HONG KONG, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Sun Life 'The Big Bounce' World Tour – Hong Kong," a 17-day family-friendly extravaganza at the Great Lawn of the Art Park in the West Kowloon Cultural District, came to a successful and joyous conclusion on February 22. Title-sponsored by Sun Life, 'The Big Bounce' spanned the Chinese New Year period and proved immensely popular among families, with interactive performances, musical elements, and anime‑themed installations being key highlights that added to the vibrant atmosphere.
This year, Sun Life partnered with Yan Chai Hospital to invite hundreds of students and parents from its affiliated kindergartens and childcare centers to be among the first to experience the bouncing extravaganza, underscoring the theme of "family togetherness and joy". In celebration of Sun Life's journey towards its 135th anniversary in Hong Kong next year, on February 22, it distributed delightful gifts to participants at the West Kowloon venue. Additionally, Sun Life hosted a series of online games via social media, giving away over 1,000 vouchers to spread festive cheer across the city.
Adley Low, Chief Client and Marketing Officer at Sun Life Hong Kong Limited, said: "We are delighted to witness the successful conclusion of the "Sun Life 'The Big Bounce' World Tour – Hong Kong", as this event reflects our purpose to help Clients live healthier lives. The enthusiastic response this year reflects not only the joy this event brought to the public, but also how much Hong Kong families truly value active and healthy living. As Sun Life approaches its 135th anniversary in Hong Kong next year, we will continue to bring more innovative and meaningful community initiatives that allow people to embrace healthy lifestyles in a relaxed and enjoyable way."
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"Sun Life 'The Big Bounce' World Tour - Hong Kong" closes on a high
JAKARTA, Indonesia, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ministry of Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia reaffirmed the country's commitment to sustainable forest governance and transparent supply chains during a meeting with representatives from Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd. and Hanwa Co., Ltd. at the Ministry's office on Wednesday (March 4).
The meeting was part of Indonesia's ongoing engagement with international partners to strengthen mutual understanding of sustainable forest management and the governance framework underpinning Indonesia's forest-based industries, including the emerging biomass sector.
Ade Mukadi, Director of Forest Product Processing and Marketing Development at the Ministry of Forestry, emphasized that Indonesia continues to strengthen its forest governance architecture to ensure that forest utilization is conducted responsibly and in accordance with national regulations and sustainability principles.
"Indonesia has established a comprehensive forest governance framework that integrates legality assurance, sustainability standards, and independent verification. We continue to enhance this system to ensure transparency, accountability, and supply chain integrity," Ade stated.
Tokyo Gas and Hanwa are buyers of wood pellets produced by PT Biomasa Jaya Abadi (PT BJA), which operates in Pohuwato Regency, Gorontalo Province.
Tony Rianto, Head of the Sub-Directorate for Forest Product Certification and Marketing, explained that Indonesia's forest governance system is guided by four key pillars: sustainable forest management that balances ecological, social, and economic functions; transparency and accountability; regulatory compliance; and respect for indigenous peoples and local communities.
Central to this framework is Indonesia's Timber Legality and Sustainability Verification System (SVLK), a national assurance system ensuring that forest products originate from legal and sustainably managed sources. The system covers the entire supply chain—from harvesting and transportation to processing and export—and is implemented through independent verification bodies accredited to audit forest operators, industries, and exporters.
Furthermore, Indonesia continues to enhance the system in line with evolving global market expectations, including the development of geolocation-based monitoring at harvesting sites and the digitalization of transport and export documentation.
These measures are designed to strengthen traceability and support compliance with emerging international due diligence requirements, such as the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).
During the meeting, discussions also covered Indonesia's forest utilization planning framework, including the Annual Work Plan (RKT), which regulates harvesting activities under approved long-term forest management plans and incorporates biodiversity safeguards and conservation measures.
The Ministry reaffirmed that forest utilization activities are subject to rigorous regulatory oversight and monitoring mechanisms to ensure compliance with environmental safeguards and sustainable forest management practices.
The meeting followed an earlier discussion between Tokyo Gas and Hanwa and the Pohuwato Regency Government on Monday (March 2). Regent Syaiful A. Mbuinga confirmed that PT BJA has fulfilled all licensing requirements, operates legally, and contributes to the local economy by employing more than 1,500 workers.
Investment in Pohuwato, including from PT BJA, has contributed to regional economic growth of around 9%, with the local government maintaining strict oversight of investment activities in the region.
The Indonesian Biomass Energy Producers Association (APREBI) helped facilitate the meeting between the Ministry of Forestry and the Japanese companies. "We are pleased that this dialogue could take place and that the Ministry has once again clarified its position. Hopefully, Indonesia's biomass industry will continue to grow sustainably," said Dikki Akhmar, Secretary-General of APREBI.
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Indonesia Highlights Forest Governance and Traceability System in Dialogue with Japanese Energy Companies
