Manulife Financial: News Releases

Boston, July 28, 2010
John Hancock launches new CE Course to help financial advisors navigate a changing tax environment
John Hancock recently launched a new Continuing Education (CE) course intended to help financial advisors and their clients plan and implement investment and tax strategies amid an uncertain tax environment. More

Ho Chi Minh City, July 28, 2010
Manulife Vietnam holds the grand opening of its general agency office in Tam ky city, Quang Nam province and celebrates with scholarships for 30 underprivileged students
Manulife Vietnam held a grand opening today for its general agency office in Tam ky city, Quang Nam province. More

Quanzhou, July 26, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem Expands Again in China – New license approved for Quanzhou
After receiving in May a license from the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) to operate in Xiamen, Manulife-Sinochem today announces its continued expansion in China. More

Jakarta, July 23, 2010
Manulife Indonesia Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary and Looks Forward to the Future
On July 18, 2010 PT Asuransi Jiwa Manulife Indonesia (Manulife Indonesia) celebrated its 25th anniversary. More

Tokyo, July 23, 2010
Manulife Japan Commences Sales of Investment-Type Annuity Product “Ashita-no-Nenkin” Through the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ
Manulife Life Insurance Company (“Manulife Japan”; President & CEO: Craig Bromley) on July 26 will commence sales of “Ashita-no-Nenkin” (product name: New Variable Individual Annuity Insurance Type V) through the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Limited (“BTMU”; President: Katsunori Nagayasu). More

Toronto, July 22, 2010
Manulife Financial to Release Second Quarter Financial Results
Manulife Financial Corporation will release its second quarter financial results on the morning of Thursday, August 5, 2010 followed by a live webcast of the quarterly conference call with analysts beginning at 2:00 p.m. (ET). More

Quezon City , July 19, 2010
Manulife to sponsor actuarial chair and scholarship programs at the University of the Philippines-Diliman College of Science
Manulife has announced a five-year partnership with the University of the Philippines (UP)-Diliman College of Science to increase the pool of talent in the actuarial field for the financial services industry by providing a grant and scholarships to outstanding students and faculty and encouraging enrollment in UP-Diliman’s Actuarial Science program. More

Hong Kong, July 19, 2010
Manulife Announces Senior Appointments
Manulife Financial (stock code: 0945), a leading Canadian-based financial services group, and Manulife (International) Limited (MIL), a member of the Manulife Financial group, announce the appointments of the following senior executives. More

Shanghai, July 19, 2010
MSL 2010 Baby Campaign ends; Champion won a free trip worth RMB 10,000
Under the title “Special Care for Baby and its Future Dream Education”, the Manulife-Sinochem 2010 Baby Campaign ended with over 10,000 entries, while more than 1.38 million internet users helped judge the results. More

Beijing, July 19, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem recognized for “Best Featured Service in China”
Manulife-Sinochem was the sole joint venture life insurance company to earn an award for demonstrating “Best Featured Service in China” from the China Association of Trade in Services (CATIS) and China Information Industry Association (CIIA). More

Jakarta, July 15, 2010
Manulife Indonesia announces New CEO and President Director
Effective from July 2010, Alan Merten has been appointed CEO and President Director of PT Asuransi Jiwa Manulife Indonesia (Manulife Indonesia). More

Shantou, July 15, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem announces the grand opening of its Shantou Central Sub-Branch, Guangdong Province
Manulife-Sinochem Life Insurance Co., Ltd (MSL) today announces the grand opening of its Shantou Central Sub-Branch, Guangdong. More

Boston, July 12, 2010
John Hancock launches Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund
John Hancock Funds has completed the adoption of the Robeco Boston Partners Mid Cap Value Fund and has launched it as the newly established John Hancock Disciplined Value Mid Cap Fund (JVMAX). More

Jakarta, July 10, 2010
Manulife Indonesia supports mangrove conservation in Jakarta’s Mangrove Conservation Park
To honor PT Asuransi Jiwa Manulife Indonesia’s (Manulife Indonesia) 25th anniversary and the company’s continuous efforts to contribute to the Indonesian community through Yayasan Manulife Peduli (Manulife Care Foundation), the company will be participating in mangrove conservation activities in Suaka Margasatwa Muara Angke (Muara Angke Wildlife Reserve) and Hutan Ekowisata Mangrove Kapuk (Kapuk Mangrove Forest Ecotourism) – Angke, where 60 mangrove seeds will be planted. More

Hong Kong, July 9, 2010
Top Service and Products make Manulife the Most Trusted and Emotive Brand among Consumers
Manulife (International) Limited has won three well-known brand and service awards for its trusted products and image, namely the Trusted Brands Gold Award in the insurance-company category for Hong Kong organized by Reader’s Digest magazine; Next Magazine’s Top Service Award 2010 in the category “Insurance Companies — Personal Financial Planning”; and the Yahoo! Emotive Brand Award in the insurance section. More

Boston, July 7, 2010
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services Launches Innovative Online Tool to Help Financial Representatives Identify Needs of Prospective Clients
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (RPS) introduced Coach’s Corner, a powerful online tool designed to help financial representatives identify the needs of prospective clients in a more effective manner. More

Boston, July 7, 2010
John Hancock Financial Network (JHFN) Launches New Website To Educate and Inform Both Financial Professionals and Consumers
John Hancock Financial Network (JHFN) today launched a new website for prospective financial professionals, advisors, and customers, as well as for affiliated associates and existing clients. More

Hong Kong, July 5, 2010
MFC Global Investment Management wins Hong Kong dollar bond mandate from Hong Kong Hospital Authority
MFC Global Investment Management (MFC GIM) has been awarded the mandate to manage the Hong Kong dollar bond portion of the Hong Kong Hospital Authority’s Provident Fund Scheme. More

Boston, June 29, 2010
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services earns top rankings for client satisfaction in industry benchmark survey
Hancock Retirement Plan Services (RPS) earned top rankings for its service from plan sponsors in an industry survey administered by Chatham Partners. More

Boston, June 28, 2010
John Hancock significantly increases retention limits on permanent life insurance products
John Hancock Life Insurance today announced that it has significantly increased the retention limits on its permanent life insurance products. More

Waterloo, June 25, 2010
Manulife Investor Sentiment Index eases slightly
Some Canadians have lost a bit of their optimistic edge from earlier this year, according to a national poll for Manulife Financial, Canada’s leading insurance and wealth management company. More

Toronto, June 24, 2010
Manulife to hold its October Board of Directors Meeting in China
Manulife Financial has announced that the Company will hold its October, 2010 Board meeting in Beijing, China at the time of the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between Canada and China. More

Waterloo, June 23, 2010
Manulife Financial announces major commitment to supporting volunteerism in Canada
Inspired by the longstanding community work of Manulife Financial employees and the financial advisors who represent the corporation, Manulife is making a major commitment to supporting volunteerism in Canada. More

Bangkok, June 23, 2010
Manulife Thailand receives the Thai-Canadian Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award for Best Professional Services 2009
Manulife Insurance (Thailand) Public Company Limited has earned the 2009 "Best Professional Service" award by the Thai-Canadian Chamber of Commerce, as part of the chamber's annual business excellence awards. More

Toronto, June 22, 2010
Manulife Mutual Funds to cap U.S. Small Cap Fund
Manulife Mutual Funds, a division of Elliott & Page Limited, announced plans today to cap all series of the Manulife U.S. Small Cap Fund effective June 22, 2010. More

Ho Chi Minh City, June 18, 2010
Manulife Vietnam maintains top three position in new business and premiums in Q1 2010
Manulife Vietnam continued to rank in the top three among all life insurers in Vietnam in Q1 2010, as new business annualized premiums amounted to over VND 88 billion, growing 57% compared with the same period in 2009. More

Ho Chi Minh City, June 17, 2010
Manulife Vietnam launches 1st phase of a multi-city blood drive to celebrate 11th anniversary
As part of its 11th anniversary celebration, Manulife Vietnam, in cooperation with the Red Cross of District 7 and Humanitarian Blood Donation Center, launched a blood donation drive today in Ho Chi Minh City. More

Hong Kong, June 15, 2010
MFC Global Investment Management announces US$200 million Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor (QFII) quota
MFC Global Investment Management (MFC GIM) today announces that Manulife Asset Management (Hong Kong) has been awarded a US$200 million Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor (QFII) quota from China's State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE). More

Boston, June 9, 2010
John Hancock Annuities wins top rating from Annuity Monitor for client account information displays
John Hancock Annuities received the highest rating from Corporate Insight’s Annuity Monitor for its approach to the account information displays offered to clients on its web site. More

Boston, June 9, 2010
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services promotes Robert Stanley to Senior Vice President, Sales Development
Robert Stanley has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Sales Development, John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (RPS), it was announced by Arthur Creel, Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing, John Hancock RPS. More

Boston, June 7, 2010
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services strengthens national sales team with appointments of six new regional vice presidents
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (RPS) today announced the appointments of six new Regional Vice Presidents (RVPs), adding to the strength and depth of the company’s sales force. More

Toronto, June 7, 2010
Manulife Mutual Funds enhances its product offering
Manulife Mutual Funds, a division of Elliott & Page Limited, has rebranded and relaunched the Value Leaders Portfolios as the Manulife Leaders Portfolios. More

Waterloo, June 6, 2010
Manulife Bike and Hike for Heart reaches goal
Close to 1,000 cyclists, walkers and volunteers took part in the 18th annual Manulife Bike and Hike for Heart today to support local heart health. Organizers continue to tally donations, which will reach $200,000 for St. Mary’s Regional Cardiac Care Centre in Kitchener. More

Sta. Rosa City , June 5, 2010
Manulife Philippines strengthens presence in urban Luzon
Manulife Philippines today has opened a branch in Sta. Rosa City in Laguna, gaining further traction in its strategic expansion into more growth areas outside Metro Manila. More

Beijing, June 3, 2010
Manulife TEDA Receives US$500 Million Qualified Domestic Institutional Investor Quota in China
Senior officers of Manulife Financial and its joint venture Manulife TEDA were today joined in Beijing by Canada’s Finance Minister Jim Flaherty to recognize the continued growth of Manulife’s insurance, wealth and asset management business partnerships in China. More

Boston, June 1, 2010
MFC Global Investment Management adds two new members to Boston-based teams
MFC Global Investment Management (MFC GIM), the asset management arm of Manulife Financial Corporation, announced two new hires to its Boston-based teams. More

Boston, June 1, 2010
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services Announces Regional VP Moves
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (RPS) announced today that two regional vice presidents (RVPs) will take on new territories. More

Waterloo, June 1, 2010
18th Manulife Bike and Hike for Heart set to raise $200,000 for St. Mary’s Regional Cardiac Care Centre
Close to 1,000 cyclists and walkers are set to make their way in and around Waterloo Park en route to raising $200,000 for St. Mary’s Regional Cardiac Care Centre. More

Toronto, May 31, 2010
Manulife Investments helps Canadians better plan to protect their retirement income
Manulife Investments is taking its Product Allocation strategy to Canadians coast-to-coast, to help them work with their advisors as they plan ahead for retirement. More

Boston, May 27, 2010
John Hancock Advisers, LLC provides statement on demand letter regarding auction preferred shares
John Hancock Advisers, LLC announced that John Hancock Preferred Income Fund III (the “Fund”), a leveraged John Hancock closed-end fund, received a demand letter from a law firm on behalf of a putative common shareholder of the Fund. More

Tokyo, May 27, 2010
Manulife Japan Announces Proposed Fiscal Year 2009 Results
During the term, Manulife Japan recorded strong sales, driven mainly by robust sales performance via its MGA channel, maintaining solid momentum from the previous period. More

Jakarta, May 25, 2010
Manulife Indonesia and Chinatrust announced a strategic bancassurance agreement
PT Asuransi Jiwa Manulife Indonesia (Manulife Indonesia) and PT Bank Chinatrust Indonesia (BCI) today announced a strategic bancassurance alliance to grow their bancassurance business across Indonesia. More

Manila, May 24, 2010
Manulife Philippines reports 78 per cent growth in sales for the first quarter 2010
Manulife Philippines’ total sales grew by 78 per cent in the first quarter of 2010 compared with the same period in 2009. More

Yibin, May 21, 2010
Steadfast Commitment to Social Responsibilities, Manulife-Sinochem donated computers for Special Education School in Sichuan
As a continuation of its commitment to support the Sichuan province following the earthquake two years ago, Manulife-Sinochem Life Insurance Co., Ltd. (MSL) has donated RMB 82,766 to buy computers for the Gaoxian and Luxian special education Schools in Yinbin, Sichuan Province, to connect disabled children in Sichuan to the outside world. More

Boston, May 20, 2010
John Hancock Variable Annuities launches "Retirement Talk"
John Hancock Variable Annuities today announced "Retirement Talk" – a new marketing program that gives financial advisors a simple new way to connect with clients who are looking for ways to enhance their retirement security. More

Waterloo, May 20, 2010
Manulife Bank survey finds most Canadians see debt as one of their top financial priorities, yet many struggle to keep it in check
More than four out of five Canadians rank being debt-free among their top financial priorities, yet close to half feel they lost ground or only held steady in the past year in their struggle to make it reality. More

Singapore, May 20, 2010
Manulife Singapore advances into the high net worth financial product arena with 'Heritage'
Manulife Singapore is entering into a new phase, with financial products for High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI). More

Boston, May 17, 2010
John Hancock launches two new Current Assumption Universal Life products
John Hancock Life Insurance today launched new current assumption single life and joint life products-Performance UL and Performance SUL. More

Hong Kong, May 17, 2010
Manulife enhances its MPF multi-manager platform
Manulife has announced that RCM Asia Pacific Limited (“RCM”), one of the world’s best-known asset-management firms, will join its high-powered platform of investment experts administering its Mandatory Provident Funds (MPF) portfolio. More

Toronto, May 14, 2010
Manulife Financial's Public Accountability Statement now available at www.manulife.com
Manulife Financial Corporation's 2009 Public Accountability Statement is now available for download at www.manulife.com. The report reviews the Company's commitment to social responsibility, environmental sustainability, excellence in business conduct and corporate governance. More

Boston, May 12, 2010
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services celebrates first year of PRIME Elements program for financial representatives
One year after being launched by John Hancock Retirement Plan Services, the PRIME Elements program continues to transform the way many financial representatives work with plan sponsors. More

Shanghai, May 10, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem Expands Again in China – new license received for Xiamen City
Manulife-Sinochem (MSL) today announced that it is expanding again in China, with approval from the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) to operate in the city of Xiamen, a special economic zone in industrial-rich Fujian Province. More

Ho Chi Minh City, May 10, 2010
Manulife Vietnam helps Operation Smile Vietnam give new smiles to 100 Ho Chi Minh City and suburban residents
Vietnam has donated VND200 million to Operation Smile Vietnam's local mission in Ho Chi Minh City. More

Toronto, May 6, 2010
Manulife Financial Corporation Reports First Quarter Results
Manulife Financial Corporation (“MFC”) today reported net income attributed to shareholders of $1,140 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010, equating to fully diluted earnings per share of $0.64 and a return on common shareholders’ equity of 16.8 per cent. More

Toronto, May 6, 2010
Manulife Financial Corporation declares dividends
Manulife Financial Corporation’s Board of Directors today declared a quarterly shareholders’ dividend of $0.13 per share on the common shares of Manulife Financial Corporation (the “Company”), payable on and after June 21, 2010 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 18, 2010. More

Manila, May 4, 2010
Manulife Philippines sponsors international fitness event in Manila
Hundreds of fitness buffs flocked to the Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC) in Pasay City for the Manila series of "Project Green Light: The Ultimate Dance Party Work-Out Experience," a three-hour dance workout marathon session sponsored by Manulife Philippines. More

Tokyo, April 30, 2010
Manulife Japan Commences Sales of Regular-Premium Whole Life Insurance Product "Kodawari Shushin (Low CSV-Type)" With Special Rates for Nonsmokers Through The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ
Manulife Life Insurance Company (hereinafter referred to as “Manulife Japan”; President & CEO: Craig Bromley; Head Office: Chofu City, Tokyo) will commence sales of a non-par whole life insurance product named "Kodawari Shushin (Low CSV-type)" nationwide through the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ (hereinafter referred to as "BTMU"; President : Katsunori Nagayasu) starting May 6, 2010. More

Hong Kong, April 29, 2010
Manulife and Munich Health enter a partnership agreement on Group Medical Insurance
Manulife (International) Limited (MIL) has signed a business partnership agreement with Munich Health, a business unit of one of the world’s leading reinsurers, Munich Re. More

Makassar, April 28, 2010
Manulife Indonesia announces new marketing office in Makassar – larger facility needed after strong growth in sales last year
PT Asuransi Jiwa Manulife Indonesia (Manulife Indonesia) today announces the opening of its new marketing office in Makassar at a more convenient and central location at Jl. Jend. Sudirman No. 50 Makassar. More

Toronto, April 23, 2010
Manulife Mutual Funds makes enhancements to its product offering
Manulife Mutual Funds, a division of Elliott & Page Limited, has announced a number of enhancements to its line-up of mutual funds. More

Toronto, April 22, 2010
Manulife Financial’s Annual and Special Meeting and First Quarter 2010 Financial Results Conference Call available through live webcast
On Thursday, May 6, 2010, Manulife Financial will webcast its joint Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders of Manulife Financial Corporation and Annual and Special Meeting of Policyholders and the Shareholder of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company. More

Hong Kong, April 21, 2010
MFC Global Investment Management (Asia) appoints new Head of Sales Support for Asia
MFC Global Investment Management (Asia) – ‘MFC GIM (Asia)’ – has appointed Joni Wang as Head of Sales Support in Asia, effective April 1, 2010 More

Boston, April 15, 2010
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services promotes Cheney L. Hunt, III to Regional Sales Manager, Midwest Region
Cheney L. Hunt, III has been promoted to Regional Sales Manager, Midwest Region, John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (RPS), it was announced by Arthur Creel, Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing, John Hancock RPS. More

Boston, April 15, 2010
John Hancock Financial further expands investment in "Build America Bonds" program
John Hancock Financial Services has further expanded its participation in the Build America Bonds program, completing more than 60 transactions that will help state and local entities across the United States rebuild their infrastructure as well as further strengthening the economic recovery of the nation as a whole. More

Waterloo, April 15, 2010
Manulife Bank of Canada names new president to lead continued growth
Doug Conick has been named President and CEO of Manulife Bank of Canada, to lead the Bank’s future growth. More

Singapore, April 15, 2010
MFC Global Investment Management announces appointment of new Head of Fixed Income at Manulife Asset Management Singapore
Manulife Asset Management (Singapore) Pte Ltd, part of MFC Global Investment Management, announces that it has appointed Mr. Pang Cheng Duan as Head of Fixed Income. More

Singapore, April 13, 2010
Manulife Singapore Announces Appointment of President & CEO
Manulife (Singapore) Pte Ltd. has appointed Annette King to be its President and Chief Executive Officer. More

Boston, April 12, 2010
John Hancock Financial Network recognizes leadership in Achieving Client Excellence of Top Independent Firms and Representative of the Year
John Hancock Financial Network (JHFN) recently announced the 2009 awards for leadership and client service excellence: the Leading with Excellence (LEX) award for its top independent firms and the Achieving Client Excellence (ACE) award for its leading financial representative. More

Boston, April 12, 2010
John Hancock Funds launches new Natural Resources Fund
John Hancock Funds said today that its new John Hancock Natural Resources Fund (JNRAX) is now available for sale to retail investors through their financial advisers More

Boston, April 9, 2010
Muscle tear to take Catherine Ndereba out of 2010 Boston Marathon field
John Hancock Financial today said that Catherine Ndereba has withdrawn from the 114th running of the Boston Marathon on April 19, due to recent injury. More

Boston, April 8, 2010
John Hancock Financial Network contributes to the MDRT Foundation as a Corporate Silver Sponsor
John Hancock Financial Network (JHFN) is a Million Dollar Roundtable (MDRT) Foundation Corporate Silver Sponsor for 2010. More

Hong Kong, April 8, 2010
MFC Global Investment Management (Asia) appoints new Head of North Asia Institutional Sales
MFC Global Investment Management (Asia) – ‘MFC GIM (Asia)’ – has appointed Edwina Ho as Head of Institutional Sales, North Asia, effective March 22, 2010. More

Boston, April 7, 2010
John Hancock Annuities adds E-Delivery options to award-winning web site
John Hancock Annuities has added new electronic delivery features to its award-winning web site, www.jhannuities.com, in an effort to help financial advisers monitor their clients' account activity. More

Boston, April 7, 2010
John Hancock leads industry in survivorship life insurance sales in 2009
John Hancock Life Insurance led the industry in total survivorship life insurance sales in 2009, according to a recent survey of 79 major life insurers by LIMRA International (LIMRA). More

Waterloo, April 7, 2010
Manulife Investor Sentiment Index rises sharply
More Canadians say it's a good time to invest, in everything from their own homes to the stock market and investment funds, according to a national poll for Manulife Financial, Canada's leading insurance and wealth management company. More

Boston, April 7, 2010
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services Hires Michael G. Johnson as Regional Vice President, Greater Atlanta Region
Michael G. Johnson has been hired as Regional Vice President, Atlanta, John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (RPS), it was announced by Arthur Creel, Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing, John Hancock RPS. More

Jakarta, April 6, 2010
Special Customer Rewards Program to Commemorate Manulife Indonesia's 25th Year Anniversary
PT Asuransi Jiwa Manulife Indonesia (Manulife Indonesia), a leading life insurance company in Indonesia, today announced a special customer rewards program and a new investment fund option to celebrate the company's 25 successful years in Indonesia More

Toronto, April 5, 2010
Manulife Mutual Funds strengthens product lineup by re-branding Value Leaders; capping one Portfolio
Manulife Mutual Funds, a division of Elliott & Page Limited, announced today that the Value Leaders Income Portfolio has been capped to new purchases, including systematic transfers and pre-authorized chequing plans. The Value Leaders Portfolios will also be re-branded to the Manulife Leaders Portfolios, on or about June 5, 2010. More

Shanghai, April 1, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem launches its 2010 Baby Campaign: "Special Care for Baby and its Future Dream Education"
Manulife-Sinochem (MSL) recently launched its 2010 Baby Campaign, an event and contest under the slogan "Special Care for Baby and its Future Dream Education". More

Hong Kong, March 31, 2010
MFC Global Investment Management announces the successful completion of Manulife Financial's acquisition of fund management joint venture in China
MFC Global Investment Management today announces that Manulife Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Manulife Financial Corporation, has completed the purchase of Fortis Bank SA/NV’s1 49% stake in ABN AMRO TEDA Fund Management Co. Ltd. – a leading Beijing-based asset manager. More

Toronto, March 31, 2010
Manulife Financial Completes Purchase of Manulife TEDA Fund Management Joint Venture in China
Manulife Financial announced that it has closed the transaction to purchase Fortis Bank SA/NV’s1 49 per cent ownership in ABN AMRO TEDA Fund Management Co. Ltd. More

Toronto, March 30, 2010
Manulife Financial announces completion of assumption of Senior Unsecured Notes of The Manufacturers Investment Corporation by Manulife Finance Holdings Limited
Manulife Financial Corporation ("MFC"), and its subsidiaries, Manulife Finance Holdings Limited ("MFHL") and The Manufacturers Investment Corporation ("MIC"), jointly announced that, pursuant to the indentures governing MIC’s 6.822% Senior Unsecured Notes due May 31, 2011 and MIC’s 6.646% Senior Unsecured Notes due November 30, 2011 (together, the "Indentures"), MIC has designated MFHL as successor obligor and MFHL has completed the previously announced assumption of the MIC Notes. More

Bangkok, March 30, 2010
Manulife Strength-Equity Dividend Fund to pay dividend of THB 0.70
Manulife Asset Management (Thailand) Company Limited (MAMT) today announces a dividend payment of the Manulife Strength-Equity Dividend Fund. More

Shanghai, March 30, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem earns top government honor for excellence in China
Manulife-Sinochem Life Insurance Company (MSL or Manulife-Sinochem) was honored with an award for excellence for 2009 by China’s top government body. More

Toronto, March 29, 2010
Manulife Financial announces assumption of Senior Unsecured Notes of The Manufacturers Investment Corporation by Manulife Finance Holdings Limited
Manulife Financial Corporation ("MFC"), and its subsidiaries, Manulife Finance Holdings Limited ("MFHL") and The Manufacturers Investment Corporation ("MIC"), jointly announced that, pursuant to the indentures governing MIC's 6.822% Senior Unsecured Notes due May 31, 2011 and MIC's 6.646% Senior Unsecured Notes due November 30, 2011 (together, the "Indentures"), MIC intends to designate MFHL as successor obligor. More

Philippines, March 29, 2010
Manulife Philippines sponsors Manila leg of international fitness event
Manulife Philippines has reached an agreement to be the major sponsor of an international fitness event called "Project Green Light : The Ultimate Dance Party Work-Out Experience" that will take place on Saturday, April 10, 2010, at the Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC) along Buendia and Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, starting at 6:00 p.m. More

Boston, March 26, 2010
John Hancock: Hip injury to take Robert Kipkoech Cheruiyot out of 2010 Boston Marathon field
John Hancock Financial today said that Robert Kipkoech Cheruiyot has withdrawn from the 114th running of the Boston Marathon on April 19. More

Toronto, March 26, 2010
Manulife Financial Proxy Circular and Annual Report available online
Manulife Financial Corporation’s Proxy Circular and 2009 Annual Report are being mailed to shareholders and are now available for download at www.manulife.com. More

Vietnam, March 26, 2010
Manulife supports Earth Hour 2010 – buildings and offices worldwide will turn off lights for 1 hour
Manulife signs, buildings and offices will dim for an hour throughout the world as Manulife joins Earth Hour 2010, a global event organized by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to raise awareness about climate change. More

Philippines, March 25, 2010
Manulife supports Earth Hour 2010 – buildings and offices worldwide will turn off lights for 1 hour
Manulife signs, buildings and offices will dim for an hour throughout the world as Manulife joins Earth Hour 2010, a global event organized by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to raise awareness about climate change. More

Malaysia, March 25, 2010
Manulife supports Earth Hour 2010 – buildings and offices worldwide will turn off lights for 1 hour
Manulife signs, buildings and offices will dim for an hour throughout the world as Manulife joins Earth Hour 2010, a global event organized by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to raise awareness about climate change. This year will be the third year Manulife has supported Earth Hour, which takes place from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on Saturday March 27 (local time). More

Hong Kong, March 25, 2010
Manulife supports Earth Hour 2010 locally and globally – buildings and offices worldwide will turn off lights for 1 hour
Manulife signs, buildings and offices will dim for an hour throughout the world as Manulife joins Earth Hour 2010, a global event organized by the WWF to raise awareness about climate change. More

Taipei, March 24, 2010
Manulife Asset Management (Taiwan) launches the first Asian mid and small-cap equity fund in Taiwan
Manulife Asset Management (Taiwan) today announces that the Manulife Asia Pacific Mid and Small Cap Fund has been approved as a securities investment trust fund by the Taiwanese regulator and will be available for offering on March 24. More

Toronto, March 23, 2010
Manulife Financial President and Chief Executive Officer to present at the National Bank Financial Canadian Financial Services Conference
Manulife Financial's President and Chief Executive Officer, Donald Guloien, will present at the National Bank Financial Canadian Financial Services Conference on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 in Montreal. More

Toronto, March 19, 2010
Manulife Financial Files 2009 Audited Annual Financial Statements and related MD&A
Manulife Financial Corporation has filed its 2009 audited annual financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2009 and related MD&A with securities regulators, including with the Canadian Securities Administrators and with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Form 40-F. More

Boston, March 19, 2010
John Hancock Financial Network EVP Brian Heapps, CLU, ChFC, to Address Equity & Succession at GAMA's Leadership & Management Conference
Brian Heapps, executive vice president of sales and business development at John Hancock Financial Network (JHFN) will present Business Strategy and Growth: Succession Planning at John Hancock Financial Network on March 24th at a Home Office Leader Special Session at GAMA International’s Leadership & Management (LAMP) Conference. More

Hong Kong, March 19, 2010
Continued success for Manulife at service and website awards
Manulife (International) Limited (MIL)’s unwavering commitment to providing its customers with superlative service — including the most up-to-date and easily accessible information via its barrier-free company Web site — has been underlined by its repeated success in winning two prestigious awards: the Sing Tao Excellent Services Brand and Web Care Gold. More

Tokyo, March 18, 2010
Manulife Japan to become 2010 sponsor of the Pacific Baseball League
Manulife Life Insurance Company (President & CEO: Craig Bromley; hereinafter "Manulife Japan"), together with Pacific League Marketing (President: Kazuhiko Kasai; Head Office: Minato Ward, Tokyo), a joint venture company of the six-team Pacific Baseball League (hereinafter "PBL"), and the six teams that make up the PBL , have reached an agreement for Manulife Japan to become a sponsor of the PBL in 2010. More

Toronto, March 15, 2010
Manulife arranges $194.5 million in financing for 90 MW wind farm in southwest Ontario
Manulife Financial today announced the completion of a $194.5 million financing with Boralex Inc. for the construction and long term operation of a portfolio of nine 10 megawatt (“MW”) wind farms in south-western Ontario. More

Hong Kong, March 12, 2010
Manulife brings seasonal cheer and practical gifts to SAGE elderly
Manulife volunteers once again demonstrated their care for the senior members of society by bringing seasonal cheer and practical gifts to the Hong Kong Society for the Aged (SAGE)'s Care and Attention Homes for the Elderly in Shek Wai Kok, Tsuen Wan. More

Waterloo, March 11, 2010
Manulife Investments names senior executive to lead Canadian investment growth strategy
Paul Lorentz has been named Senior Vice President, Investment Products and President, Manulife Investments to lead Manulife's future growth strategy for investment products in Canada. More

Hong Kong, March 10, 2010
Manulife Appoints Nigel Ke as Chief Financial Officer for Hong Kong
Manulife (International) Limited (MIL) has announced today the appointment of Nigel Ke as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Hong Kong. More

Shanghai, March 10, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem ranked No 1 in competitiveness among Foreign Life Insurers in China in an Asian Insurance Company Competitiveness Ranking Report
A research report ranking the general competitiveness of Asian insurance companies in 2009 rated Manulife-Sinochem as the most competitive of all foreign-invested joint venture life insurers in China for the second year running. More

Toronto, March 9, 2010
Manulife Investments renews product allocation approach in partnership with The QWeMA Group
Manulife Investments has renewed its licensing agreement for a “product allocation” software system, developed and offered by The QWeMA Group, to support Manulife’s product allocation approach to retirement income. More

Jakarta, March 9, 2010
PT Asuransi Jiwa Manulife Indonesia Announces 2009 Annual Results and Introduces New Cashless Facility for Individual Policyholders
Asuransi Jiwa Manulife Indonesia (Manulife Indonesia) today announces its financial results for the full year, ended December 31, 2009. More

Ipoh, March 8, 2010
Manulife Malaysia brings festive cheer to the Persatuan Kebajikan Bagi Orang Istimewa Kampar
Manulife Malaysia brought festive cheer to disadvantaged community members in celebration of Chinese New Year by donating rehabilitation equipment to a centre supporting people with disabilities called Persatuan Kebajikan Bagi Orang Istimewa Kampar. More

Shanghai, March 8, 2010
The premium choice for flexible wealth management - the new Manulife-Sinochem "Double Golden Fortune" Par Endowment
In the aftermath of the global financial crisis, people are increasingly seeking flexible financial products that combine capital preservation with long-term capital growth for goals such as funding education and retirement. More

Hong Kong, March 4, 2010
Kareen Chow heads list of Manulife agency promotions
Manulife (International) Limited (MIL) has announced the promotion of Kareen Chow to Vice President & Head of Agency Sales, Hong Kong. More

Shanghai, March 4, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem Expands Again in China with two new licenses
Manulife-Sinochem (MSL) announced that it has been granted two new licenses from the China Insurance Regulatory Commission (CIRC) to operate in Linyi, a city of 10 million people in Shandong province and Yancheng, with 8 million people in Jiangsu province. More

Toronto, March 4, 2010
Manulife Financial to present at the 2010 Citi Financial Services Conference
Manulife Financial’s Senior Executive Vice President & General Manager of Asia, Robert A. Cook, will present at the 2010 Citi Financial Services Conference in New York City. More

Manila, March 2, 2010
New executive appointment at Manulife Philippines
Manulife Philippines announced the appointment of Margarita B. Lopez as the company’s new Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer effective February 26, 2010. More

Waterloo, March 1, 2010
Edward Jones can now refer their clients to Manulife Bank products to help clients become debt-free sooner and build savings
Edward Jones, a leading Canadian financial services firm, has formalized an association with Manulife Bank of Canada to integrate innovative debt-management and banking solutions into the financial plans of their clients. More

Halifax, February 25, 2010
Manulife leads by example, commits up to $85,000 to Halifax United Way Leadership Challenge
Manulife Financial will commit up to $85,000 for a “Manulife Financial Challenge Grant” to commemorate the 85th anniversary of Halifax United Way and spur local donations to this year’s fund-raising campaign. More

Toronto, February 25, 2010
John Hancock Wealth Management Executive Vice President to present at the 35th Annual Association of Insurance and Financial Analysts (AIFA) Conference
Hugh McHaffie, Executive Vice President of John Hancock Wealth Management, will present in Naples, Florida at the 35th Annual AIFA Conference. More

Kuala Lumpur, February 25, 2010
Manulife Asset Management Malaysia appoints new Chief Investment Officer
Manulife Asset Management (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (MAMM) today announced that Jason Chong has been appointed as Chief Investment Officer with effect from 8 February 2010. More

Tokyo, February 25, 2010
Manulife Japan Announces New Senior Management Appointment
Manulife Life Insurance Company (hereinafter “Manulife Japan”) (Head Office: Chofu City, Tokyo; President and CEO: Craig Bromley) has appointed Mr. David Keller to the position of Chief Financial Officer, effective February 1, 2010. More

Manila, February 23, 2010
Manulife Philippines reports 28 per cent growth in total sales for the fourth quarter 2009
Manulife Philippines’ total sales for its combined Life and Pre-Need businesses increased by 28 percent in the fourth quarter of 2009 compared with the same period in 2008, following a 77 percent growth in total single premium sales and an 8 percent growth in total regular premium sales. More

Manila, February 23, 2010
Manulife Philippines opens Isabela branch office
Manulife Philippines broke new ground in expanding its business operations in the Philippines by recently opening a branch in Santiago City, Isabela province. More

Boston, February 23, 2010
John Hancock Financial announces 2010 Boston Marathon elite athlete field
John Hancock Financial today announced the elite field of 44 athletes from ten countries for the 114th running of the Boston Marathon on April 19. More

Boston, February 22, 2010
John Hancock Funds Launches New Strategic Income Opportunities Fund
John Hancock Funds said today that its new John Hancock Strategic Income Opportunities Fund (JIPAX) is now available for sale to retail investors through their financial advisers. More

Singapore, February 21, 2010
Manulife launches Ultimate – one flexible plan to meet all saving needs
Manulife Singapore introduced a series of endowment plans today – Ultimate Saver, Ultimate Cash 100 and Ultimate Cash 200 – all targeted to helping Singaporeans meet their saving needs while providing insurance coverage. More

Waterloo, February 19, 2010
Manulife Mutual Funds announces Canadian Lipper Award Winners
Manulife Mutual Funds is proud to announce that three of its mutual funds have been recognized for excellence by the investment industry at the 2010 Lipper Fund Awards. More

Waterloo, February 18, 2010
Manulife Financial takes the next step in promoting employee wellness
Manulife Financial Group Benefits now offers employers access to a full suite of employee personal health assessments, ranging from executive medicals to a number of worksite employee health screening programs. More

Manila, February 17, 2010
Manulife Philippines celebrates Chinese New Year
Manulife executives and agents spearheaded early Chinese New Year celebrations in Manila’s Chinatown district recently by welcoming the Philippine’s Insurance Commissioner Eduardo Malinis during his visit to Manulife Philippines’ Binondo branch office. More

Boston, February 16, 2010
John Hancock Retirement Plan Services Promotes Robert L. Carroll to Divisional Vice President, Eastern Division
Robert L. Carroll was promoted to Divisional Vice President, Eastern Division, of John Hancock Retirement Plan Services (RPS), it was announced by Arthur Creel, Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing, John Hancock RPS. More

Jakarta, February 15, 2010
Special Logo to Celebrate 25th Anniversary of Manulife Indonesia
To commemorate its time in Indonesia, today Manulife Indonesia launches a special logo to celebrate the journey of Manulife in Indonesia for 25 years. More

Tokyo, February 12, 2010
Report of Manulife Japan’s FY2009 Third Quarter Year-to-Date Results
Manulife Japan Reports Solid Growth in Major Earnings Indicators While Maintaining Robust Financial Strength More

Toronto, February 11, 2010
Manulife Board of Directors Announces Establishment of Separate Audit and Risk Committees
Gail Cook-Bennett, Chair of the Board of Directors of Manulife Financial Corporation today announced that the Board has decided to establish a separate Audit Committee and Risk Committee of the Board. More

Toronto, February 11, 2010
Manulife Financial Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and Annual Results
Manulife Financial Corporation (“MFC”) today reported net income attributed to shareholders of $868 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2009, which equates to fully diluted earnings per share of $0.51 and return on common shareholders’ equity of 13.1 per cent. More

Toronto, February 11, 2010
Manulife Financial Corporation declares dividends
Manulife Financial Corporation’s Board of Directors today declared a quarterly shareholders’ dividend of $0.13 per share on the common shares of Manulife Financial Corporation (the “Company”), payable on and after March 19, 2010 to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 24, 2010. More

Boston, February 10, 2010
John Hancock Announces Return Of Defending And Past Champions To 2010 Boston Marathon
John Hancock Financial today announced the return of 2009 Boston Marathon champions Deriba Merga of Ethiopia and Salina Kosgei of Kenya for the 114th running of the race on April 19. More

McLean, February 9, 2010
Declaration Management and Research Announces Final Distributions From Two Mortgage Funds
Declaration Management & Research LLC (DMR) today announced that it had issued the final distributions from its highly successful DMR Mortgage Opportunity Fund LP and DMR Mortgage Opportunity Companion Fund LP. More

Shanghai, February 8, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem launches new Dread Disease Gold Package
Lifestyle changes, working pressures and poor environmental conditions from pollution, have raised the risks of dread disease in China. More

Shanghai, February 5, 2010
The first Research Report on Chinese middle-class family happiness published
Manulife-Sinochem in cooperation with the financial newspaper Money Week published a Research Report on Chinese middle-class family happiness. More

Taipei, February 3, 2010
MFC Global Investment Management earns Best of the Best award for Most Innovative Product in Taiwan 2009
A new fund that offers access to the Asian bond market growth story but also helps to manage investment and currency risk has earned MFC Global Investment Management the 2009 “Best of the Best” Regional Award for Most Innovative Product in Taiwan from Asia Asset Management. More

Hong Kong, February 3, 2010
Manulife Launches La Vie
Manulife (International) Limited (‘MIL’) today announces the launch of La Vie, an ideal whole life insurance solution that provides a balance between savings and life protection under different economic conditions and customer life stages. More

Ho Chi Minh City, February 3, 2010
Manulife Vietnam confirms its long-term commitment to supporting the community with the launch of its 9th annual Manulife Care Program
To help underprivileged children celebrate the Tet New Year festive season, Manulife Vietnam in coordination with the local Department of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs, is proudly launching its 9th annual “Manulife Care” charity program. More

Boston, February 1, 2010
John Hancock Launches Single-Premium Whole Life Policy With Long-Term Care Benefits
John Hancock Life Insurance today announced the launch of LifeCare, a single-premium whole life insurance product that provides protection for both life and long-term care (LTC) insurance needs—in a single policy More

Tokyo, January 29, 2010
Manulife Japan Commences Sales of Multi-Currency Individual Annuity Product “Growth Currency” Through Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ
Manulife Life Insurance Company (hereinafter referred to as “Manulife Japan”; President & CEO: Craig Bromley) will begin selling “Growth Currency”, a new multi-currency individual annuity insurance product designed to meet the changing needs for asset formation of Japanese consumers, through the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “BTMU”; President: Katsunori Nagayasu), from February 1, 2010. More

Toronto, January 28, 2010
Manulife Arranges $179 Million in Financing for 78mw Invenergy Wind Farm in Ontario
Manulife Financial today announced the completion of a $179 million financing with Invenergy Wind North America for the construction and long term operation of a 78 megawatt wind farm in western Ontario. More

Toronto, January 28, 2010
Manulife Financial to release fourth quarter financial results
Manulife Financial Corporation will release its fourth quarter and year end financial results on the morning of Thursday, February 11, 2010 followed by a live webcast of the quarterly conference call with analysts beginning at 2:00 p.m. (ET). More

Shanghai, January 28, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem receives two special awards from Chinese media in January
Through steady development in China and innovative products, Manulife-Sinochem has been awarded two top honors from Chinese media this month. More

Tokyo, January 28, 2010
Manulife Japan Commences Sales of New Whole Life Insurance Product “Kodawari Shushin (Low CSV-Type)”
Manulife Life Insurance Company (hereinafter referred to as “Manulife Japan”; President & CEO: Craig Bromley; Head Office: Chofu City, Tokyo) will begin selling nationwide a new non-par whole life insurance product called “Kodawari Shushin (Low CSV-type)”, through its Plan Right Advisor (PA: Manulife Japan’s own company sales representatives) sales network and MGA sales channel from February 1, 2010. More

Boston, January 26, 2010
John Hancock Financial Announces Launch of Twitter Site 'Twitter.com/JHFS_Boston26' to Celebrate Anniversary of Boston Marathon Sponsorship
In celebration of its 25th anniversary as the principal sponsor of the Boston Marathon, John Hancock Financial today launched a Twitter site that will provide tweets about the 114th running of the race and related activities to race followers and marathon enthusiasts. More

Hanoi, January 26, 2010
Manulife Vietnam wins “The Best Service Award” in 2009 Golden Dragon Awards
Manulife Vietnam was honored to receive the “Best Service Award” for the insurance category at the 2009 Golden Dragon Awards Ceremony held by the Foreign Investment Agency under the Ministry of Investment and Planning, and The Vietnam Economic Times. More

Hong Kong, January 26, 2010
New headquarters to accommodate growth of Manulife Hong Kong
Manulife (International) Limited has increased its lease commitment to a total of 410,000 square feet at the new landmark office building at Kwun Tong 223 in Kowloon East, which is being re-named Manulife Financial Centre. More

Boston, January 25, 2010
John Hancock Expands Its Variable Annuity Product Line
Re-enters the L-Share marketplace with the introduction of Venture 4 More

Surabaya, January 25, 2010
Grand Opening of Manulife Indonesia Office in Surabaya - Life insurer celebrating New Year with a special client gathering
The Surabaya operation of Manulife Indonesia today announced the official inauguration of a new Surabaya Office. More

Boston, January 21, 2010
John Hancock Launches New Long-Term Care (LTC) Insurance Multi-Life Microsite for Brokers and Consultants in the Small to Midsize Employer Market
Site’s Information and Tools Help Guide Exploration and Establishment of LTC Plans for Businesses with Up to 1,000 Employees More

Toronto, January 19, 2010
MFC Global Investment Management Names Don Rich As Head of Tactical Asset Allocation
MFC Global Investment Management today announced the appointment of Don Rich as Vice President and Head of Tactical Asset Allocation. More

Manila, January 19, 2010
Manulife Philippines offers broad insurance coverage for critical illnesses
Manulife Philippines has launched a new comprehensive critical illness insurance product aimed at meeting the financial protection needs of Filipinos in the event of serious health contingencies. More

Bangkok, January 18, 2010
Manulife Strength-Equity Dividend Fund to pay dividend of THB 0.55
Manulife Asset Management (Thailand) Company Limited (MAMT) today announces a dividend payment of the Manulife Strength-Equity Dividend Fund. More

Boston, January 14, 2010
Mike Treske Appointed Head of Annuity Distribution for John Hancock and President of John Hancock Wood Logan
John Hancock Financial today named Mike Treske as head of Annuity Distribution for John Hancock and President of John Hancock Wood Logan. More

Boston, January 13, 2010
John Hancock Funds Wins Multiple Awards for Web Site and Marketing Communications
John Hancock Funds wrapped up 2009 by winning multiple awards for its web site, advisor communications, and customer service. More

Shanghai, January 13, 2010
Manulife-Sinochem upgrades VIP Customer Service with International SOS
VIP customers from China-based joint venture insurance provider Manulife-Sinochem will now be eligible for up to US$1 million in emergency medical and travel assistance, following the expansion of MSL’s collaboration with the world's leading aid agency, International SOS. More

Hong Kong, January 12, 2010
MFC Global Investment Management announces appointment of Linda Csellak as Head of Asia Pacific Equities
MFC Global Investment Management (Asia) has appointed Linda Csellak as Head of Asia Pacific Equities, based in Hong Kong. More

Toronto, January 7, 2010
Manulife Mutual Funds launches yield opportunities fund
Manulife Mutual Funds, a division of Elliott & Page Limited, has launched the Manulife Yield Opportunities Fund aimed to generate income and long-term capital growth through a diversified portfolio consisting of yield-oriented Canadian and global fixed-income and equity securities. More

Hong Kong, January 6, 2010
Manulife eBook wins Galaxy Bronze Award
Manulife International Holdings Limited (MIHL) has won a bronze award in the “Design — Annual Report (International, Non-Traditional)” category of the International Galaxy 2009 Awards Competition for its 2008 annual review, which was produced in an interactive eBook format for the first time. More

Manila, January 6, 2010
Manulife Philippines and Migi’s Corner Foundation celebrate 10-year partnership
Manulife Philippines has marked 10 years of partnership with Migi’s Corner Foundation, Inc, a charity created to set up special recreational activity spaces in hospitals for children battling serious illness. More

Waterloo, January 5, 2010
More Canadians focus on debt going into 2010: Manulife poll
After three straight quarters of rising interest in investments, more Canadians say they’re focused on paying down debts as they head into the New Year, according to a national poll for Manulife Financial, Canada’s leading insurance and wealth management company. More

Boston, January 4, 2010
John Hancock Completes Legal Entity Realignment
John Hancock Financial has completed the realignment of its legal entities effective December 31, 2009, announced Senior Vice President, John G. Vrysen. More

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