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AIA survey: 72% of respondents lack sufficient retirement reserves 60% have yet to make advance preparations

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Nearly 70% believe smart technology can help build better MPF portfolios AIA launches new MPF Smart Advisor to support members in achieving their desired retirement life

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 October 2025 – AIA Hong Kong (AIA) has released its latest “AIA Desired Retirement Tracker” (the survey), revealing that 72% of respondents do not have sufficient retirement reserves, with an average delay of 12.8 years expected before they can retire. Furthermore, nearly 60% have yet to establish a clear retirement savings plan, indicating that while most are aware of the financial pressures post-retirement, many have not made advance preparations to plan for their desired retirement.

AIA Hong Kong announces the findings of the 16th AIA Desired Retirement Tracker and launches the new MPF Smart Advisor. Pictured: Ms. Amelie Shen, Chief Corporate Solutions Officer of AIA Hong Kong and Macau.

Although the Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) plays a critical role in retirement savings, its importance is often underestimated. The survey found that respondents expect only around 30% of their retirement reserves to come from MPF. At the same time, many face challenges and confusion when making MPF investment decisions: 65% find it difficult to select MPF funds; 57% are unclear about the differences between fund types; 56% do not understand how to interpret fund performance; 45% are unaware of their actual annualised investment returns. Importantly, nearly 70% of respondents agree that smart technology can help build stronger MPF portfolios. These findings suggest that tech-enabled tools can boost confidence in retirement planning and encourage more proactive MPF management.

In response, AIA’s MPF trustee – AIA Trustee – has partnered with Magnum Research Limited (AQUMON #, a leading fintech company in Hong Kong, to launch the new MPF Smart Advisor. This innovative solution empowers users to make informed MPF investment decisions with ease, supporting their journey towards a desired retirement.

Key features of MPF Smart Advisor:

  • Simple and user-friendly: Users simply answer five investment risk assessment questions to receive a recommended AIA MPF investment portfolio from the MPF Smart Advisor, with instant access to historical performance data. The platform offers up to 50 portfolio options, a rare breadth in the market, enabling flexible planning tailored to individual needs. Personalised recommendations are available to suit a range of investment preferences, including:
    • Regional investment preferences: e.g. Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland, North America
    • ESG investment preferences: for those prioritising environmental, social, and governance factors
  • Market-first^ feature: AIA MPF members can compare their current AIA MPF portfolios with the reference portfolio recommended by the MPF Smart Advisor, gaining clear insights into asset allocation. Users can also customise their own AIA MPF portfolio, simulate various configurations, and instantly view historical returns – all without executing actual fund switches — enabling more confident and informed decision-making.
  • Retirement gap calculator: By inputting their age, assets, and desired retirement lifestyle, users receive a data-driven analysis from MPF Smart Advisor highlighting the gap between their expected savings and retirement expenses, along with actionable suggestions to close the gap and move closer to their desired retirement.
  • Free access: MPF Smart Advisor is now available for free on the AIA+ mobile app, accessible to all AIA+ users.

Ms. Amelie Shen, Chief Corporate Solutions Officer of AIA Hong Kong and Macau, said, “As Hong Kong people live longer, early retirement planning becomes increasingly important. Yet many have not taken concrete action, and the retirement savings gap remains a pressing issue. At the same time, the market recognises the positive role of smart technology in retirement planning. To address this gap and meet the growing demand for intelligent, personalised retirement planning tools, AIA has launched MPF Smart Advisor – a smart solution offering professional investment advice to help users plan for retirement with greater autonomy and confidence.”

Ms. Shen added, “The earlier one begins retirement planning, the better positioned they are to leverage the benefits of dollar-cost averaging and the compounding effect — both of which enable individuals to navigate uncertainty with greater confidence and composure. Since AIA MPF joined the eMPF platform on 3 September, we have continued to offer diverse fund choices and market insights, along with forward-looking tools like MPF Smart Advisor to support advance preparations for retirement. Looking ahead, AIA remains committed to enhancing retirement services and helping individuals achieve ‘Healthier, Longer, Better Lives’.”

Additional Highlights from the “AIA Desired Retirement Tracker”:

  • Desired retirement still out of reach: Respondents aim to retire at an average age of 62.2, with a target retirement reserves of HK$ 3.294 million (median). However, 72% fall short, with an average shortfall of HK$ 2.564 million, potentially delaying retirement by 12.8 years, highlighting a gap between aspiration and reality.
  • MPF’s role underestimated: Respondents expect only 30% of their retirement reserves to come from MPF. In fact, as of end-2024, 125,000 MPF accounts in Hong Kong had accumulated HK$ 1 million or more1, representing a twofold increase over the past five years. This highlights the long-term potential of MPF for capital accumulation and growth, and underscores the importance of more active portfolio management.
  • Investment preferences: Respondents born in the 1960s prefer mixed assets funds, while Gen Z2 leans towards equity funds. These two fund types have delivered the highest average annualised net returns3 since the MPF system’s inception. Overall, 69% of respondents favour MPF equity funds, with 41% optimistic about the performance of Hong Kong equity MPF funds in the coming year, followed by 36% for North America and 35% for Chinese markets.

The 16th edition of the “AIA Desired Retirement Tracker” was conducted from 13 to 31 August 2025 through online questionnaires and face-to-face interviews with 1,003 working individuals in Hong Kong aged 18–65, each holding at least one MPF account. The survey data was weighted according to the distribution of Hong Kong’s working population — including factors such as age, gender, and monthly personal income — to ensure the sample fully reflected the characteristics of Hong Kong’s working population. The survey was conducted by Cimigo, an independent market research and consultancy agency.

Notes:
# MPF Smart Advisor and the Services are independently operated and provided by Magnum Research Limited (AQUMON). Magnum Research Limited holds licenses issued by Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority and is authorised by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (SFC) for regulated activities of Type 1 (dealing in securities), Type 4 (advising on securities), and Type 9 (asset management). The investment recommendations are solely provided by Magnum Research Limited. AIA Company (Trustee) Limited, AIA International Limited (“AIA”) and its affiliated intermediaries do not provide any investment advice.
^ As of August 2025, based on AIA’s internal research and available market information.
1.Source: MPFA Blog 強積金儲備穩步上升 – 積金局(Chinese version only) (as of 27 July 2025)
2. Respondents aged between 18 and 28
3. Source: The MPFA releases provisional data on MPF investment returns (as of 4 July 2025). Since the inception of the MPF System in 2000, the average annualised net returns for equity funds and mixed asset funds have reached 4.7% and 4.3% respectively, making them the highest-performing fund types.

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About AIA Hong Kong & Macau

AIA Group Limited established its operations in Hong Kong in 1931. To date, AIA Hong Kong and AIA Macau have about 18,000 financial planners1, as well as an extensive network of independent financial advisors, brokerage and bancassurance partners. We serve over 3.6 million customers2, offering them a wide selection of professional services and products ranging from individual life, group life, accident, medical and health, pension, personal lines insurance to investment-linked assurance schemes with numerous investment options. We are also dedicated to providing superb product solutions to meet the financial needs of high-net-worth customers.

1 As at 30 June 2025
2 Including AIA Hong Kong and AIA Macau’s individual life, group insurance, and pension customers (as at 30 June 2025)

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AECOM supports CEDD and AFCD of HKSAR Government in launching Hong Kong’s first comprehensive nature-based solutions guidelines to advance sustainable urban development

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, supported the release of the Hong Kong Nature-based Solutions Design Guidelines (HKNbSDG), a first-of-its-kind guidelines developed for the Civil Engineering Development Department (CEDD) and the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) of the HKSAR Government. The HKNbSDG helps government agencies, designers, planners and built environment professionals in integrating nature-based solutions (NbS) into urban development projects across Hong Kong.

Developed through multidisciplinary expertise in ecology, landscape architecture, engineering, climate resilience and urban planning, the HKNbSDG provides a practical blueprint for designing, implementing, sustainably managing, and evaluating NbS across diverse environmental contexts — from rivers and wetlands to coastlines and high-density urban districts.

Factoring in the characteristics of Hong Kong’s natural ecology and urban development, the HKNbSDG is built on three core principles that outline a holistic approach to promoting ecosystem diversity at multiple scales, embracing human-nature coexistence for mutual benefits, and improving resilience through NbS. It also includes a performance evaluation framework to support evidence-based decision-making and features local case studies, including Long Valley Nature Park and Tung Chung East Eco-shoreline.

“The HKNbSDG reflects our commitment to advancing nature‑positive design and supporting Hong Kong’s journey toward climate resilience and sustainable growth,” said Dr. Johnny Cheuk, senior vice president and Hong Kong executive leader at AECOM. “By integrating ecological science into design practice, we aim to empower practitioners to harness nature’s potential in building climate-resilient infrastructure.”

The HKNbSDG was officially launched at the Promulgation Ceremony held on March 3, 2026, at Long Valley Nature Park. The event was officiated by Miss. Diane Wong Shuk-han, JP, Under Secretary for Environment and Ecology; Mr. David Lam Chi-man, JP, Under Secretary for Development; Mr. Charles Karangwa, Global Head of Nature-based Solutions Centre of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN); Ir Michael Fong Hok-shing, JP, Director of Civil Engineering and Development; and Mr. Mickey Lai Kin-ming, JP, Director of Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation.

The ceremony featured an introduction to the HKNbSDG by Stephen Suen, director of landscape architecture at AECOM, followed by a panel discussion on building cross-sector partnerships to reverse nature and biodiversity loss through NbS.

Panelists included:

  • Mr. Charles Karangwa, Global Head, Nature-based Solutions Centre, IUCN
  • Ir. Michael Fong Hok‑shing, JP, Director of Civil Engineering and Development
  • Mr. Mickey Lai Kin Ming, JP, Director of Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation
  • Ms. Frances Chen, Director, Sustainability & Climate Change, North Asia, HSBC
  • Mr. Benny Au, Senior Manager, Sustainable Development, Swire Properties Limited

The release of the HKNbSDG supports Hong Kong’s key policy commitments, including the Climate Action Plan 2050 and its biodiversity conservation targets, by providing a practical roadmap for enhancing urban resilience and expanding green infrastructure. This publication equips practitioners with essential tools — from integrating ecology into early planning to designing for multifunctional benefits — grounded in Hong Kong-specific experience. It also serves as a central resource for advancing the Northern Metropolis development strategy, where NbS is helping to drive urban-rural integration and foster the co-existence of urban development and ecological conservation.

The HKNbSDG forms part of AECOM’s broader mission to help cities adapt to climate risks while enhancing quality of life. By bringing together global best practices and local ecological insights, AECOM aims to strengthen industry-wide capability in implementing NbS at scale.

Learn more about the Hong Kong Nature-based Solutions Design Guidelines here.

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Hashtag: #AECOM #NatureBasedSolutions #NaturePositive #ClimateResilience #Biodiversity

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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 .

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Asian Computer Industry Online Exhibition 2026: A Global Hub for Technology Industry Collaboration

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TAIPEI, TAIWAN –

Since its launch in 2022, the exhibition has been jointly organized by AsianNet and TradeAsia (www.e-tradeasia.com). The event has supported numerous companies in expanding into overseas markets and has earned strong industry recognition for high-quality buyers, efficient matchmaking, and measurable order results.

In 2026, ACI 2026 will expand in scale and be held concurrently with leading international technology trade shows, including Embedded World, Display Week (SID), COMPUTEX TAIPEI, and ISC High Performance. By aligning with major global exhibitions, the event creates a strong time-synergy effect, enabling international buyers to efficiently compare products, evaluate suppliers, and complete procurement decisions within a concentrated timeframe. This strategic alignment enhances purchasing efficiency and maximizes cross-exhibition business opportunities.

ACI 2026 features a robust lineup of respected Taiwanese manufacturers, including industry leaders such as HIGHGRADE TECH, OKAYO ELECTRONICS, BIPOLAR ELECTRONIC, YNG WEI, YNG YUH ELECTRONIC, ESMT, GOOD OPPORTUNITY ELECTRONIC, MSTRONIC, SUN RISE EXACT, AIRWAVE TECHNOLOGIES, KING DESGIN INDUSTRIAL, CLEVER INTELLIGENCE UNITY, YO-TRONICS TECHNOLOGY, DORIS INDUSTRIAL, REUEX INDUSTRIAL, ARIOSE ELECTRONICS, UNITEX NUNG LAI BUTTON and many more. These companies will present thousands of the latest computer industry products and technologies, covering a wide array of sectors crucial to modern manufacturing and production.

Comprehensive Coverage Across the Entire Industry Chain

The Asian Computer Industry Online Exhibition 2026 brings together dozens of premium suppliers from the global computer manufacturing and electronic components sectors, showcasing over a thousand innovative products and forward-looking technologies. The exhibits are strategically structured around the core value of the industry supply chain, comprehensively covering key system-level products such as desktop computers, laptops and accessories, tablets and accessories, industrial computers and embedded systems, gaming and e-sports equipment, as well as computer software, IT, and internet services.

The ACI 2026 also highlights critical communications infrastructure, including networking equipment, wireless communication devices, telecommunications and fiber access equipment, landline and VoIP systems, and antennas. In terms of key components and supply chain solutions, the showcased products include computer components, storage and memory devices, active components, power supply units, connectors and terminals, cables and cable assemblies, wiring accessories, transformers, batteries, and charging equipment.

In addition, the ACI 2026 features monitors, computer accessories and peripherals, input devices, point-of-sale (POS) systems, printers, plotters and scanners, printer consumables and parts, as well as broadcast and professional AV equipment, audio and video components, consumer electronics accessories and components, and electronic materials and supplies.

Together, these comprehensive categories fully demonstrate the complete ecosystem of the computer industry, spanning system integration, communications infrastructure, core components, and end-use applications. Combining technological depth with product breadth, the exhibition stands as a premier international trade event for efficient business matchmaking and global market expansion among professional buyers and industry stakeholders worldwide.

ACI 2026 Online Exhibition:
https://www.etradeasia.com/online-show/43/Asian-Computer-Industry-Online-Exhibition-2026.html

Innovative Online Exhibition Model

The Asian Computer Industry Online Exhibition 2026 features dedicated online showrooms, digital catalogs, and virtual exhibition halls fully integrated with the TradeAsia platform. Buyers worldwide can browse exhibitor information, submit quotation requests, and conduct procurement evaluations in real time, thereby facilitating efficient, cost-effective, and results-driven global business connections.

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TradeAsia () is a well-established global B2B trade platform with millions of members and over 600,000 suppliers worldwide. The platform facilitates efficient matchmaking between buyers and sellers and maintains strategic partnerships with hundreds of trade organizations and exhibition entities globally. Through cross-platform marketing and integrated exposure, TradeAsia provides suppliers with expanded international visibility and multi-channel promotion opportunities. For ACI 2026, the organizers will implement a comprehensive global marketing campaign to support exhibitors in expanding overseas markets, enhancing brand presence, and maximizing business opportunities.

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ABP Securite Announces Strategic Partnership With Rapid7 to Enhance Cybersecurity in Asia Pacific

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – ABP Securite Pte Ltd, a global Value-Added Distributor (VAD) specialising in cybersecurity and network performance solutions, today announced a new strategic partnership with global cybersecurity company Rapid7, Inc. to accelerate the adoption of intelligence-led exposure management and modern threat detection solutions across Singapore and Malaysia.

The collaboration marks an important step in enabling enterprises to strengthen their security posture amid the region’s rapidly expanding digital landscape. With evolving hybrid infrastructures, accelerated cloud transformation, and increasing threat complexity, organisations across Asia Pacific are seeking more comprehensive ways to gain visibility, prioritise risk, and streamline response.

Under this partnership, ABP Securite will distribute and support Rapid7’s cybersecurity portfolio across Asia Pacific— including the Rapid7 Command Platform covering exposure management, SIEM and XDR, cloud security, application security, automation, and external threat intelligence.

Closing the Cyber Visibility Gap

“As the cybersecurity threat surface in Asia Pacific continues to grow, visibility and control have become mission critical,” said Joyce Ng, Chief Executive Officer of ABP Securite. “At ABP Securite, our role is to help customers turn complexity into clarity. Partnering with Rapid7 brings a best-in-class platform that empowers security teams to quantify and reduce risk more effectively. Together, we can help organisations operationalise cyber resilience and protect their most valuable assets.”

Jason Heng, Regional Sales Director, ASEAN at Rapid7, added, “ABP Securite has built a strong reputation for enabling regional partners and customers with advanced cybersecurity technologies. Through this collaboration, Rapid7 gains a powerful ally to extend our reach and help organisations in Asia Pacific gain real-time insight into their exposure, simplify operations, and respond faster to emerging threats.”

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About ABP Securite Pte Ltd

Pte Ltd is a leading cybersecurity and network-performance Value-Added Distributor (VAD), incorporated in 2015 and headquartered in Singapore, with regional offices across Asia Pacific. The company delivers a comprehensive portfolio of advanced security technologies and professional services — including architecture advisory, solution integration, after-sales support, and cloud-managed services. ABP Securite collaborates with a broad ecosystem of partners to help organisations strengthen cyber resilience, secure infrastructure, and protect critical assets across cloud, network, and data environments.
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About Rapid7

, Inc. (NASDAQ: RPD) is a global leader in AI-powered managed cybersecurity operations, trusted to advance organizations’ cyber resilience. Open and extensible, the Rapid7 Command Platform integrates security data, enriching it with AI, threat intelligence, and 25 years of expertise and innovation to reduce risk and disrupt attackers. As a recognized leader in preemptive managed detection and response (MDR), Rapid7 unifies exposure and detection to transform the cybersecurity operations of more than 11,500 customers worldwide. For more information, visit our , check out our , or follow us on or .

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