HONG KONG, 18 March, 2020 – The South China Morning Post, a leading global media company based in Hong Kong has launched its eighth edition of 100 Top Tables, the definitive guide for business executives and food aficionados in Hong Kong and Macau. 

Chosen by our independent editorial panel of Hong Kong’s most coveted restaurants 100 Top Tables, 100 Top Tables recognises and celebrates outstanding restaurants and talents who have gone above and beyond the call of duty.  This year’s guide features five special awards, including two new categories to highlight the contributions of those who have elevated the dining scene. 

This year’s 100 Top Tables includes two new categories that recognises up-and-coming chef as well as a category that recognises excellence in pastry making. The winners are: 

• Best chef – Vicky Cheng, VEA Restaurant & Lounge
• Best service – Roganic Hong Kong
• Best ambience – SEVVA
• Best pastry chef (NEW) – Ringo Chan, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong
• Rising Star (NEW) – Ricardo Chaneton, MONO

Chef Vicky Cheng of VEA Restaurant & Lounge clinched this year’s “Best Chef” award, earning accolades for his signature dishes that includes roasted sea cucumber that truly represents Chinese fusion cuisine by taking indigenous locally sourced produce and applying French cooking techniques.

“I truly just wanted to do something that no one else in Hong Kong had done before. I wanted to embark and showcase Hong Kong’s culture through the lens of European cooking. Thanks to all of our very loyal guests and hard-working team we are at where we are today,” said Cheng.

The publication showcases 100 Hong Kong and 20 Macau-based restaurants, making it a must-have for senior executives searching for the best restaurants for business and pleasure. This year’s judges included a mix of veterans and new inductees to the committee to ensure the results were balanced, objective and comprehensive.

Said Gary Liu, SCMP’s Chief Executive Officer, “We’re proud that 100 Top Tables continues to be an influential and much sought-after guide by executive diners, and respected by culinary establishments for its independent rigorous selection process. We are pleased to honour these restaurants of Hong Kong and Macau and celebrate the chefs who resolutely strive for excellence.”

Winnie Chung, SCMP’s Editorial Director of Specialist Publications added, “This year’s 100 Top Tables is dedicated to our winners who have shown incredible resilience in the face of adversity. It has been a most difficult year for their industry but they have managed to prove that delicious food, excellent service and great ambience will always win over patrons. Congratulations to our 120 winners in Hong Kong and Macau!”

100 Top Tables offers readers with an impartial overview of each restaurant, including information on a restaurant’s cuisine and ambiance – from a shortlist of signature dishes and the price of corkage to amenities like valet parking and alfresco dining. Contact details, including a restaurant’s address and hours of operation, are also listed.

The guide was thoughtfully edited, prioritising the overall dining experience as the primary selection criterion and organised by cuisine: Chinese, Western, French, Italian, Japanese, Steak and Grills, and East/West, along with a separate section for Macau. 

100 Top Tables 2020 will be available at major bookstores and supermarkets in Hong Kong at a retail price of HK$168 from March 23. In-store copies can be found at a number of premium airport lounges throughout Asia and select recreation clubs. Selected in-depth stories about the restaurants and featured articles of the special awards winners can be found at http://www.scmp.com/topics/100-top-tables.

 

 

About South China Morning Post

South China Morning Post is a leading global news company that has reported on China and Asia for more than a century. Founded in 1903, SCMP is headquartered in Hong Kong, where it is the city’s newspaper of record, with a growing correspondent staff across Asia and the United States. SCMP’s vision is to “Elevate Thought” and our mission is to “Lead the global conversation about China”. Additionally, SCMP publishes a portfolio of premium lifestyle and fashion titles in Hong Kong including ​Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire and, Harper’s BAZAAR.​ SCMP is also home to Abacus, a digital news brand focused on China’s tech industry; Inkstone, a daily news brief for those curious about China’s growing impact around the world; and Goldthread, a culture publication exploring Chinese stories across video and feature articles.

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100 Top Tables 2020 – A definitive guide to executive dining

CHINESE
1. Above & Beyond	2. Ah Yat Harbour View Restaurant	3. Canton Room
4. China Tang (Landmark)	5. Chinese Library	6. Dong Lai Shun
7. Dynasty	8.  Forum Restaurant	9. Guo Fu Lou
10. Hoi King Heen	11. Hung Tong	12. Hutong
13. Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine	14. Lung King Heen	15. Man Wah
16. Ming Court	17. Mott 32	18. Old Bailey
19. One Harbour Road	20. PIIN Wine Restaurant	21. Shang Palace
22. Spring Moon	23.  Summer Palace	24. T’ang Court
25. The Chairman	26. Tin Lung Heen	27. Xin Rong Ji
28. Yan Toh Heen	29. Yat Tung Heen	30. Ying Jee Club
WESTERN
1. Arcane	2. Frantzén’s Kitchen	3. Hue Restaurant & Bar
4. Hugo’s	5. Roganic Hong Kong	6. The Verandah

 

FRENCH
1. Arbor	2. Belon	3. Caprice
4. ÉCRITURE	5. Épure French Fine Dining	6. Gaddi’s
7. L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon	8. L’Envol	9. Louise
10. LE PAN	11. MONO	12. Pierre
13. Rech by Alain Ducasse	14. Restaurant Petrus
ITALIAN
1. 8 ½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA Hong Kong	2. Angelini	3. Castellana Restaurant
4. Gaia Ristorante	5. Gradini Ristorante E Bar Italiano	6. Grissini
7. Nicholini’s	8. Octavium	9. Sabatini Ristorante Italiano
10. Spiga	11. Theo Mistral by Theo Randall	12. Tosca

 

JAPANESE
1. Godenya	2. Hanare	3. Kaiseki Den by Saotome
4. Kakure	5. Kashiwaya Hong Kong	6. Kyoku
7.Nadaman	8. Nobu	9. Ryota Kappou Modern
10. Shikigiku Japanese Restaurant	11. Sushi Masataka	12. Sushi Saito
13. Sushi Shikon	14. Sushi Tokami	15. Sushiyoshi
16. Tenku RyuGin	17. The Araki
STEAK AND GRILLS
1. Alto Bar & Grill	2. Buenos Aires Polo Club	3. Grand Hyatt Steakhouse
4. HENRY	5. Mandarin Grill + Bar	6. Morton’s of Chicago
7. PROHIBITION Grill House & Cocktail Bar	8. STEAK HOUSE winebar + grill

 

EAST / WEST
1. Aaharn	2. Amber	3. Aqua
4. Bo Innovation	5. HAKU	6. New Punjab Club
7. Ronin	8. SEVVA	9. Ta Vie
10. Takumi by Daisuke Mori	11. TATE Dining & Bar	12. VEA Restaurant & Lounge
13. ZEST by Konishi
MACAU
1. 8 ½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA MACAU	2. Aji	3. Alain Ducasse at Morpheus
4. Chiado Portuguese Restaurant	5. Dynasty 8	6. Feng Wei Ju
7. Golden Flower	8. Jade Dragon	9. Lai Heen
10. Mizumi	11. Pearl Dragon	12. Robuchon au Dôme
13. Shinji by Kanesaka	14. The Eight	15. The Kitchen
16. The Tasting Room	17. Wing Lei	18. Yamazato
19. Yi	20. Zi Yat Heen

 

HONG KONG, 20 February 2020 – Operation Santa Claus (OSC) continued to make a difference in Hong Kong with its 2019 campaign ‘From Hong Kong with Love’ raising more than HK$15.2 million in donations, providing hope and a bright spark in the new year despite such difficult times.

Aimed at sharing the gift of hope and kindness to brighten the lives of the needy, the annual fundraising campaign coordinated community-wide charity events that supported 13 beneficiaries which continue to contribute to causes that serve children and youth, as well as individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

OSC, which is jointly organised by Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) Radio 3 and the South China Morning Post (SCMP), also celebrated the successful campaign by announcing four awards to noteworthy schools and corporations for their fundraising efforts. They are:
● Top Corporate Fundraiser – Morgan Stanley
● Most Creative Corporate Fundraiser – Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital
● Top School Fundraiser – Discovery Mind Educational Organisation
● Most Creative School Fundraiser – Shung Tak Catholic English College

This year’s campaign also welcomed new donors including Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited, Hong Kong Disneyland, the Consulate General of Sweden and ESF Shatin Junior School, contributing to support OSC’s cause. OSC also benefited from the support of its two high-profile ambassadors in Olympic swimmer Stephanie AU and local celebrity Pakho CHAU, who visited Hong Kong Disneyland to promote sales of its charity postcards, as well as the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital to participate at its fundraising carnival.

“I couldn’t be prouder of our wonderful community and my colleagues and friends at RTHK and the SCMP for the amazing results they have achieved in three short, difficult months. As you’re just about to find out Hong Kong’s spirit is as strong as ever.” said LEUNG Ka-wing, Director of Broadcasting, RTHK.

Said Gary LIU, SCMP CEO, “I am incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished together. It gives Mr LEUNG and I great pleasure to announce that we have exceeded our donations target in support of our 13 beneficiaries, whose work is vital to Hong Kong and deserve our attention and contribution. We look forward to many more years of serving our community through OSC – together, we will elevate this city and make a lasting difference.”

About Operation Santa Claus

Operation Santa Claus (OSC) is one of Hong Kong’s most beloved charity efforts. Established in 1988, OSC aims to connect the local community with charities and is jointly organised by Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) and the South China Morning Post (SCMP), two of the city’s most respected media organisations. OSC is one of Hong Kong’s biggest annual fundraising campaigns and has raised about HK$300 million and has brought goodwill to over 280 charities in the past 31 years. For more information about the OSC campaign, please visit OSC websites rthk.hk/osc2019 and osc.scmp.com. 

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OSC 2019 Beneficiaries and Projects

This year, 13 charities in three distinct areas have been selected to receive OSC donations:

Beneficiaries	Project Title or Details
Hong Kong Paediatric Rheumatism Association	Fledgling for Rheumatic Children
InspiringHK Sports Foundation	ZoomIN Sports! Photo Empowerment Contest
Junior Achievement Hong Kong	JA Be My Own Boss Family
PathFinders	A Child’s Journey with PathFinders
The Hub Hong Kong	Project T
Charles K. Kao Foundation for Alzheimer’s Disease	Support on cognitive training and daycare service for dementia patients
ChickenSoup Foundation	Project Super Senior
Hong Kong Women Workers’ Association	Triple UP: upcycling, upgrade, upholding
Project Space	Home Improvement 2019
Home of Loving Faithfulness	Provide life-long special care and attention to those who need constant monitoring
Mental Health Foundation	Night to Light Programme for young adults
Mind Mental Health Hong Kong	Coolminds for youngsters
Rolling Books & Audio Description Association Hong Kong	Multi-sensory Reading Experience through Image, Sound and Touch

 

HONG KONG, 13 February 2020 — The South China Morning Post today released its inaugural SCMP China AI Report 2020 that provides business and industry observers insights into significant advancements emerging from the world’s leading country in artificial intelligence adoption.

The report offers essential business intelligence by examining how data, talent, hardware and software become critical to wider adoption. China is one of the leading global hubs driving significant investments in AI research and development and the report covers applications across industries including finance, education, healthcare, infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, retail, smart homes and manufacturing, while highlighting issues related to data privacy and US-China tensions. 

Authored by SCMP Research, the report taps a wealth of industry knowledge from SCMP’s Technology Desk with actionable intelligence, deep dives, case studies and first-hand insights as well as exploring projections for the long term future. More importantly, the report is a comprehensive overview of the country’s technological, regulatory and policy developments and how it can be extended to other countries – issues that would be equally relevant to investors and academia.  

The SCMP China AI Report has already earned positive reviews from reputable industry leaders, including Jeffrey Ding, D.Phil Researcher at Oxford University’s Centre for the Governance of AI, who commented the report offers “big-picture trendlines neglected by other analyses”. Huang Wei, Founder and CEO of AI tech startup Unisound pointed out the report’s illuminating “insights on the entrepreneurial boldness of China AI companies and professionals.” 

“The speed of AI development in China has been extraordinary, and its deployment is already at a mind-boggling scale. The opportunities and challenges of this evolution will impact the entire world. This report benefits from SCMP’s depth of access and knowledge, and will elevate critical understanding for global stakeholders in the AI industry and beyond,” said Gary Liu, SCMP CEO.

Said Tammy Tam, SCMP’s Editor in Chief, “SCMP has been taking the lead in presenting our global audience the latest tech landscape in China, the publication of this updated and authoritative report showcases our commitment and tireless efforts in helping readers around the world to better understand China’s AI strategy.”

The full report is available for purchase here (https://www.scmp.com/china-ai-report), in addition to the exclusive opportunity to learn from and interact with AI experts and C-level executives from China AI companies through six webinars. 

 

Testimonials by technology experts on the China AI Report

1. Jeffrey Ding, D.Phil Researcher at Centre for the Governance of AI (Oxford University) and Founder of ChinAI Newsletter:
   “Integrating the best research on China’s AI landscape from academic, industry, and technical sources, SCMP’s China AI Report 2020 is a must-read. Readers will be impressed by big-picture trendlines neglected by other analyses, such as actual diffusion rates of AI technologies and the potential for greater product personalisation to upend the manufacturing landscape.”
2. Bowen Zhou, President of JD Cloud & AI, Chair of JD Technology Committee:
   “China offers fertile ground for the development of AI, in particular with its unique landscape open to a range of real-world scenarios. This is critical when bringing innovation to bear and enabling leapfrog technologies that have the potential to change the world. I’m delighted to participate in SCMP’s inaugural China AI Report and provide our perspective on AI and retail. The report’s incisive and highly readable presentation of the current state of AI in China will provide a valuable read to business leaders, AI enthusiasts and overall China watchers.”
3. Huang Wei, Founder and CEO of Unisound:
   “SCMP’s China AI report showcases the current state of the China AI industry comprehensively and systematically; the report’s insights on the entrepreneurial boldness of China AI companies and professionals are especially unique and illuminating. Unisound is honoured to be one of the case studies and to be able to share our industry perspectives with readers. 2019 saw the China AI industry achieving a series of breakthroughs, and 2020 is also looking to be another extraordinary year for the industry. How the AI industry will develop in the coming year is an important question to answer for all AI professionals, and we hope the SCMP can provide inspiration for the industry.”
4. Guanchun Wang, CEO of Laiye Tech:
   “This AI report by SCMP provides a very comprehensive and in-depth review of China’s AI landscape across technologies and sectors. It’s clear that AI is playing an ever-expanding role in China’s economy from security to education and health. However, the 14 AI Unicorns mentioned (and those aspiring to be) need to land better PMF (product-market fit) and develop ecosystems around themselves to become truly great companies in the era of artificial intelligence.”
5. Edith Yeung, General Partner at Proof of Capital and Advisor at 500 Startups:
   “China is home to the most number of artificial intelligence unicorns (startups valued at US$1 billion or above). There is no accident why China has become such a global force of artificial intelligence in such astonishingly rapid speed.  This report reveals how China caught up to the US in many industries including education, healthcare, entertainment smart cities, smart homes, finance, manufacturing, retail, logistics and many other use cases you cannot even imagine. As much as I admire the Chinese entrepreneurial spirit, its government ambition and determination to win this AI war, there are many challenges China is facing including the US-China tensions, increasing protectionism, mounting data privacy, and trust concern plus “venture capital winter”.  This comprehensive report is a must-read for all AI-focused investors, entrepreneurs, CEOs, regulators, and practitioners.”

 

About South China Morning Post

South China Morning Post is a leading global news company that has reported on China and Asia for more than a century. Founded in 1903, SCMP is headquartered in Hong Kong, where it is the city’s newspaper of record, with a growing correspondent staff across Asia and the United States. SCMP’s vision is to “Elevate Thought” and our mission is to “Lead the global conversation about China”. Additionally, SCMP publishes a portfolio of premium lifestyle and fashion titles in Hong Kong including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire and, Harper’s BAZAAR. SCMP is also home to Abacus, a digital news brand focused on China’s tech industry; Inkstone, a daily news brief for those curious about China’s growing impact around the world; and Goldthread, a content platform with a focus on food, travel and culture in China.

For further information please contact: pr@scmp.com

NEW YORK and HONG KONG, 23 January 2020 – Goldthread announced today the launch of ‘At Home with Dianxi Xiaoge’, a new six-part series featuring an exclusive inside look at the life of the Chinese Internet star, as well as introducing videos on preparing unique Chinese New Year dishes and desserts from Yunnan to mark the festive season. 

Dianxi Xiaoge quickly gained popularity with viewers outside of China for her soothing cooking videos. An interview with the influencer from rural Yunnan will be featured in English for the first time when the series kicks off on 6 February on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Dailymotion and Goldthread2.com, followed by five how-to-cook episodes featuring unique Yunnan dishes for the Lunar New Year – including “er kuai”, a savory rice cake, and a fermented rice dessert soup. Click here to view the teaser. 

Dianxi Xiaoge enjoys a following of nearly four million YouTube followers and has a fanbase of 11 million around the world. Her popularity comes from her easy-to-follow cooking videos that feature unique recipes, as well as snippets that reveal her authentic lifestyle and little-known perspectives of rural China. She prepares dishes that are unique to Yunnan, with an emphasis on cuisine from the Dai minority ethnic group. Armed with her one trusty cleaver, she cooks with relatively simple equipment using wood-fired woks. 

Dianxi Xiaoge’s new series follows the successful run of Goldthread’s 3-episode collaboration with Li Ziqi, another Chinese internet celebrity also known for her viral videos about lifestyle and cooking in the Chinese rural countryside. 

“Goldthread is for young, globally-curious people who want to discover China’s untold cultural stories,” said Victoria Ho, Executive Producer at Goldthread. “We’re proud of our series that showcases an authentic, lesser-known side of China’s food culture and lifestyle through two internet stars in Dianxi Xiaoge and Li Ziqi. We are delighted to have the opportunity to be the first media outside of China they have chosen to share their unique personal stories and lend their authentic voice to Goldthread’s growing narrative on Chinese culture.”

“This was an exciting opportunity to collaborate with Goldthread and showcase Yunnan’s unique culture and cuisine to a broader audience outside of China,” said Dianxi Xiaoge. “I hope viewers will get to know my hometown better and enjoy the dishes and desserts for China’s most important festival in China. ”

Dianxi Xiaoge was interviewed by Goldthread’s Senior Reporter Clarissa Wei, known for her passion for exploring Chinese cuisine outside of the stereotypical dumplings and lo mein, and love for getting inside the minds of expert chefs and hunting the best bits from China’s food scene. Viewers can also watch her other food series “Eat China” on Goldthread. 

About Goldthread

Goldthread is a social-first, video-driven media product created for digital explorers and ever-curious travellers. We weave the untold stories of Chinese people, places, food and culture from our journeys. We are relentless in our search for the next amazing bite and unforgettable experience.

Goldthread videos can be viewed on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Dailymotion.

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NEW YORK, 10 December 2019 – Global leaders, government officials and industry experts gathered in New York City today for the South China Morning Post’s inaugural China Conference: United States, analysing the current conflict between the U.S. and China and profiling a vision for future cooperation and competition between the world’s two biggest superpowers.

The event addressed questions about the US-China trade war, its effect on the global economy, the technological race for 5G and AI supremacy and the possibility of coexistence for two competing ideologies. Other thought-provoking discussions included the future of immigration, trade and cultural exchange between the two nations.

The event featured more than 30 well-known speakers, including former Minister of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China Dr Chen Deming who gave a keynote welcome on three perspectives on U.S.-China relations.

“Looking back on the 40 years of diplomatic relations between China and the U.S., our scientific and technological cooperation has become the most dynamic part of bilateral cooperation,” said Dr Chen Deming.

Dr Chen added: “In this relationship, there are both competition and cooperation, but we believe that competition does not necessarily lead to confrontation or conflict.”

More quotes from the event’s panel speakers are available in the factsheet below.

Said SCMP CEO Gary Liu, “As the shifts in geopolitical and economic balance continue to accelerate with the rise of China, we believe that there is an elevated need to understand the world better, with greater nuance and wider perspectives. Today’s event helped offer a deeper understanding by unpacking the complexities between the two nations, and a glimpse on how the world will be defined by these two superpowers in competition or in cooperation.”

China Conference: United States represents the next step of SCMP’s expansion in the US. Currently, one third of SCMP’s global readers reside in the United States – approximately 10 million monthly active readers – which highlights the growing demand for in-depth news coverage on the world’s second-largest economy.

China Conference: United States is the seventh edition of SCMP’s China Conference series. Next year, China Conference: Southeast Asia will convene in the Philippines on Feb 18-19, 2020 to examine the region’s growth and the future of Chinese and Southeast Asian partnerships. For more information, please click here.

 

About the South China Morning Post

The South China Morning Post is a leading global news company that has reported on China and Asia for more than a century. Founded in 1903, SCMP is headquartered in Hong Kong, where it is the city’s newspaper of record, with a growing correspondent staff across Asia and the United States. SCMP’s vision is to “Elevate Thought” and our mission is to “Lead the global conversation about China”. Additionally, SCMP publishes a portfolio of premium lifestyle and fashion titles in

Hong Kong including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire and, Harper’s BAZAAR. SCMP is also home to Abacus, a digital news brand focused on China’s tech industry; Inkstone, a daily news brief for those curious about China’s growing impact around the world; and Goldthread, a content platform with a focus on food, travel and culture in China.

About the China Conference

South China Morning Post’s China Conference was first launched in 2015 with the aim of setting the agenda for China watchers, business leaders and government officials around the world. Convening hundreds of thought-leaders at each event, renowned experts have debated pressing issues surrounding the world’s second-largest economy, and fostered better understanding and elevated thought about China’s culture, society, industries and economy. Originally held in Hong Kong, it has branched out to Southeast Asia and now the United States in the past year. Visit the website https://us.chinaconference.scmp.com for more details.

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Quotes from China Conference: United States

1) Naomi Wilson, Senior Director of Policy, Asia, Information Technology Industry Council

“I think decoupling is a very real worry. And while complete decoupling may not be possible, we’re certainly starting to see a modified decoupling through the policies and regulations that have been put forward by both governments. That’s potentially very damaging in the long run.”

2) Victor Gao, Chairman, China Energy Security Institute; Vice President, Center for China and Globalisation

“These two issues – intellectual property rights and forced technology transfer – these need to be addressed in the context of China-US trade relations.”

3) Donald J. Morrissey, Director: Congressional, State, and Local Government Affairs, Huawei Technologies (USA)

“Huawei is naked before the world. Our products have been tested more than any of our competitors by governments around the world.”

4) Dr. Robert D. Atkinson, Founder & President, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation

“I feel bad for Huawei, because if they were an Indonesian company, none of this would be an issue. They basically have the baggage of the Chinese government hanging over them.”

“US internet companies do not get to have business in China. So what is the possible rationale that China has for saying there are unfair practices. They simply are banned in China.”

5) Dr. Katherine Kaup, James B. Duke Professor of Asian Studies and Politics & International Affairs, Furman University

“Our two economies are intertwined and access to ideas and knowledge is crucial. We need to make sure that doesn’t change.”

6) Eric Fish, Author, China’s Millennials: The Want Generation

“Chinese students are trapped in the middle. The US is worried about Chinese influence, China is worried about what students learn abroad.”

7) Wendy Cutler, Former Acting Deputy U.S. Trade Representative; Vice President and Managing Director, Washington, D.C. Office, Asia Society Policy Institute

“My view is there are solid prospects for a conclusion of the Phase 1 deal. Both sides have said that they’re very close. But I can tell you as a trade negotiator, that last mile is always the most difficult.”

8) Kurt Tong, Partner, The Asia Group; Former U.S. Consul General to Hong Kong and Macau

“Beijing sees [the Hong Kong protests] as the West taking away a “hard-earned piece of China.””

9) Danny Russel, Vice President, International Security and Diplomacy, Asia Society Policy Institute

“We want to get out of this dueling mentality. The question is: what is it that we’re aiming for? What is it that we’re trying to achieve? What is it that we really value? It’s not a simple trade off between personal liberties and rights and the ability to prosper and the ability to break out of poverty. That’s a false choice.”

“The tremendous sensitivity of the authorities in Beijing, its absolute position that Hong Kong not merely is under the sovereignty of China but as a core interest, that no one else is entitled to an opinion and that there can only be one interpretation of what’s happening, is very troubling.”

10) Ann Lee, Author of “What the US Can Learn from China” and “Will China’s Economy Collapse?”; Foreign Policy Advisor to Andrew Yang

“Resolving the bilateral standoff requires the US to be honest about what they are willing to give up in a way to share a global stage with China, assuming that China continues to grow at its current pace and whether they’re willing to share power on various multilateral institutions. Otherwise, China will keep building its own multilateral institutions.”

HONG KONG, 25 November 2019 – The South China Morning Post announced today the appointment of Adrian Lee as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Events, who will lead its growth strategies to build SCMP’s global brand. 

With SCMP’s exponential international readership growth at over 25 million monthly active users, Lee’s appointment bolsters its focus on market and audience development across Asia and broader global markets. Lee’s responsibilities include raising brand awareness, increasing traffic to SCMP’s digital platforms, overseeing product and digital marketing, as well as driving SCMP’s event’s business.

“We are extremely pleased to have someone with Adrian’s experience and look forward to leveraging his expertise to continue SCMP’s successful growth across international markets,” said Gary Liu, SCMP’s Chief Executive Officer. 

With a passion for combining data, technology and cultural insights to revolutionise company marketing strategies, Lee has transformed some of the world’s most influential brands for the digital economy. He has worked in executive leadership roles in London and across Asia and was previously Head of Digital Client Solutions at global media agency Wavemaker where he helped lead the Hong Kong agency’s direction, growth, profitability and people development as well as directing global marketing campaigns for clients. 

Prior to that Lee was the Global Digital Strategy and Innovation Director for Vizeum in London, leading innovation across a global network for clients including Burberry and Honda. Lee also directed digital growth and marketing for multinational companies at MediaCom in Hong Kong.

“It is an exciting time to join a media company that is leading the global conversation on China, especially with a growing demand for reliable news to understand the global impact of the second-largest economy in the world. The organisation is full of driven and intelligent people and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to do work that carries real purpose,” said Lee.

Lee’s appointment is effective from 2 December 2019 and he will be based at SCMP’s global headquarters in Hong Kong.

About South China Morning Post

South China Morning Post is a leading global news company that has reported on China and Asia for more than a century. Founded in 1903, SCMP is headquartered in Hong Kong, where it is the city’s newspaper of record, with a growing correspondent staff across Asia and the United States. SCMP’s vision is to “Elevate Thought” and our mission is to “Lead the global conversation about China”. Additionally, SCMP publishes a portfolio of premium lifestyle and fashion titles in Hong Kong including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire and, Harper’s BAZAAR. SCMP is also home to Abacus, a digital news brand focused on China’s tech industry; Inkstone, a daily news brief for those curious about China’s growing impact around the world; and Goldthread, a culture publication exploring Chinese stories across video and feature articles.

For further information please contact: pr@scmp.com

NEW YORK, 19 November 2019 –  The South China Morning Post will launch the first US instalment of its successful ‘China Conference’ series next month, gathering leading geopolitical experts, business leaders and government officials for meaningful dialogue about the competition and conflict between the United States and China.

Held on 10 December at The Altman Building in New York, the sessions at China Conference: United States (CCUSA) will cover complex issues between the two rival superpowers. The conference program will address questions about the US-China trade war and its effect on the global economy, the technological race for 5G and AI supremacy and the possibility of coexistence for two competing ideologies. Other thought-provoking discussions will include the future of immigration, trade and cultural exchange between the two nations. Click here for more details about the agenda. 

China Conference: United States will feature 30+ well-known speakers, including senior business leaders, government officials, and researchers from both countries. 

The stellar line-up of speakers include former Minister of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China Chen Deming; Ambassador David Adelman, Partner at Reed Smith and Former United States Ambassador to Singapore; Craig Allen, President of the US-China Business Council; Dr. Xiang Bing, Founding Dean of the Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business; Victor Gao, Chairman of the China Energy Security Institute and Vice President of the Center for China and Globalisation; Ambassador Terry Miller, Director of the Center for International Trade and Economics and Mark A. Kolokotrones Fellow in Economic Freedom at The Heritage Foundation; Dr. Stephen Roach, Senior Fellow, Jackson Institute of Global Affairs, Yale University; Ambassador Kurt Tong, Partner in The Asia Group and Former U.S. Consul General to Hong Kong and Macau; and Dr. Huiyao Wang, Founder and President of the Center for China and Globalization. Click here for the full list of speakers at China Conference: United States.

China Conference: United States represents the next step of SCMP’s expansion in the US. Currently, one third of SCMP’s global readers reside in the United States – approximately 10 million monthly active readers – which highlights the growing demand for in-depth news coverage on the world’s second-largest economy. SCMP currently operates offices and newsrooms in Washington, D.C. and New York. 

Other speakers at China Conference: United States include –

• • Dr. Robert D. Atkinson, Founder & President, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation
  • Grace Chen, Chief Strategy Officer – China, Live Nation
  • Wendy Cutler, Vice President and Managing Director, Washington, D.C. Office, Asia Society Policy Institute
  • Eric Fish, Author of “China’s Millennials: The Want Generation”
  • Dr. Allan E. Goodman, President and CEO, Institute of International Education
  • Ryan Heath, Senior Editor, Politico
  • Dr. Katherine Kaup, James B. Duke Professor of Asian Studies and Politics & International Affairs, Furman University; Member of the Board of Directors, National Committee on United States – China Relations
  • Prof. Ann Lee, Author of “What the US Can Learn from China” and “Will China’s Economy Collapse?”; Foreign policy advisor to Andrew Yang
  • Stella Li, President, BYD Motors LLC; Senior Vice President, BYD Company Limited
  • Daniel Russel, Vice President, International Security and Diplomacy, Asia Society Policy Institute
  • Michael Ryan, Chief Investment Officer Americas, UBS Global Wealth Management
  • Naomi Wilson, Senior Director of Policy, Asia, Information Technology Industry Council
  • Xiao Yuqiang, Chairman, ICBC US Management Committee

 

About the South China Morning Post

The South China Morning Post is a leading global news company that has reported on China and Asia for more than a century. Founded in 1903, SCMP is headquartered in Hong Kong, where it is the city’s newspaper of record, with a growing correspondent staff across Asia and the United States. SCMP’s vision is to “Elevate Thought” and our mission is to “Lead the global conversation about China”. Additionally, SCMP publishes a portfolio of premium lifestyle and fashion titles in Hong Kong including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire and, Harper’s BAZAAR. SCMP is also home to Abacus, a digital news brand focused on China’s tech industry; Inkstone, a daily news brief for those curious about China’s growing impact around the world; and Goldthread, a content platform with a focus on food, travel and culture in China.

About the China Conference

South China Morning Post’s China Conference was first launched in 2015 with the aim of setting the agenda for China watchers, business leaders and government officials around the world. Convening hundreds of thought-leaders at each event, renowned experts have debated pressing issues surrounding the world’s second-largest economy, and fostered better understanding and elevated thought about China’s culture, society, industries and economy. Originally held in Hong Kong, it has branched out to Southeast Asia and now the United States in the past year. Visit the website https://us.chinaconference.scmp.com for more details.

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HONG KONG, 11 November 2019 – The South China Morning Post scored two awards at the inaugural Asia Podcast Awards, clinching the ‘Best Entertainment Podcast’ and ‘Best Technology Podcast’ categories. In addition, SCMP’s ‘Inside China’ was a finalist for ‘Asia’s Best Podcast’ category.

The wins highlight audio excellence towards in-depth and diverse storytelling through the podcast medium. SCMP’s podcasts cover a broad range of topics that include politics, technology, crime, food, culture and sport across China, Hong Kong and wider Asia as well as audio long reads of its best magazine features. 

‘Eat Drink Asia’ is a monthly podcast that deep dives into the forgotten history of some of Asia’s most popular dishes that have gone global, discovering the human story behind some of Asia’s most loved foods, drinks and condiments with SCMP journalists and dedicated ‘foodies’ Bernice Chan and Alkira Reinfrank, as they speak with chefs, restaurateurs and food experts from across the region. ‘Inside China Tech’ looks into the most important technology trends out of China with SCMP’s Technology Editor Chua Kong Ho and reporter Zen Soo bringing essential background, context and analysis, joined by movers and shakers in China tech and SCMP’s reporters in Hong Kong and the tech centres of mainland China. The two awarded podcasts are produced by SCMP’s Podcast Producer, Yang Yang.

‘Inside China’, produced by SCMP’s Specialist Production Editor Jarrod Watt, takes a deep-dive into issues and stories for a deeper understanding of contemporary China which allows audiences to discover more about the culture, life and people of China with independent reportage and exclusive interviews that go beyond the headlines.  

‘Asia’s podcast industry is rising. Despite the ever-evolving podcasting landscape, SCMP continues to expand our own stable of podcasts and produce entertaining and educative podcasts that tailor to the needs and interests of our audiences’ , said Laura Warne, Digital Editor of the Post.

The Post’s branded content team, Morning Studio, added another feather in its cap by sweeping the ‘Native Advertising and Branded Content’ category in WAN-IFRA Asian Digital Media Awards in late October. 

The Asian Podcast Awards, the first podcast awards in Asia which was held at the same time as the Asia podcast Summit, grow Asia’s rising podcast industry through greater awareness and collaboration and recognise podcasters who change the world with messages.

About South China Morning Post

South China Morning Post is a leading global news company that has reported on China and Asia for more than a century. Founded in 1903, SCMP is headquartered in Hong Kong, where it is the city’s newspaper of record, with a growing correspondent staff across Asia and the United States. SCMP’s vision is to “Elevate Thought” and our mission is to “Lead the global conversation about China”. Additionally, SCMP publishes a portfolio of premium lifestyle and fashion titles in Hong Kong including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire and, Harper’s BAZAAR. SCMP is also home to Abacus, a digital news brand focused on China’s tech industry; Inkstone, a daily news brief for those curious about China’s growing impact around the world; and Goldthread, a culture publication exploring Chinese stories across video and feature articles.

For further information please contact: pr@scmp.com

HONG KONG, 7 November 2019 – Operation Santa Claus (OSC), jointly organised by Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) Radio 3 and the South China Morning Post (SCMP), kicked off its “From Hong Kong with Love” campaign today (7 November) at the HKEX Connect Hall to much fanfare, with the announcement of 13 beneficiaries that will benefit from community-wide charity events that contribute to causes that serve children and youth, and individuals with physical and mental disabilities. OSC also introduced its first-ever Ambassadors, national swimmer and Olympian Stephanie AU, as well as local celebrity CHAU Pakho.  

The event was attended by Executive Council Convenor Bernard CHAN and Charles LI, Executive Director and Chief Executive of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited, as the Guests of Honour. Radio Television Hong Kong’s Director of Broadcasting LEUNG Ka-wing and South China Morning Post’s Editor-in-Chief Tammy TAM also jointly officiated the launch ceremony that marks the beginning of a series of fundraising events held throughout November and December. 

With Christmas coming to town, the campaign theme “From Hong Kong with Love” aims to inspire the city by sharing the gift of hope and kindness to brighten the lives of the needy. OSC this year will have a strong sports theme with a 5-aside football tournament on 24 November and other sports-related events organised by OSC donors and beneficiaries. 

OSC will salute its most outstanding supporters at the end of the campaign with special awards in various areas, namely “Top Corporate Fundraiser Award”, “Top School Fundraiser Award”, “Most Creative Fundraiser Award” and “Most Creative School Award”. The award list will be announced during the closing ceremony of OSC in February 2020. 

“Operation Santa Claus 2019” Launch Ceremony was hosted by Alyson HAU, and featured performances by Accapella Metro Vocal Group and the Oboe and Cor Anglais Duo 2S. The event was broadcast live on Radio 3 (AM 567, FM 97.9 Happy Valley, Jardine’s Lookout & Parkview Corner, AM 1584 / FM 106.8 HK South, FM 107.8 Tseung Kwan O & Tin Shui Wai), RTHK website (rthk.hk/radio3), mobile app RTHK Mine and “Operation Santa Claus HK 愛心聖誕大行動” Facebook page (facebook.com/opsantahk). 

Last year’s OSC campaign raised over HK$17 million, which has gone on to support more than 10,000 individuals in Hong Kong. For more information about the OSC campaign, donation methods, fundraising ideas, and ideas on how to support, please visit OSC websites rthk.hk/osc2019 and osc.scmp.com. 

About Operation Santa Claus

Operation Santa Claus (OSC) is one of Hong Kong’s most beloved charity efforts. Established in 1988, OSC aims to connect the local community with charities and is jointly organised by Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) and the South China Morning Post (SCMP), two of the city’s most respected media organisations. OSC is one of Hong Kong’s biggest annual fundraising campaigns and has raised about HK$300 million and has brought goodwill to over 280 charities in the past 31 years.

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HONG KONG, 31 October 2019 – The South China Morning Post scored 11 awards at the 2019 WAN-IFRA Asian Digital Media Awards yesterday, with ‘China Tech City’ winning three gold awards for digital media and mobile strategies, and sweeping two categories for the “Best Use of Online Video” and ‘Native Advertising and Branded Content’.

‘China Tech City’ is an interactive news platform that profiles China’s technology landscape and provides deep dives such as 5G and major tech players. It won three gold awards in the ‘Best News Website or Mobile Service’, ‘Best in Lifestyle, Sports, Entertainment Website or Mobile Services’ and ‘Best Digital Project to Engage Younger and/or Millennial Audiences’ categories.

SCMP was also recognised for its leadership in online video production and showing excellence for its storytelling abilities, improving reader experience, engagement with the news brand, as well as the technical and aesthetic impact of its video. The award-winning videos are:

• • “Fighting fentanyl – The drug from China destroying American lives” (GOLD)
  • “Homeless in Hong Kong: Life on a footbridge” (SILVER)
  • “I sold my Son to ISIS” (BRONZE) 

The South China Morning Post’s branded content team, Morning Studio, added another feather in its cap by sweeping the ‘Native Advertising and Branded Content’ category.

The gold award winners also would become automatically eligible for WAN-IFRA’s World Digital Media Awards, to complete with the other winners from Africa, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, North America and South Asia in this unique and final international competition. Fifteen judges participated in this year’s Asian Digital Awards from around the world, judging 151 entries submitted from 24 media companies from 11 countries. 

SCMP won in the following categories last night: 

• Best News Website or Mobile Service 
  • “China Tech City” (GOLD)
• Best in Lifestyle, Sports, Entertainment Website or Mobile Services 
  • “China Tech City” (GOLD) 
  • SCMP.com (BRONZE)
• Best Digital Project to Engage Younger and/or Millennial Audiences 
  • “China Tech City” (GOLD)
• Best Use of Online Video (including VR)
  • “Fighting fentanyl – The drug from China destroying American lives” (GOLD)
  • “Homeless in Hong Kong: Life on a footbridge” (SILVER)
  • “I sold my Son to ISIS” (BRONZE)
• Best Data Visualization 
  • “How Beijing’s Forbidden City became one of the largest world museums” (GOLD)
• Best‘Native Advertising and Branded Content.
  • “Building Connections” – Hong Kong Tourism Board (GOLD)  
  • “Flying High, Linking Lives” – Qantas Airways (SILVER)
  • “Local Vision: Hong Kong” – Hong Kong Tourism Board (BRONZE)

The Asian Digital Media Awards 2019, presented by World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA), recognise publishers who have adopted digital media and mobile strategies as part of their total product offering to meet the major changes in how people consume news and information. 

About South China Morning Post

South China Morning Post is a leading global news company that has reported on China and Asia for more than a century. Founded in 1903, SCMP is headquartered in Hong Kong, where it is the city’s newspaper of record, with a growing correspondent staff across Asia and the United States. SCMP’s vision is to “Elevate Thought” and our mission is to “Lead the global conversation about China”. Additionally, SCMP publishes a portfolio of premium lifestyle and fashion titles in Hong Kong including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire and, Harper’s BAZAAR. SCMP is also home to Abacus, a digital news brand focused on China’s tech industry; Inkstone, a daily news brief for those curious about China’s growing impact around the world; and Goldthread, a culture publication exploring Chinese stories across video and feature articles.

For further information please contact: pr@scmp.com