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Manulife awarded Top Fund Raiser title in the Walks for Millions 2002/2003 Company raises a record HK$1 million to support the needy in the community Hong Kong – Manulife (International) Limited has won both the “Challenge Cup - Overall Top Fund Raiser” and “Top Fund Raiser of the Hong Kong and Kowloon Walk” awards in the Walks for Millions 2002/2003 event organized earlier this year by The Community Chest of Hong Kong. The Company also won both awards in last year’s event. This year, a new record was set by Manulife in terms of funds raised as well as number of people who participated in this major annual fund-raising event. More than 1,600 staff, insurance and financial advisors, as well as customers of Manulife took part in the “Hong Kong and Kowloon Walk” held on January 12, 2003 and raised more than HK$1 million. All funds raised from the Walk this year will be allocated to the Community Chest’s member social welfare agencies to provide services for the disabled. “We are especially pleased to have achieved such exceptional results despite the challenging economic conditions,” said Mr. Edward Lau, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Hong Kong, Manulife (International) Limited. “Being a good corporate citizen is fundamental to being a world-class company. Manulife strongly believes in the philosophy of giving back to the community. I am proud that the concerted effort of our staff, insurance and financial advisors could help make a difference to those in need in the community.” Participation in the Walk is a regular event in Manulife’s annual calendar and is organized by the Manulife Recreation Club, which was set up in 1975 to coordinate recreational and welfare activities as well as community services for Manulife’s staff, insurance and financial advisors. In 2002, Manulife was awarded a “Caring Company” title by the Hong Kong Council of Social Service in recognition of the Company’s ongoing efforts in community involvement. About The Community Chest of Hong Kong The Community Chest of Hong Kong is an independent, non-profit making and non-governmental organization which raises funds for its 141 member social welfare agencies to address the needs of the disadvantaged in Hong Kong. Over the past 34 years, the Chest has worked hand-in-hand with its member agencies to serve the needy including the old and frail, the mentally and physically handicapped, children at risk, the youth and many others. Each year, over 800,000 people benefit from the services provided by the Chest's member agencies. About Manulife (International) Limited Manulife (International) Limited is a member of the Manulife Financial group of companies. Manulife Financial is a leading Canadian-based financial services group operating in 15 countries and territories worldwide. Through its extensive network of employees, agents and distribution partners, Manulife Financial offers clients a diverse range of financial protection products and wealth management services. Funds under management by Manulife Financial were Cdn$141.6 billion (approximately HK$751.5 billion) as at March 31, 2003. Manulife Financial Corporation trades as ‘MFC’ on the TSX, NYSE and PSE, and under ‘0945’ on the SEHK. Manulife Financial can be found on the Internet at www.manulife.com. - 30 - For more information please contact: Helena Lee / Jeanie Ho Manulife (International) Limited Tel: 2202 1050 / 2510 3191 Fax: 2234 6875 Email: helena_lee@manulife.com jeanie_ho@manulife.com |
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