SJM Product Seminar (Singapore) Concluded Successfully

Showcasing Macau's Expansive "Tourism+" Offerings

MACAU, Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SJM Resorts, S.A. ("SJM") has long been dedicated to marketing Macau as a destination of choice for international visitors. Besides actively participating in the Macao Government Tourism Office's year-round overseas roadshows, SJM also hosts showcases abroad to bolster these efforts. Recently, SJM concluded the latest stop in its "The Legend of Macau" travel trade event series with the SJM Product Seminar (Singapore), following appearances in Shenzhen, Shanghai, Beijing, Taiwan and Bangkok. The event highlighted a diverse lineup of "Tourism+" offerings under SJM's portfolio such as resort, hotels and tourism products, including exclusive time-limited package deals. The seminar was extremely well received, drawing over 100 participants from local tourism associations and travel agencies, industry representatives, MICE planners and corporate partners.

Ms. Daisy Ho, Managing Director of SJM, commented, "Singapore continues to undergo consistent growth in recent years, as the average number of inbound visitors to Macau in Q2 has increased by 40% compared with the same period last year. Family visitors are a major segment and typically want to experience Macau's unique history and dining culture. SJM took the opportunity to present our series of resort and the compelling lineup of sport, art and culture, and gastronomy events planned for the coming month, while strengthening ties with our business counterparts in Singapore and expanding overseas tourist markets. We invite friends from Singapore to experience firsthand the multicultural nexus of Macau, where the old and new cross paths."

Exclusive Accommodation, Wedding and MICE Offers

At the seminar, SJM outlined exclusive accommodation, wedding and MICE packages available to the Singaporean audience. Attendees learned about hotel packages with breakfast, such as "Palazzo Versace Macau Experience Package" for the Palazzo Versace Macau, as well as hotel package including cross-border transportation or limousine service between Macau and Hong Kong for MICE-focused guests, such as "Escape-to-Macau Package" for Grand Lisboa Palace Macau and THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU. SJM offers a variety of wedding packages for couples looking to tie the knot and they can now enjoy an additional 12% rebate, Rolls Royce limousine service or a honeymoon trip worth up to MOP63,388 (approximate SGD10,100). SJM also introduced the welcome perks and exclusive membership benefits of SJM Supreme Card, as well as Air Macau Boarding Pass Offers.

Guests who book accommodation packages through designated travel agencies can enjoy special offers presented at the seminar, including those from Top Holiday P&E, EU Holidays Pte Ltd, and Chan Brothers Travel Pte Ltd.

An All-Star Lineup of SJM

Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau, SJM's flagship property, is home to the only international designer-branded hotels in the world. Situated in vibrant Cotai area, its design harmoniously blends Eastern and Western elements, consisting of three magnificent hotel towers: the elegant Grand Lisboa Palace Macau, the one and only THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU in the world, and the very first Palazzo Versace Macau in Asia. The collection offers ultra-luxurious accommodations, global culinary delights, award-winning spa experiences, fashionable shopping, cultural arts and exciting happenings, all under one roof.

Likewise, the Grand Lisboa Macau, distinguished with Five-Star ratings from Forbes Travel Guide, is located on the Macau Peninsula and features Robuchon au Dôme, the only restaurant in Macau awarded three MICHELIN Stars for 16 consecutive years. The hotel's restaurants have also garnered MICHELIN Stars, diamonds from the Black Pearl Restaurant Guide, and Wine Spectator awards. Meanwhile, the Jai Alai Hotel, conveniently connected with the Outer Harbour Ferry terminal, provides a broad spectrum of leisure and entertainment facilities, offering another dimension of guest experience.

At the event, SJM also introduced the long-rooted tourism assets under its parent entity, Sociedade de Turismo e Diversões de Macau, S.A. ("STDM"), that resonate with both heritage and innovation. These include Macau's first five-star Hotel Lisboa, nearby Macau's UNESCO World Heritage sites Hotel Sintra, the culturally rich Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau, and the unique beachfront hotel Grand Coloane Resort.

During the seminar, a lucky draw was also held to give away free SJM accommodation packages to attending guests, allowing them to fully experience "The Legend of Macau" as curated by SJM, which encompasses Macau's unique UNESCO heritage and popular attractions, as well as the expansive tourism offerings under the ambit of SJM.

Re-defining the Gourmet Experience

Long known as a hub for the region's top fine-dining and MICHELIN Starred restaurants, SJM offers a diverse portfolio of dining options, such as The Book Lounge at THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU, inspired by the private library in the fashion legend's Paris mansion, and the La Scala del Palazzo, which evokes the grand staircase of the Versace Palazzo at Via Gesù in Milan. Both have proved to be instant hits on Instagram. In October and November, SJM is also hosting two highly anticipated "MICHELIN Star Table" events to respectively showcase the best of Italian and French cuisine, where Don Alfonso 1890 will join hands with L'Olivo of Italy, and Robuchon au Dôme with Le Gabriel of Paris to conjure up a gastronomic feast like no other. As the owner of one of Asia's best wine cellars, SJM is also adding to the diversity of gourmet options already available to novelty-seeking visitors, while unlocking new possibilities for Macau as a Creative City of Gastronomy.

An Extravaganza of Events

In sports and culture, SJM will co-organise with Whisky Magazine to host the Whisky Live in Macau for the first time, a prestigious global whisky event, in October. From October to November, SJM will support the "SJM Macao Open 2024", "2024 CTA Tour SJM Professional Finals (Macao) and National Tennis Championships", the "71st Macau Grand Prix" and "24th Macau Food Festival." Under "Art + Tourism", SJM will delight visitors with events such as the "Dragons of the Four Seas Tribute to Macau" annual Lantern Art Exhibition. Family visitors are welcome to visit the newly launch AI Wonderland and Martial Arts Arena themed experience zones, exploring SJM's educational tourism through sports and technology. Singaporean tourists who are seeking an in-depth adventure should not miss the "SJM x Macau Cruise", a leisurely sightseeing tour that promises breathtaking scenery and allows visitors to take in the cultural and heritage sights of Macau from a unique vantage point.

Going forward, SJM will continue to collaborate with the Macau Government to appeal to Singaporean tourists by showcasing Macau's diverse "Tourism+" offerings and its multicultural nexus, thereby consolidating its status as a World Centre of Tourism and Leisure.

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SJM Product Seminar (Singapore) Concluded Successfully

SJM Product Seminar (Singapore) Concluded Successfully

SJM Product Seminar (Singapore) Concluded Successfully

SJM Product Seminar (Singapore) Concluded Successfully

This event brought together over 60 representatives from patient organizations, academia, and healthcare community to explore the possibilities of achieving maximum health equity in Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pfizer Hong Kong held its inaugural "Health & Well-being Forum" to discuss important issues on social health equity and mental health, bringing together more than 60 local patient organizations representatives, academics, healthcare professionals, Legislative Council member and other stakeholders to contribute different perspectives and experiences in co-creating a healthier future for Hong Kong.

Access to healthcare is a fundamental right for every individual, regardless of race, religion, political beliefs, economics or social conditions, according to the World Health Organization.¹ Also stated by the Chinese University of Hong Kong Institute of Health Equity, in order to highlight health as a human right, health policies and plans must give priority to the needs of disadvantaged groups in society and make society more equitable.²

Krishnamoorthy Sundaresan, General Manager of Pfizer Hong Kong and Macau, said during the opening remarks, "We hope to play the role of a facilitator and create a platform to facilitate in-depth discussions between patient groups and other industry stakeholders. In this forum, patients and caregivers can express their most pressing needs, prompting Hong Kong policymakers to implement or continue health-promoting policies. Last week, we also celebrated our Patients in Focus Week, which inspires us to prioritize the needs of our patients, and we met with representatives of patient organizations within the community to gain a deeper understanding of their needs. As a company, we strongly believe that people should live longer and healthier lives, which is also the driving force behind our dedication to finding new breakthroughs."

Three patient organizations share patient and caregiver concerns

Mr. Yuen Siu-lam, Chairman of the Hong Kong Alliance of Patients' Organizations, an alliance of 47 patient organizations with different disease focuses, such as the Hong Kong Haemophilia Society, the Hong Kong Parkinson's Disease Association, Hong Kong Ankylosing Spondylitis Association, and The Hong Kong Liver Transplant Patients' Association, shared that the Alliance has always been committed to speaking out for their patient organization members, since access to best possible health care is a basic human right.

Ms. Amy Chan Suk-wan, Service Coordination Manager and Nursing Advisor of Rare Disease Hong Kong, described the difficulties faced by patients with rare diseases and their hopes for assistance, while Mr. Alan Ng Wai-lun, founder of the Cancerinformation.com.hk, shared despite the many challenges young cancer patients face, they still continue to fight cancer with optimism and calmness.

Mental health, aging, and community support: doctor and academic's perspectives

Dr. Calvin Cheng Pak-wing, Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, School of Clinical Medicine of The University of Hong Kong and Specialist in Psychiatry, discussed issues related to the mental health of patients, caregivers, and the community. In addition, Dr. Ruby Yu Ho-yan, Representative of the Jockey Club Institute of Ageing and the Institute of Health Equity of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, provided an academic perspective on the significance of health equity and advocated preventive health mentality, healthy aging, innovative health initiatives, and improvements in health literacy for all so that people are able to build healthier communities.

Next, Ms. Cheng Miu-wing, Senior Service Manager of Continuing Care Services of St. James' Settlement, introduced the community health support plan and future prospects in hopes of assisting more patients and promoting the health of the entire community. She also emphasized the role of community pharmacies in providing financial support, disease education, and health management services.

In her closing remarks, Ms. Gloria Hung Hoi-yan, Pfizer's Head of Regulatory Sciences for Hong Kong and Macau as well as Hong Kong representative of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) Council reiterated Pfizer's commitment to equitable health, saying "Bridging the gap and building a future of health and well-being is our shared mission. Pfizer has always been committed to meeting the changing health needs of diverse populations and improving social health equity. This is not a single task, but a collective effort. Through continued efforts and contributions, we can make a difference. The company will continue to play a part and promote this goal with all stakeholders in order to build a healthier and more equitable society."

Pfizer celebrates its 175th anniversary this year. Since Pfizer established an office in Hong Kong in 1956, the company has always been there for the people of Hong Kong. When Hong Kong was severely affected by the fifth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, Pfizer quickly provided COVID-19 oral antiviral medications to help high-risk patients*. Treatment and medication were provided to patients in a timely manner, which alleviated the burden on the healthcare system that was under tremendous stress at the time.

With Hong Kong's health and well-being needs continuing to grow, Pfizer will continue to partner with the Hong Kong community in order to address future challenges, including physical, emotional, social, and environmental aspects of health. In addition to providing traditional medical care, Pfizer will actively support the community with comprehensive services and support.

About Pfizer: Breakthroughs That Change Patients' Lives 

At Pfizer, we apply science and our global resources to bring therapies to people that extend and significantly improve their lives. We strive to set the standard for quality, safety and value in the discovery, development and manufacture of health care products, including innovative medicines and vaccines. Every day, Pfizer colleagues work across developed and emerging markets to advance wellness, prevention, treatments and cures that challenge the most feared diseases of our time. Consistent with our responsibility as one of the world's premier innovative biopharmaceutical companies, we collaborate with health care providers, governments and local communities to support and expand access to reliable, affordable health care around the world. For 175 years, we have worked to make a difference for all who rely on us. We routinely post information that may be important to investors on our website at www.Pfizer.com.hk. In addition, to learn more, please visit us on www.Pfizer.com.hk. 

* Including elderly aged 60 years or above, and people with underlying medical problems (eg, heart and lung problems, diabetes, obesity or cancer)^3,4

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Inaugural Health and Wellbeing Forum Discussed about Co-creating Healthier Hong Kong for all

Inaugural Health and Wellbeing Forum Discussed about Co-creating Healthier Hong Kong for all