New World Development Company Limited

Founded in 1970, New World Development Company Limited ("the Group", Hong Kong stock code: 00017) was publicly listed in Hong Kong in 1972 and is a constituent stock of the Hong Kong Hang Seng Index. A premium brand infused with a unique personality, New World Group's core business areas include property development, infrastructure and services, retail, and hotels and serviced apartments, with a total asset value of approximately HK$481.3 billion as at 31 December 2018. The Group's two listed companies are NWS Holdings Limited and New World Department Store China Limited. New World China Land Limited is wholly owned by the Group.

The Group actively participates in various businesses in Mainland China and has established itself as one of the largest foreign direct investors in the country. The Group's existing investments in Mainland China across four municipalities and 20 provinces are valued exceeding US$16 billion as of 30 June 2018.

New World's brand personality is best defined by The Artisanal Movement, a cultural vision, a philosophy for living. In the age of machines, we want to celebrate something more human and kindle the artisan spirit in us. Through Collect, Connect, Collide, The Artisanal Movement becomes an incubator for ideas, and a channel for audiences to experience them.

The Group has a strong commitment to sustainable development and adopts a 3Ps approach to its daily business operations that involves maintaining a balance between making profit (Profit) and fulfilling the company's responsibilities towards the environment (Planet) and the community (People).

We recognize social responsibility as one of our core values. We have been actively supporting and participating in numerous charity projects, promoting youth development and nurturing youngsters. We are delighted to fully support New World Mathematics Awards, encouraging youths to equip themselves and achieve academic excellence, which echoes the spirit of The Artisanal Movement. Through this award, we hope to nurture more Chinese leaders in the international mathematics profession who will take the lead and introduce breakthroughs in research and national growth, enhancing the country’s international status and contributing to the community.

China Young Leaders Foundation

Founded in 2007, China Young Leaders Foundation is a non-profit organization.

The Foundation provides a platform for young people with diversified cultural backgrounds to communicate and exchange, and promotes the enhancement of art literacy, humanistic literacy and innovation among the youth in mainland China, Hong Kong and other regions.

Through major programmes like “New Youth New World Summer Internship Programme” and “China Discovery” Youth Research Project, young people are encouraged to gain more understanding of the mainland through research and peer communication. In addition, the Foundation collaborates with renowned art institutions, museums and K11 Art Foundation to organize various art education programmes, bringing inspiration and enlightenment to the youth.

China Young Leaders Foundation will continue to provide opportunities and support to the young generation, helping them to realize personal values, and contribute to the community and the nation.

Mr.Li Sze Lim

Mr. Li Sze Lim graduated from the Department of Mathematics of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, received an Honorary Doctorate in Business from Macquarie University, and was appointed Justice of the Peace. Currently Mr. Li serves as Chairman and Executive Director of Guangzhou R & F Real Estate Co., Ltd. Mr. Li Sze Lim upholds the noble idea that social responsibility is one of the core values and competitiveness of brand real estate companies in their development and growth. He actively participates in public welfare undertakings. He is the exclusive sponsor the S.-T. Yau College Student Mathematics Contest, and has funded and established the ICCM Sze Lim Lecture Fund. His efforts help discover young mathematical talents. He has donated more than 450 million RMB in culture, education and other fields.

Former Sponsors：
Guangdong Hopson-Pearl River Education Development Foundation 2015
Guangzhou Evergrande Industrial Group Co., Ltd. 2013
Wai Chun Buddhism Foundation Ltd. 2012