減免前後的印花稅書面計算明細。
• MM2H關聯事項（如適用）：若購房與金融特區第二家園計劃申請掛鉤，須向持證代理確認當前存款要求、年齡限制、最低居住天數及購房時間節點。

2026年森林城市是否值得購買？三類買家畫像
森林城市項目可滿足跨境置業、第二家園計劃申請者及機構或企業投資等不同需求。

• 新加坡籍及跨境購房者：對於尋求永久產權跨境居所的買家，若所購物業符合減免條件，金融特區印花稅減免具有實際意義。結合即將開通的新柔捷運系統，森林城市的跨境便利性預計將進一步提升。
• 第二家園計劃路徑買家：對於通過森林城市SFZ MM2H路徑購房的買家，從開發商處購買符合資格物業50萬令吉的入門門檻是重要考量因素。購房要求是該路徑的組成部分，買家應與持證第二家園代理確認獲批後90天內購房的具體時間要求。
• 機構及企業相關投資者：金融特區的激勵措施主要面向金融機構、家族辦公室、金融科技公司及相關商業活動。此類投資者在評估住宅投資前景時，應一併考慮整體金融特區相關經濟活動，包括家族辦公室活動、潛在專業人士流入及柔新經濟特區所帶動的相關需求。

買家應另行確認的事項
本指南不提供固定報價、保證租金收益率、預測未來資本增值，因為這些因素取決於物業類型、推盤階段、空置率假設、融資條款及市場狀況。

潛在買家應向開發商銷售展廳及近期市場掛牌資訊確認當前價格。同時，應與馬來西亞產權轉讓律師核實外國買家政策、分戶產權性質及產權辦理程式。在買家簽署買賣協定或支付定金前，當前的土地權屬查詢有助於確認所選物業的註冊業主、地契性質、產權負擔及其他法律事項。

融資事宜亦應單獨向馬來西亞銀行或抵押貸款經紀商諮詢，因為外國買家的貸款成數、利率及審批條件因借款人背景和貸款機構而異。森林城市的投資概覽提供了更廣泛的背景資訊，但具體交易的定價、融資、產權狀況及收益率假設應獨立核實。

結語
儘管購房指南並不能替代馬來西亞產權轉讓律師、稅務顧問或持證房地產顧問的專業意見，森林城市2026年的價值主張現已獲得更清晰的參照依據：分戶產權核實、已頒佈的50%金融特區印花稅減免、以及新柔捷運服務啟動後預計僅需5分鐘的跨境鐵路時間。

鑒於金融特區減免視窗期持續至2034年12月31日，2026年並非截止期限，而是審慎盡職調查的時機。買家應在適當專業支持下，評估分戶資格、交易成本及長期目標。對於2026年的森林城市物業買家而言，關鍵考量在於，符合條件的交易如今已具備足夠明確的法律和稅務框架，以便在簽署買賣協議之前進行詳細的核實。

Hashtag: #ForestCity #森林城市

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

關於森林城市金融特區

森林城市金融特區位於柔佛依斯干達公主城，是馬來西亞首個指定金融特區，也是柔佛-新加坡經濟特區的關鍵金融服務部分。其定位為吸引金融機構、跨國公司、高淨值人士及從事財富管理、金融科技和全球商業服務的企業。

其激勵框架包括符合條件單一家族辦公室載體最長20年的0%所得稅率、經批准合資格活動的5%優惠企業所得稅率，以及合資格知識型工作者的15%特惠個人所得稅率（須符合適用條件、監管審批及現行法規）。森林城市亦享有免稅島地位，進一步增強了其作為毗鄰新加坡的區域投資、商業及財富管理目的地的吸引力。

編者注
本新聞稿所引用的公共部門數據及政策資訊，分別來源於新加坡陸路交通管理局、馬來西亞旅遊、藝術及文化部以及其他相關主管部門。

Johor has established itself as Malaysia’s second-largest residential market in 2025, based on both transaction volume and value, according to JLL.

JOHOR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 July 2026 – From 1 January 2026, foreign purchasers of residential property in Malaysia are subject to a flat 8% stamp duty rate on the transfer, replacing the previous fixed 4% rate. Meanwhile, a separate stamp duty remission continues to apply within the Forest City Special Financial Zone (SFZ), subject to defined eligibility conditions. Forest City has published a property verification guide for prospective foreign buyers, providing a detailed overview of the ownership framework, foreign-purchaser requirements and applicable tax treatment for property acquisitions within Forest City in Johor.

Forest City is a master-planned development in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, with many residential units held under freehold tenure. Foreign buyers may purchase residential property in Forest City subject to Malaysia’s foreign-ownership rules. Under the Forest City Special Financial Zone framework, eligible individual purchasers who buy completed residential or commercial units directly from the developer may receive a 50% stamp duty remission on the instrument of transfer and the loan or financing agreement. To qualify, the sale and purchase agreement (SPA) must be executed between 1 September 2024 and 31 December 2034, and construction must have been completed before 1 September 2024.

Foreign Ownership and Title Structure in Forest City
Foreign buyers are permitted to purchase residential units in Forest City, provided the transaction meets Malaysia’s applicable foreign ownership rules, including any state authority approval required for the acquisition.

Foreign buyers should distinguish between Malaysia’s general state-level minimum purchase-price rules and the Forest City SFZ-linked route, as the applicable threshold may depend on the buyer’s intended purchase and residency pathway. Johor’s general minimum threshold for foreign residential acquisition is generally set at RM1 million. The Forest City SFZ MM2H-linked route generally starts at RM500,000 for qualifying purchases from the developer, but buyers should confirm the current threshold, timing and source-of-purchase requirements with a licensed Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) agent and Malaysian conveyancing lawyer.

The majority of residential units at Forest City are held on freehold tenure, meaning the tenure is not subject to a fixed lease-expiry period. Upon conducting a land title search, the buyer’s lawyer will obtain the title document, which clearly indicates the tenure type, whether freehold or leasehold. Marketing materials, project descriptions and buyer summaries should not be treated as substitutes for title verification.

Forest City SFZ Stamp Duty Remission
Within the Forest City SFZ, eligible individual purchasers buying completed residential or commercial units directly from the developer may claim a 50% remission on stamp duty payable on the instrument of transfer and on the instrument of loan or financing agreement.

The remission is subject to gazetted eligibility conditions, including purchaser type, source of purchase, SPA execution period and construction completion date. Sub-sale and resale transactions do not fall within the stated scope of this individual-purchaser remission. Corporate purchasers should assess any applicable SFZ treatment separately against the relevant remission order and professional tax advice.

In practical terms, the remission may reduce two key transaction costs: stamp duty on the property transfer and stamp duty on the loan or financing agreement. The actual saving will depend on the property price, financing amount, buyer category and applicable stamp duty rate. EY Malaysia and Lexology provide additional details from a third-party perspective.

Forest City SFZ Stamp Duty Remission vs Standard Rules for Foreign Buyers:

Element	Forest City SFZ Stamp Duty Remission	Standard Stamp Duty Rules for Foreign Buyers (from 1 Jan 2026)
Stamp duty on transfer	50% remission under the gazetted order	Flat 8% on residential property
Stamp duty on loan/financing	50% remission under the gazetted order	0.5% of loan amount, standard
SPA execution period	1 Sep 2024 – 31 Dec 2034	No specified expiry date
Construction completion required	Before 1 Sep 2024	Not applicable
Eligible buyer type	Individual purchasers only	Applicable to all buyers, subject to the relevant rules
Eligible purchase source	Direct purchase from the developer only	Developer purchase or sub-sale transaction

What the Forest City SFZ Adds Beyond Stamp Duty
The Forest City SFZ offers benefits beyond the stamp duty remission described above. For property buyers, the designation provides three key considerations for property buyers: the 50% stamp duty remission for eligible direct purchases, the SFZ-tier MM2H pathway for qualifying buyers purchasing a Forest City property valued at RM500,000 or above, and the broader policy support associated with Forest City’s role within Johor’s cross-border growth strategy.

While the SFZ MM2H requires applicants to purchase property in Forest City, they are not required to live in it. Approved holders can rent out the property and are free to live anywhere in Malaysia, including Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and other cities. In other words, the SFZ MM2H not only offers a convenient pathway to long-term residency but also gives holders considerable flexibility in where they live. Even without long-term residency in Johor, the SFZ MM2H may offer a comparatively accessible pathway to long-term residency, subject to the applicable eligibility requirements, with lower entry requirements and a clearer approval process, balancing affordability, policy stability, and proximity to Singapore.

Under the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) framework, policy consultations and commitments are turning into approved projects, investment, and employment opportunities, while cross-border facilitation measures continue to improve, supporting greater cross-border mobility between Johor and Singapore. Forest City itself has built a comprehensive ecosystem of amenities, combining daily convenience, residential safety, and international connectivity. Residents can reach Singapore via the Second Link, and Forest City is only about two kilometres from Singapore across the Johor Strait. The upcoming Johor-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS Link) is expected to further improve cross-border connectivity once passenger service begins.

The area is home to residents from over 20 countries, forming a diverse international community. Forest City features international schools and convenient access to a range of healthcare facilities, making it ideal for long-term family residence. Even for those not residing long-term, Forest City’s comprehensive planning, 24-hour property management, and dedicated security system ensure that owners’ assets are well protected. Furthermore, two championship-level golf courses and waterfront facilities offer high-quality leisure options.

These amenities, combined with the MM2H residency status, present a viable solution that balances quality of life and residency planning. More importantly, the financial district is rapidly evolving into a leading financial and digital economy hub, having already attracted 260 investment enquiries and being on track to exceed its RM2 billion investment target this year, as financial institutions and businesses progressively establish a presence there. At the same time, Forest City has secured Malaysian Digital Status and duty‑free island status, contributing to the continued growth of its resident population and consumer market. These policies and infrastructure enhancements significantly reinforce Forest City’s attractiveness and cross‑border connectivity. In particular, the economic activity and population growth supported by SFZ’s tax incentives, industrial clustering, Digital Status, and duty‑free island policies provide robust structural support for the long‑term value of its properties.

Key Considerations Before Entering an SPA in 2026

• Title and tenure: Confirm the title type and tenure of the selected unit through a current land title search conducted by a Malaysian conveyancing lawyer.
• SFZ stamp duty remission: Review eligibility for the 50% remission, including purchaser type, source of purchase, SPA execution period and unit completion date.
• Foreign-buyer threshold: Confirm the applicable minimum purchase, including whether the general Johor threshold or the Forest City SFZ MM2H-linked pathway applies.
• Stamp duty treatment: Request a written breakdown of stamp duty on the property transfer and any loan or financing agreement, before and after the SFZ remission.
• MM2H linkage, if applicable: Where the purchase is linked to an SFZ MM2H application, confirm the current deposit, age, minimum-stay and property-purchase timing requirements with a licensed MM2H agent.

Is Forest City Worth Buying in 2026? Three Buyer Profiles
Forest City properties may serve different purposes for cross-border homeowners, MM2H applicants and institutional or corporate investors.

• Singapore-based foreign buyers: For buyers seeking a freehold cross-border base, the SFZ stamp duty remission is relevant where the unit qualifies. Together with the upcoming RTS Link, Forest City’s cross-border accessibility is expected to improve further.
• MM2H-route buyers: For buyers using the Forest City SFZ MM2H pathway, the RM500,000 entry point for qualifying developer purchases is a key consideration. The property purchase requirement is part of the route, and buyers should confirm the applicable 90-day post-approval purchase timeline with a licensed MM2H agent.
• Institutional and business-linked investors: The SFZ incentives are primarily designed for financial institutions, family offices, fintech operators and related business activity. For this segment, residential investment considerations should be assessed alongside broader SFZ-related economic activity, including family-office activity, the potential inflow of skilled professionals and JSSEZ-related demand.

What Buyers Should Confirm Separately
This guide does not provide fixed price quotations, guarantee rental yields or project future capital appreciation, as these depend on unit type, launch phase, vacancy assumptions, financing terms and market conditions.

Prospective buyers should confirm current pricing with recent market listings and current prices provided by the developer’s sales gallery. They should also verify foreign-buyer rules, unit-level tenure, and title procedures with a Malaysian conveyancing lawyer. A current title search can help confirm the registered owner, tenure, encumbrances and other legal particulars of the selected unit before the buyer signs an SPA or makes a deposit.

Financing should also be assessed separately with Malaysian banks or a mortgage broker, as foreign-buyer loan-to-value ratios, rates and approval conditions vary by borrower profile and lender. Forest City’s investment overview provides broader context, but transaction-specific pricing, financing, title status and yield assumptions should be verified independently.

Conclusion
While no property guide can replace advice from a Malaysian conveyancing lawyer, tax adviser or licensed property consultant, Forest City’s 2026 proposition is now supported by clearer reference points: unit-level title verification, a gazetted 50% SFZ stamp duty remission, and the RTS Link’s expected five-minute Johor Bahru–Singapore rail crossing once passenger service begins.

With the SFZ remission window running until 31 December 2034, 2026 should therefore be viewed not as a deadline, but as an appropriate time for careful due diligence. Purchasers should assess unit-level eligibility, transaction costs and long-term objectives with appropriate professional support. The key consideration for Forest City property buyers in 2026 is that the legal and tax framework for eligible transactions is now sufficiently defined to allow detailed verification before an SPA is signed.

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About Forest City Special Financial Zone

Located in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Forest City Special Financial Zone (FCSFZ) is Malaysia’s first designated special financial zone and a key financial-services component of the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone. It is positioned to attract financial institutions, multinational corporations, high-net-worth individuals and businesses operating in wealth management, financial technology and global business services.

Its incentive framework includes a 0% income tax rate for qualifying Single Family Office Vehicles for up to 20 years, a preferential 5% corporate tax rate for approved qualifying activities, and a special 15% personal income tax rate for eligible knowledge workers, subject to the applicable conditions, regulatory approvals and prevailing legislation. Forest City also holds duty-free island status, further strengthening its appeal as a regional investment, business and wealth-management destination near Singapore.

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年7月31日 – 全港規模最大的母嬰年度盛會「荷花 BB 展」在香港會展中心啟幕。國貨原創設計童裝品牌「杏子衫 XINGZISHAN」首次登陸展會，以原創功能性兒童家居服為載體，融合東西方美學及高品質工藝，立足大灣區窗口，完成品牌港澳市場重磅首秀，正式開啟品牌出海新階段。

首個內地兒童打底衫原創設計品牌 登陸香港頂級母嬰展

「杏子衫」品牌誕生源於真實育兒痛點，「杏子衫」聚焦兒童貼身剛需場景，無痕親膚、抑敏護膚、透氣速幹等核心功能面料研發，針對兒童易出汗、敏感肌、晝夜溫差、居家外出多場景打造細分打底衫矩陣，以極簡舒適為基底，兼顧東方孩童身形版型與日常活動場景，精准匹配本地亞熱帶氣候育兒需求。

「荷花 BB 展」兼具終端零售引流、跨境商貿對接雙重價值，長期由海外、港台母嬰品牌佔據主流席位，內地兒童打底衫原創設計品牌稀缺。本次「杏子衫」攜全系列兒童功能性打底產品亮相，成為現場極具辨識度的內地原創代表品牌。憑藉差異化原創設計與硬核產品實力，「杏子衫」成功展現了內地原創童裝品牌的高端品質與人文溫度。

堅守匠心與創業初心：一件打底衫，給孩子自在成長的底氣

「杏子衫」始終堅持 “從打底到托底” —— 不止做一件貼身內搭，更以安全、專業、高適配兼具時尚美感的功能性服飾，守護孩童自在探索的底氣，也為萬千家長卸下育兒穿搭焦慮。

談及品牌創立初衷，「杏子衫」品牌創始人張陽芷現場分享創業內核：”打底衫是孩童每日貼身陪伴的衣物，是成長最基礎的一層守護，我們希望做好這件’貼身小事’，用專業面料與舒適剪裁，托住孩子無拘束的童年。”

開展期間，展位持續迎來香港本地孕媽寶媽、內地跨境家庭、母嬰連鎖採購商駐足體驗，現場不少寶媽表示，杏子衫透氣、不悶汗、無痕不磨膚的面料很適合香港的氣候和孩子的日常活動需求，一件家居服從臥室到戶外的多場景穿搭能為寶媽日常育兒”減負”。不少爸爸在為孩子選購童裝時常會顧慮審美、品質難以契合家人期待，「杏子衫」精准把握這一消費痛點，憑藉出眾的面料質感與貼合孩童的美學設計，讓爸爸選購童裝也能輕鬆收穫認可，成為家庭優選品牌。

國貨文化雙向輸出：東方意蘊碰撞西式簡約美學

本次參展是「杏子衫」品牌出海的關鍵契機，也是國貨童裝文化輸出的一次生動展示。展位空間設計將品牌故事、天然面料、育兒理念同步傳遞給消費者，亦結合香港本土元素如叮叮車等增強本地化互動；在產品設計上，品牌跳出傳統國風童裝繁複印花的固有思路，實現東方文化與西式美學柔和共生：提取銀杏葉、麥穗、祥雲等東方自然意象作為品牌視覺符號，搭配歐美童裝經典簡約俐落剪裁，汲取低飽和溫潤大自然色系，兼顧實用性與氛圍感。

品牌海外佈局落地：以香港為跳板，開拓海外市場

依託香港「背靠祖國、聯通世界」的獨特區位優勢及「超級聯繫人」的樞紐價值，「杏子衫」借本次展會首次亮相香港的契機，以荷花 BB 展為重要窗口，深度對接港澳本地母嬰銷售渠道、連鎖機構與採購資源，快速打開港澳本土市場，搭建內地原創童裝直達港澳家庭的流通鏈路，後續計劃穩步拓展至東南亞國家，向粵港澳大灣區乃至海外傳遞國貨兒童服飾研發實力與東方育兒美學，讓原創國貨童裝走向更廣闊的國際舞臺。

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WILLEMSTAD, CURAÇAO – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 July 2026 – The second edition of 1win Essence, the international online Dota 2 tournament series organized by 1win, is now underway, bringing together 10 internationally recognized teams from Europe, Asia, North America, and South America.

Running through August 5, the tournament reflects 1win’s commitment to supporting the global eSports movement by creating opportunities for top organizations to compete and engage with fans worldwide.

Building on the inaugural edition, 1win Essence II features a refined competitive format designed to deliver a more streamlined experience for participating teams and viewers. This year’s lineup includes BetBoom Team, Team Liquid, Team Falcons, 1win Team, Nigma Galaxy, MOUZ, GamerLegion, LGD Gaming, Vici Gaming, and OG.

The tournament opened with a round-robin group stage, where teams were divided into two groups of five competing in best-of-two series. The competition will continue with double-elimination playoffs before concluding with the Grand Final on August 5.

As matches continue throughout the week, 1win Essence II highlights 1win’s broader commitment to supporting competitive gaming and fostering opportunities for players, organizations, creators, and esports communities around the world.

Tournament updates are available via the official 1win Essence Telegram channel, while matches are being streamed live on w.tv.

Hashtag: #1win

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About 1win Essence

1win Essence is a global online Dota 2 tournament. Organized by 1win, the competition combines elite-level gameplay, substantial prize pools, and professional broadcasts, offering fans high-quality Dota 2 action throughout the season.

HKSTP Hosts Showcase Featuring Clinical Progress from 10 Park Companies and Real-Life Patient Stories

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 July 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) today hosted the HKSTP Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Showcase 2026 at the Charles K. Kao Auditorium, Hong Kong Science Park, with support from Invest Hong Kong. The event brought together more than 200 representatives from the healthcare, academic, investment and regulatory sectors, both locally and from overseas. A major milestone announced at the event was that HKSTP partner company Hong Kong Regen Medtech Limited (HKRM) has become the first facility in Hong Kong to be recognised by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Hong Kong (PPBHK) as an allogeneic mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) PIC/S GMP manufacturing facility, enabling the production of advanced therapy products for clinical trials.

Mr Terry Wong, CEO of HKSTP, said in his remarks: “Cell and gene therapy is one of the fastest-growing fields in life and health tech. The establishment of Hong Kong’s first stem cell production facility certified to PIC/S GMP standards at Hong Kong Science Park marks a significant milestone for the city’s life and health tech ecosystem. The significance of this certification goes far beyond technology alone. It signifies not only that production has met the highest international safety standards, but also that patients and their families can choose locally manufactured cell therapy products with confidence and complete trust. This is a tangible achievement that will enable every Hong Kong citizen to benefit directly. As the orchestrator of Hong Kong’s innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem, HKSTP has been proactively connecting the life and health tech community with partners, investors and academia. Through a diverse range of incubation programmes, we provide our park companies with seed funding, innovation space, world-class infrastructure and regulatory support, helping them overcome challenges in the journey from laboratory research to clinical translation and turning scientific breakthroughs into real therapeutic outcomes for patients. We will continue to drive ecosystem development and fully support local I&T enterprises in bringing research achievements ‘Made in Hong Kong’ to the global stage.”

Hong Kong’s First PIC/S GMP Stem Cell Production Facility Bridges a Critical Gap from Research to Clinical Application

One of the highlights of the event was HKRM, an HKSTP partner company, recently obtaining Hong Kong’s first PIC/S GMP licence for stem cell production and operating the related manufacturing facility at Hong Kong Science Park, marking a key step in advancing the clinical translation of advanced therapies in Hong Kong. PIC/S GMP is internationally recognised as the gold standard for pharmaceutical manufacturing quality. Facilities must undergo rigorous international assessment to ensure that every batch is produced in a strictly controlled environment.

Mr Stanley Sy, HKRM Co-founder and CEO, said: “HKRM’s attainment of Hong Kong’s first PIC/S GMP certification for stem cell production marks not only an important milestone in the company’s development, but also signifies that Hong Kong now has the critical infrastructure needed to further support the clinical translation of advanced cell therapies. A stringent, internationally recognised manufacturing quality system helps ensure product consistency and traceability, while strengthening the confidence of medical and regulatory authorities in locally manufactured cell-based products. Based at Hong Kong Science Park, HKRM is grateful for the longstanding support of HKSTP. We also look forward to working with research and clinical partners in the Park to bring more promising therapeutic solutions from Hong Kong to the international stage.”

Patients, Families and Doctors Share First-hand Stories of the Journey from Cell Banking to Clinical Breakthroughs

The event also featured first-hand experiences from patients, their families and doctors on their treatment journeys. Park company Mononuclear Therapeutics (MonoTx) operates Hong Kong’s first AABB-accredited public cord blood bank and haematopoietic stem cell apheresis facility at Hong Kong Science Park, with more than 2,000 cord blood units in storage.

Dr Wendy Cheng, Chief Operating Officer of MonoTx, joined Professor Leung Tak Yeung and Professor Ronald Wang of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) to share research findings and patient cases with patient families.

Professor Leung Tak Yeung’s team at CUHK is studying a treatment for foetuses with severe alpha-thalassaemia by processing the mother’s stem cells through MonoTx and infusing them into the foetus, to investigate whether the foetus can develop immune tolerance to the mother’s stem cells and thereby improve clinical outcomes.

Professor Ronald Wang’s team is using cord blood to treat neonatal brain injury. Preliminary findings suggest that cord blood infusion within 48 hours of birth may help repair brain injury and improve the child’s developmental outcomes later in life.

360 Life Sciences Companies Gather at Hong Kong Science Park, Reinforcing Hong Kong’s Position as an International Health and Medical Innovation Hub

Hong Kong Science Park is home to more than 360 life sciences companies, while the number of cell and gene therapy (CGT) enterprises continues to grow, spanning frontier fields such as stem cells, gene editing, personalised cancer vaccines and CAR-T immunotherapy, and addressing diseases including cancer, heart failure and neurodegenerative disorders. HKSTP will continue to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international health and medical innovation hub by accelerating the translation and application of more locally developed R&D outcomes for the benefit of patients, the industry and society. In doing so, it aims to make innovative therapies more accessible and enable Hong Kong to play an even greater role on the global life and health tech stage.

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Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 to create a thriving I&T ecosystem grooming 14 unicorns, more than 17,000 research professionals and over 2,400 technology companies from 26 countries and regions focused on developing healthtech, AI and robotics, fintech and smart city technologies, etc.

Our growing innovation ecosystem offers comprehensive support to attract and nurture talent, accelerate and commercialise innovation for technology ventures, with the I&T journey built around our key locations of Hong Kong Science Park in Pak Shek Kok, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong and three modern InnoParks in Tai Po, Tseung Kwan O and Yuen Long realising a vision of new industrialisation for Hong Kong, where sectors including advanced manufacturing, micro-electronics and biotechnology are being reimagined.

Hong Kong Science Park Shenzhen Branch in Futian, Shenzhen plays positive roles in connecting the world and the mainland with our proximity, strengthening cross-border exchange to bring advantages in attracting global talent and allowing possibilities for the development of technology companies in seven key areas: Medtech, big data and AI, robotics, new materials, microelectronics, fintech and sustainability, with both dry and wet laboratories, co-working space, conference and exhibition facilities, and more.

Through our R&D infrastructure, startup support and enterprise services, commercialisation and investment expertise, partnership networks and talent traction, HKSTP continues to contribute in establishing I&T as a pillar of growth for Hong Kong.

More information about HKSTP is available at www.hkstp.org.

New regional programme will assess environmental hygiene practices, support hospital improvement, and recognise excellence in patient safety across Asia Pacific, with winners honoured at the APSIC 2028 Congress.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 July 2026 – The Asia Pacific Society of Infection Control (APSIC), in collaboration with Schuelke, has launched the APSIC Environment Hygiene Excellence Award, a programme to recognise hospitals that demonstrate excellence in environmental hygiene and infection prevention across the Asia Pacific region. The programme was announced today at the APSIC 2026 Congress.

Environmental hygiene is a critical component of infection prevention and patient safety, yet standards and implementation of environmental hygiene vary significantly across the region’s healthcare settings. The new programme aims to raise awareness, strengthen best practices, and support hospitals to improve environmental hygiene through a structured, scientifically guided framework.

Participating hospitals will be evaluated using APSIC-developed guidelines and audit criteria, with assessments conducted through an independent scientific framework led by an APSIC-appointed expert panel comprising infection prevention specialists from across the region.

“Environmental hygiene is fundamental to infection prevention and patient safety, yet often under-recognised. This initiative brings renewed focus to raising standards across healthcare systems in Asia Pacific,” said Professor Moi Lin Ling, APSIC Programme Chair, APSIC Environment Hygiene Excellence Award

Through this regional collaboration, APSIC and Schuelke aim to:

• Promote awareness and adoption of best practices in environmental hygiene across healthcare institutions in Asia Pacific.
• Provide hospitals with structured tools to assess performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Enable benchmarking and knowledge exchange among healthcare institutions to advance infection prevention standards regionally.

Shortlisted hospitals will receive expert-led educational support, including regional webinars and on-site training sessions, to help strengthen infection prevention strategies and improve operational environmental hygiene practices. Finalists will undergo an on-site audit by APSIC experts, and winners will be honoured at the APSIC 2028 Congress.

“As a long-standing partner in infection prevention, Schuelke is committed to supporting healthcare institutions in advancing environmental hygiene standards through scientific collaboration and education,” said Patrick Kaminski, President and CEO, Schuelke Asia Pacific.

The programme represents one of the first coordinated regional efforts to standardise, assess, and recognise excellence in environmental hygiene across healthcare systems in Asia Pacific. By combining scientific criteria, expert review, and practical education, the initiative is designed to support meaningful and measurable improvements in hospital hygiene, patient safety, and infection prevention outcomes.

Healthcare institutions interested in participating in the programme can find more information at www.ehea.health
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About Asia Pacific Society of Infection Control (APSIC)

APSIC was established in 1998 and is a multinational, voluntary organisation dedicated to advancing infection prevention and control practices to reduce hospital-associated infections, respond to emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, and improve patient outcomes. APSIC brings together multidisciplinary infection prevention and control professionals across the region to share knowledge, experience, quality improvement initiatives, and research findings through training courses, seminars, congresses, and conferences in Asia Pacific. APSIC also works to establish collaborative partnerships that promote cost-effective, evidence-based practices across the region.

Learn more about APSIC at: https://apsic-apac.org/

About Schuelke

Schuelke, headquartered in Norderstedt, Germany, is a global leader in infection prevention and control with more than 135 years of experience. Guided by its purpose, “We protect lives worldwide,” Schuelke is committed to advancing health and safety through innovative solutions, scientific expertise, and strong partnerships across the healthcare ecosystem.

In an increasingly interconnected world where infectious risks transcend borders, Schuelke works closely with healthcare professionals, institutions, and industry partners to strengthen infection prevention practices across diverse care settings.

The company operates across four key business areas—Healthcare, Consumer Health (OTC), Direct Patient Care, and Life Sciences—offering a comprehensive portfolio of solutions spanning antisepsis, disinfection, hygiene management, and specialised applications.

With globally recognised brands such as mikrozid®, microshield®, octenisept®, desmanol®, and desderman®, Schuelke provides trusted solutions for surface disinfection, skin antisepsis, hand hygiene, and wound care, supporting healthcare professionals in maintaining safe and effective clinical environments.

Learn more about Schuelke at: https://www.schuelke.com

HONG KONG SAR- Media OutReach Newswire – 31 July 2026 – AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, officially launched its new Hong Kong office and Asia headquarters at 83 King Lam Street in Cheung Sha Wan, unveiling a workplace that reflects how the company is evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients and communities. The ceremony was attended by Jill Hudkins, global chief executive, AECOM Advisory, alongside clients, partners and employees.

Designed as a living demonstration of the way AECOM works, the office brings together people, technology and sustainable design in a future-ready environment that reflects both the company’s values and its deep connection to Hong Kong.

The new workplace underlines the company’s commitment to Hong Kong. At a time of transformational development in Hong Kong, including landmark initiatives such as the Northern Metropolis and SKYTOPIA, it strengthens AECOM’s ability to support clients locally while leveraging its breadth of expertise across Asia.

Ian Chung, chief executive of AECOM’s Asia region, said: “Our new Hong Kong office and Asia headquarters represents AECOM’s largest office investment in Asia and reflects our confidence in Hong Kong’s future. For more than 50 years, we have partnered with clients and communities to help shape the city’s development. This new workplace will strengthen collaboration and innovation across our teams, enabling us to support the opportunities ahead and continue growing future Hong Kong together with our clients and partners.”

Johnny Cheuk, executive leader, Hong Kong, AECOM, said: “As Hong Kong enters a new era of development, creating the right environment for our people and clients to collaborate has never been more important. Our new office is designed to foster innovation, collaboration and multidisciplinary teamwork, strengthening our ability to deliver better outcomes for clients and communities. This future-ready workplace will help us bring together the talent and expertise needed to shape Hong Kong’s next chapter of growth.”

Occupying approximately 126,000 gross square feet across four floors, the workplace is designed around AECOM’s Freedom to Grow framework, supporting flexible, performance-led ways of working through a variety of spaces for focused work, project delivery, hybrid meetings and collaboration. Client engagement areas, innovation spaces and technology-enabled environments further support co-creation and knowledge sharing. It demonstrates the same people-centered and future-ready principles that AECOM helps clients deliver every day.

A digital dashboard powered by IoT sensors provides real-time insights into energy consumption and indoor air quality, making workplace sustainability performance visible and measurable. The relocation also embraced circular economy principles. More than 900 furniture items from AECOM’s previous Sha Tin office were donated to local schools and non-governmental organizations, extending their useful life while reducing landfill waste.

Employee wellbeing was integral to the design. Activity-based workspace design promotes the exchange of ideas, collaboration, socialization and focused work, while natural materials, green walls and planted dividers bring biophilic elements into the workplace. Bamboo finishes and sustainable carpets help reduce the environmental impact of the fit-out.

The workplace also reflects AECOM’s multidisciplinary strength in infrastructure delivery. The office is located at 83 King Lam Street, a twin-tower commercial development for which AECOM provided structural, geotechnical and façade engineering services. The project was recognized at the HKIE Structural Division Structural Excellence Award 2025.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle — from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of US$16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.