PARIS and NEW YORK and LONDON, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AMTD Group Inc. ("AMTD Group"), AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB), AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) and The Generation Essentials Group ("TGE", NYSE: TGE; LSE: TGE), a subsidiary of AMTD Digital Inc., are pleased to announce that Dr. Calvin Choi, founder of AMTD IDEA, has been re-appointed as the Chief President of the Hong Kong Island Youth United Association (the "Association").

Recently, the Hong Kong Island Youth United Association formally approved its second-term honorary appointments and the new composition of its board of directors and board of supervisors. More than one hundred young leaders from various sectors have also taken up positions as Executive Directors and Directors, together comprising the Association's new leadership team.

The Hong Kong Island Youth United Association was jointly established by major youth organizations on Hong Kong Island. Its mission is to unite and lead young people from all sectors, strengthen their pride, integrity, and confidence, and encourage them to recognize and actively fulfil the responsibilities and mission entrusted to their generation in this era. The Association is committed to advancing youth development and promoting all‑rounded growth of young people, while uniting their strength to build and serve the communities. Since its establishment in 2023, the Association has steadily expanded its influence and now comprises 64 member organizations and over 100 key young members from diverse industries. As an important member of the Hong Kong Island Federation, it has become a leading youth organization in Hong Kong SAR.

Youth affairs have long been a core priority for AMTD Group and the AMTD Charity Foundation. They continue to invest in youth training and further education, broaden channels for young people to participate in social development, and are committed to creating positive value for their growth and future development, thereby contributing to society through concrete actions.

About AMTD Group

AMTD Group is a conglomerate with a core business portfolio spanning across media and entertainment, education and training, and premium assets and hospitality sectors.

About AMTD IDEA Group

AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) represents a diversified institution and digital solutions group connecting companies and investors with global markets. Its comprehensive one-stop business services plus digital solutions platform addresses different clients' diverse and inter-connected business needs and digital requirements across all phases of their life cycles. AMTD IDEA Group is uniquely positioned as an active super connector between clients, business partners, investee companies, and investors, connecting the East and the West. For more information, please visit www.amtdinc.com or follow us on X (formerly known as "Twitter") at @AMTDGroup.

About AMTD Digital Inc.

AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) is a comprehensive digital solutions platform headquartered in France. Its one-stop digital solutions platform operates key business lines including digital media, content and marketing services, investments as well as hospitality and VIP services. For AMTD Digital's announcements, please visit https://ir.amtdigital.net/investor-news.

About The Generation Essentials Group

The Generation Essentials Group (NYSE: TGE; LSE: TGE), jointly established by AMTD Group, AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) and AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD), is headquartered in France and focuses on global strategies and developments in multi-media, entertainment, and cultural affairs worldwide as well as hospitality and VIP services. TGE comprises L'Officiel, The Art Newspaper, movie and entertainment projects. Collectively, TGE is a diversified portfolio of media and entertainment businesses, and a global portfolio of premium properties. Also, TGE is a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) sponsor manager, with its first SPAC successfully raised and priced on December 18, 2025.

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For AMTD IDEA Group:
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For AMTD Digital Inc.:
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AMTD Digital Inc.
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For The Generation Essentials Group:
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