AIA Hong Kong Tops at "Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2023" with Six Most Distinguished Accolades

AIA Hong Kong achieved outstanding results at the "Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2023" organised by the Hong Kong Federation of Insurers with a total of six most distinguished accolades including five Grand Awards and "Lifetime Achievement Award – Life Insurance" granted for Mr. Samuel Yung, Executive District Director and Honourable Advisor of AIA Hong Kong, to recognise his substantial contributions to the insurance industry over the past few decades. Among these Grand Awards, AIA Hong Kong won the "Outstanding MPF/Employees' Benefit Product/Service Award" and the "Outstanding Corporate Social Responsibility Award" for the 4^th and 2^nd consecutive year respectively, while proudly taking home another Grand Award for "Most Innovative Product/Service Award – Wealth" with its outstanding wealth management products and services. The Company has also taken home another five top-three finalists in other award categories.
 

Blue Cross under AIA Group was also named a Top-three Finalist for the "Outstanding Integrated Marketing Strategies Award", a meaningful recognition of its exceptional marketing strategies.
 

Mr. Alger Fung, Chief Executive Officer of AIA Hong Kong & Macau, said, "Reigning in the industry's highly regarded and iconic 'Hong Kong Insurance Awards' demands extraordinary capability and superb performance. We are honoured and proud to receive multiple Grand Awards in this respected and prestigious industry award for consecutive years, which serves as strong affirmation by the industry and public of our relentless efforts in going beyond traditional insurance. At the same time, the awards are a valuable recognition of our outstanding performance on multiple fronts, including product innovation, talent development, services and corporate social responsibility, among many others. We will continue to uphold our 'customer-centric' commitment and strive for excellence, as we proactively work with customers to tackle various challenges in life and help them live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives."
 

Ms. Bonnie Tse, Chief Executive Officer of Blue Cross, said, "It's truly a great honour for Blue Cross being recognised in the 'Outstanding Integrated Marketing Strategies' category. This accolade is a testament to the effectiveness of our marketing strategy that we are able to bring customers comprehensive insurance products and services experience that are closely related to their daily life through multi-channels and innovative marketing promotion. We would continue to uphold our 'customer-centric' philosophy. By understanding the needs of customer's daily life and offering them more product variety and options, we aim to offer customers the right coverage at the right budget and at the right timing."

Organised by the Hong Kong Federation of Insurers with co-organiser South China Morning Post, "Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2023" honours industry practitioners for their top-notch performance at multiple areas. For each of the 22 award categories, a grand winner was selected from the top-three finalists. The professional panel of judges comprised notable and respected figures from across the business, academic and community sectors. The Hong Kong Federation of Insurers also launched the "Lifetime Achievement Award" for the second time this year after the honour was introduced in 2018. A special panel of judges was formed to select two awardees who have made impactful contributions to the development of Life Insurance and General Insurance in Hong Kong respectively.

(From left to right) Mr. Samuel Yung, Executive District Director and Honourable Advisor of AIA Hong Kong; Mr. Alger Fung, Chief Executive Officer of AIA Hong Kong & Macau; and Ms. Bonnie Tse, Chief Executive Officer of Blue Cross, receive multiple honours at the "Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2023". 

AIA Hong Kong and Blue Cross scoop six most distinguished accolades and multiple top-three finalist honours at the "Hong Kong Insurance Awards 2023". 

Mr Christopher Hui, GBS, JP, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury (left) presents Lifetime Achievement Award – Life Insurance" to Mr. Samuel Yung, Executive District Director and Honourable Advisor of AIA Hong Kong. 

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 close to 17,000 financial planners¹, as well as an extensive network of independent financial advisors, brokerage and bancassurance partners. We serve over 3.5 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.

About Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited

Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited ("Blue Cross") is a subsidiary of AIA Group Limited. With over 50 years of operational experience in the insurance industry, Blue Cross provides a comprehensive range of products and services including medical, travel and general insurance, which cater to the needs of both individual and corporate customers. Blue Cross distributes its products through various channels, including AIA agency force, online platform, direct sales, BEA network, insurance agents and brokers, as well as travel agencies. 

In 2023, Blue Cross is assigned a financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of "a+" (Excellent) by A.M. Best. In 2023, Blue Cross is assigned financial strength rating of A+ (stable outlook) and issuer credit rating of A+ (stable outlook) by S&P Global Ratings.