(14 December 2012) ------ Luk Fook Holdings (International) Limited (“Lukfook” / the “Group”) (Stock Code: 00590) is proud to announce that the Group honorably attained the “Qualifications Framework Partnerships” Commendation presented by HKSAR Education Bureau, recognizing its contribution in supporting “Recognition of Prior Learning” and applying “Qualifications Framework” in manpower development.

Mr. Wong Wai Sheung, Chairman and Chief Executive of the Group said, “The Group always advocates continual education to enhance our staff’s qualifications and pursue personal goals. We are honored to participate in and promote the “Qualifications Framework" implemented by Education Bureau with our peers, and to receive the Commendation from the Bureau this year. Employees are the most valuable asset of the Group and thus we will continue to encourage them to pursue lifelong studies and obtain the latest market information, with an aim to promote the professional image of the industry, and attract more talents to sustain its long-term development.”

The “Qualifications Framework” is an industry-recognized professional qualification, which is launched by HKSAR Education Bureau. Candidates, who successfully pass the reviews or assessments, can receive certificates for recognition. More than 20 staff of the Group participated in the Jewellery Industry-related assessment under the “Qualifications Framework” this year and attained excellent results. In order to make the framework more comprehensive, Ms. Wong Hau Yeung, Shirley, Director and Deputy General Manager of the Group, serves as a member of the Jewellery Industry Training Advisory Committee to provide professional advices. Moreover, Ms. Wong was also invited by the Qualifications Framework Secretariat as a guest speaker of the industry seminar on 13th December, 2012 (Thursday), and shared her experience on applying "Specification of Competency Standards" in various aspects of human resources development, including recruitment and training etc. in Lukfook Group.

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Photo of The Qualifications Framework Partnerships Commendation Ceremony:
The Commendation Ceremony was held at Central Government Offices on 6 December 2012 (Thursday). Mr. Eddie Ng Hak-kim, SBS, JP, Secretary for Education (left) presented to officiate the ceremony and Ms Natalie Hui, Assistant Human Resources Manager of Lukfook Group (right) received the Commendation on behalf of the Group.

Photo of consultation on the updated version of "Specification of Competency Standards" in watch industry and charter signing ceremony of the “Promotion Qualifications Framework“:

The Consultation was held at Central Government Offices. Mr. Liu, Zhanhao, Watch and Clock Industry Training Advisory Committee (ITAC) Chairman (left) and Ms. Weng Peiyun, the Principal Assistant Secretary for Education (Further Education) (right) presented a commemorative certificate to Ms. Wong Hau Yeung, Shirley, Director and Deputy General Manager of the Group (middle).

About “Qualifications Framework”
The “Qualifications Framework” is a hierarchy with 7 levels that orders and supports qualifications of academic, vocational and continuing education. It provides a convenient and transparent platform for lifelong learning, and hence enhance the capacity and competitiveness of our workforce.