Shangri-La Hotel 2018

Cover Photo: One Galle Face, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Contents
Overview 2 Directors’ Report 68
The Group’s Business Presence 2 General Disclosure Items 70

Financial Highlights 3 Directors 71
Corporate Information 4 Significant Shareholders’ Interests 72
Year in Review 5 Directors’ Interests 73
Awards of the Year 8 Share Option Scheme 75
Chairman’s Statement 9 Share Award Scheme 78
Board of Directors, Company Secretary 11 Continuing Connected Transaction(s) 80
and Senior Management
Corporate Governance Report 88

Discussion and Analysis 20
Directors Handbook and Corporate 90
Results of Operations 24 Governance Functions
Corporate Debt and Financial Conditions 37 Board 91
Treasury Policies 39 Executive Committee 93
Investment Properties Valuation 39 Nomination Committee 94
Impairment Provision 40 Remuneration Committee 96
Financial Assets – Trading Securities 40 Audit & Risk Committee 98
Development Programmes 41 Risk Management and Internal Controls 100
Disposal of a Hotel 42 External Auditors 1 04
Management Contracts for Hotels General Meeting(s) 1 05
Owned by Third Parties 42
General Mandates Granted to Directors 1 05
Prospects 42
Dividend Policy 1 06
Human Resources 43
Investor Relations 1 06
Public Float 108
Properties Under Development 44
Financial Report 1 09
Responsible Business 50 Independent Auditor’s Report 1 09

Consolidated Statement of Financial Position 115
Sustainability Reporting 52
Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss 117
People 53
Consolidated Statement 118
Guest Experience 54 of Comprehensive Income
Environment 56 Consolidated Statement 119
Supply Chain 62 of Changes in Equity
Community 64 Consolidated Cash Flow Statement 121
HKEX ESG Content Index 66 Notes to the Consolidated 123
Financial Statements
Five Year Summary 240
Abbreviations 241
The Group’s Listed Members 24 4
Overview
The Group’s Business Presence
Mongolia
Mainland China Japan
United Arab
Emirates
Bahrain
Qatar
Oman Taiwan
India
Saudi Arabia Hong Kong
Myanmar
Cambodia Philippines
Thailand
Sri Lanka Malaysia

Maldives
As at 20 March 2019
Singapore
Business in operation
Projects under development / in planning
Indonesia
Asia
Bahrain Mainland China Malaysia Oman Sri Lanka
Baotou Jinan Shangri-La Johor Muscat Colombo
Cambodia Beihai Kunming Shaoxing Kota Kinabalu Hambantota
Phnom Penh Beijing Lhasa Shenyang Penang Philippines
Changchun Manzhouli Shenzhen Kuala Lumpur Boracay Taiwan
Hong Kong Changzhou Nanchang Suzhou Cebu Tainan
India Chengdu Nanjing Tangshan Maldives Manila Taipei
Bengaluru Dalian Nanning Tianjin Male
New Delhi Fuzhou Ningbo Wenzhou Villingili Qatar Thailand
Guangzhou Putian Wuhan Doha Bangkok
Indonesia Guilin Qiantan Xiamen Mongolia Chiang Mai
Bali Haikou Qingdao Xian Ulaanbaatar Saudi Arabia
Jakarta Hangzhou Qinhuangdao Yangzhou Jeddah United Arab
Surabaya Harbin Qufu Yiwu Myanmar Emirates
Hefei Sanya Zhengzhou Yangon Singapore Abu Dhabi
Japan Huhhot Shanghai Zhoushan Dubai
Tokyo
Fiji
United
Australia Kingdom Canada
France
Turkey
Mauritius
Oceania Europe Africa North America

Australia Fiji France United Kingdom Mauritius Canada
Cairns Yanuca Paris London Toronto
Sydney Vancouver
Melbourne Turkey
Istanbul
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Overview
Financial Highlights
The following table summarises the highlights of our financial results:
2018 2017 2018/17

USD Million USD Million % Change
Consolidated Revenue 2,517.9 2,189.8 15.0%
EBITDA (Note 1) of the Company and its subsidiaries 664.5 535.9 24.0%
Effective share of EBITDA (Note 2) of the Company, subsidiaries and associates 940.9 794.7 18.4%
Profit attributable to owners of the Company
- Operating items 197.3 140.7 40.2%
- Non-operating items (4.4) 17.3 N/M
Total 192.9 158.0 22.1%
Earnings per share (US cents per share) 5.40 4.43 21.9%
Dividend per share (HK cents per share) 22 17 29.4%
Net assets attributable to owners of the Company 6,289.0 6,602.6 –4.7%
Net assets per share attributable to owners of the Company (USD) 1.76 1.84 –4.3%
Effective share of net borrowings (Note 3) of the Company, subsidiaries and associates 3,983.2 4,335.8 –8.1%
Notes:
1. EBITDA, which is a non-HKFRS financial measure, is defined 3. Effective share of net borrowings (balance of bank loans and
as the earnings before finance costs, tax, depreciation and fixed rate bonds less short-term fund placement, cash and bank
amortisation and non-recurring items such as gain/loss on balance) is the aggregate total of the Company’s net borrowings
disposal of fixed assets and interest in investee companies; fair and the Group’s share of net borrowings of subsidiaries and
value gains/losses on investment properties and financial assets associates based on percentage of equity interests.
at fair value through profit or loss; and impairment losses on fixed 4. For information, effective share of depreciation and amortisation
assets. of the Company, subsidiaries and associates was USD384.6
2. Effective share of EBITDA is the aggregate total of the Company’s million for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of
EBITDA and the Group’s share of EBITDA of subsidiaries and 6.2%, compared to USD362.2 million for the year ended 31
associates based on percentage of equity interests. December 2017.
• Consolidated revenue was USD2,517.9 million for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of 15.0%, compared to
USD2,189.8 million for the year ended 31 December 2017.
• EBITDA of the Company and its subsidiaries was USD664.5 million for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of
24.0%, compared to USD535.9 million for the year ended 31 December 2017.
• Effective share of EBITDA of the Company, subsidiaries and associates was USD940.9 million for the year ended 31
December 2018, an increase of 18.4%, compared to USD794.7 million for the year ended 31 December 2017.
• Consolidated profit attributable to owners of the Company was USD192.9 million for the year ended 31 December 2018, an
increase of 22.1%, compared to USD158.0 million for the year ended 31 December 2017.
Effective Share of EBITDA by Category Segment Revenue by Category

(USD Million) (USD Million)
940.9
2,517.9
99.4 128.3
794.7
Property Development 82.6 2,189.8 Property Development
40.5 33.5
for Sale & Other for Sale & Other
Shangri-La Asia Limited Annual Report 2018
246.5 100.1 73.0

Business Business
65.3
219.1 Investment Properties Investment Properties
21.4
Hotel Management Hotel Management
46.5
and Related Services and Related Services
Hotel Properties Hotel Properties
Corporate & 2,206.9 2,018.0
Pre-opening Expenses
604.3 534.6
-30.7 -46.0
2018 2017 2018 2017
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Overview
Corporate Information
As at 20 March 2019
BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGISTERED ADDRESS

Executive Director(s) Canon’s Court
Ms KUOK Hui Kwong (Chairman) 22 Victoria Street
Mr LIM Beng Chee (CEO) Hamilton HM12
Mr LUI Man Shing (until 5 June 2019) Bermuda
Non-executive Director(s)
PRINCIPAL SHARE REGISTRAR IN BERMUDA
Mr HO Kian Guan (alternate – Mr HO Chung Tao)
MUFG Fund Services (Bermuda) Limited
Independent Non-executive Director(s) The Belvedere Building
Mr Alexander Reid HAMILTON (until 5 June 2019) 69 Pitts Bay Road
Professor LI Kwok Cheung Arthur Pembroke HM08
Dr LEE Kai-Fu (until 5 June 2019) Bermuda
Mr YAP Chee Keong
Mr LI Xiaodong Forrest (from 1 May 2019) BRANCH SHARE REGISTRAR IN HONG KONG
Tricor Abacus Limited
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Level 22, Hopewell Centre
Ms KUOK Hui Kwong (chairman) 183 Queen’s Road East
Mr LIM Beng Chee Hong Kong
Mr LUI Man Shing (until 1 May 2019)
STOCK CODES
NOMINATION COMMITTEE HKSE – 00069
Ms KUOK Hui Kwong (chairman) Singapore stock exchange – S07
Mr Alexander Reid HAMILTON (until 1 May 2019) American Depositary Receipt – SHALY
Professor LI Kwok Cheung Arthur
Mr LI Xiaodong Forrest (from 1 May 2019) WEBSITES
Corporate – www.ir.shangri-la.com
REMUNERATION COMMITTEE Business – www.shangri-la.com
Mr Alexander Reid HAMILTON (chairman)
(until 1 May 2019) INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT
Ms KUOK Hui Kwong [email protected]
Professor LI Kwok Cheung Arthur 28/F Kerry Centre
(chairman from 1 May 2019) 683 King’s Road
Mr YAP Chee Keong (from 1 May 2019) Quarry Bay
Hong Kong
AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE
Mr YAP Chee Keong (chairman) KEY DATES
Mr HO Kian Guan Closure of registers of members
Mr Alexander Reid HAMILTON (until 1 May 2019) for Annual General Meeting
Professor LI Kwok Cheung Arthur 31 May 2019 to 5 June 2019, both dates inclusive
Annual General Meeting
COMPANY SECRETARY 5 June 2019
Mr SEOW Chow Loong Iain
Record date for 2018 final dividend
AUDITOR 11 June 2019
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Payment of 2018 final dividend
Certified Public Accountants
20 June 2019 (subject to Shareholders’ approval
22/F Prince’s Building
at the Annual General Meeting)
Central
Hong Kong Announcement of 2019 interim results
August 2019
HEAD OFFICE AND PRINCIPAL
PLACE OF BUSINESS
28/F Kerry Centre
683 King’s Road
Quarry Bay
Hong Kong
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Overview
Year in Review
July
Shangri-La opens its Shared
Financial Services centre
in Wuhan, China. Aimed at
enhancing controllership and
January accounting quality across 39
hotels in China, the centre will
The Group’s digital transformation journey began with the drive synergy and efficiency of
launch of the new Shangri-La Mobile App. Key features such processes, and enable a ‘plug
as mobile check-in/check-out and instant awards redemption and play’ model for new hotels.
for Golden Circle members help create a seamless Work migration continues
online-offline experience for our guests. through 2019.
April
Shangri-La appointed to manage
the 250-room Shangri-La Hotel,
Bahrain and waterfront villas at
‘Bahrain Marina’, a waterfront
complex in the capital of
Manama. Scheduled to open in
2022, the hotel will offer premium
recreational, dining and meeting June
facilities.
Shangri-La is the first hotel group
in Asia to receive full Marine
Stewardship Council seafood Chain
of Custody certification for all its 53
properties in Mainland China and
Hong Kong. The Group initiated the

certification programme as part of
its sustainable sourcing strategy
and commitment to protect future
seafood supplies and positively
impact the environment.
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Overview
Year in Review
August
Shangri-La Group, our corporate brand,
was launched to manage the various
diverse assets the Group owns and
operates. These include four stay brands –
Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts, Kerry Hotels,
Hotel Jen and Traders Hotels – as well as
mixed-use developments including sports
and recreation clubs, offices, food and
beverage outlets, residences and shopping
malls.
Concurrently, Shangri-La.com was

revamped to offer visitors a more secure
website and an enhanced user experience
to drive more direct bookings.
Huaiyang Training Kitchen opens in

Shangri-La Hotel, Nanjing. The 392 sqm
facility is the first of its kind within the
company and provides a platform for all
internal culinary talents to grow and develop
their skills and cuisine innovations.
October
Shangri-La further expands its portfolio in Australia
with the ground breaking of Shangri-La Melbourne.
The 492-room property with meeting facilities,
food and beverage offerings, spa and gym facilities
The joint venture partnership for will open in 2022. It overlooks the UNESCO World
Shangri-La Hotel, Hangzhou is renewed for Heritage Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton
another 25 years. The hotel has played an Gardens.
integral role in elevating the city onto the
world stage.
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Overview
December
Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns and

Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort & Spa, Yanuca, Fiji
unveiled following an extensive refurbishment
exercise. While the makeover in Cairns
encompassed rooms and suites, the renovation in
November Fiji covered all accommodation, public areas and
restaurants.
Partnership with Tencent to develop and deploy
technology solutions to power the transformation
A second global headquarters was established in
of hotel operations and services for Shangri-La, and
Singapore to strengthen the Group’s talent base and
across the Group’s various global businesses.
to enhance its effectiveness in managing the varied
businesses in South East Asia.
The Group’s first SGD 825 million seven-year bond

offering in Singapore issued. Proceeds from this
bond issuance will be used for general corporate
purposes and the refinancing of the Group’s loans.
The Residences at One Galle Face, consisting of

two 50-storey luxury towers, is the first branded
residential complex to be constructed in Sri Lanka.
Its 390 residential units are progressively being
handed over to residents who will enjoy extensive
facilities including high-end retail and access to a
39-storey office tower.

Ride for Hope 3, Shangri-La’s community outreach
programme in China, raises over RMB 5.7 million to Construction of a mixed-use development begins
help underprivileged children with hip disabilities. in Fuzhou, China. It overlooks Wuyi Square and
The initiative – supported by 30 Shangri-La hotels the scenic surroundings of Wushan and Yushan.
in Mainland China and Hong Kong – involved 5,000 Due for completion in 2022, the site incorporates
cyclists over 15 days to complete the 5,000 km trail upscale retail, a luxury hotel and premium office
across 68 China cities. space totalling over 121,000 sqm.
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Overview
Awards of the Year

Best Business Brand in Asia Pacific
Business Traveller Asia Pacific Awards (Asia)
Best Hotel Brand in China

Business Traveller China Awards (China)
Best Business Hotel Chain in Asia Pacific

Business Traveller UK Reader Awards (UK)
Best Upscale Hotel Brand

Buying Business Travel Awards 2018 (UK)
Hotel Group with Best Customer Loyalty

China Daily (China)
Public Welfare Practice Award

8th China Charity Festival (China)
Top 60 Hotel Groups in China

China Tourist Hotel Association (China)
The MICE Hotel Brand Award of The Year

City Travel (China)
Best Hotel Brand for Business & Leisure

DestinAsian (Asia)
Best Loyalty Partnership

Warmer Welcomes alliance with Taj Hotels Resorts and
Palaces, Flight Global’s 10th Loyalty Awards (France)
Hotel Brand Most Favoured by Chinese Family

Global Times (China)
Most Popular Hotel Group

Travel + Leisure China Travel Awards (China)
One of the World’s Best Brands

Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards (US)
Best Hotel Chain (Worldwide)

Globe Travel Awards, Travel Weekly (UK)
World’s Most Excellent Hotel Chains

(Worldwide)
TripAdvisor
Best Luxury Hotel Brand in Greater China

TTG China (China)
Annual Best Hotel Group

Voyage Best Hotel & Resort Value Award (China)
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Overview
Chairman’s Statement
Dear Shareholders,
On behalf of the Board, I am pleased to present the annual results of Shangri-La Asia Limited
for the financial year ended 31 December 2018.
In 2018, consolidated revenues increased by 15.0% to USD2,517.9 million. Aggregate effective

share of EBITDA to the Group increased by 18.4% to USD940.9 million, demonstrating our
ability to generate strong cash flow from our businesses. Consolidated profit attributable to
owners of the Company (before non-operating items) increased by 40.2% to USD197.3 million,
partly driven by lower pre-opening and opening expenses compared to 2017. Consolidated
profit attributed to owners of the Company (after non-operating items) increased by 22.1% to
USD192.9 million.
A final dividend of HK14 cents per ordinary share has been proposed, which when added to the
interim dividend will amount to a total dividend of HK22 cents per share for the Financial Year.
Our hotel business has expanded steadily with the signing of a management contract for
a Shangri-La hotel in Manama (Bahrain) and the ground-breaking of a managed hotel
in Melbourne (Australia). We also extended our joint venture partnership in Shangri-La
Hangzhou for another 25 years. Revenue generated from our hotels increased by 9.4% to
USD2,206.9 million. The performance of our hotels in Mainland China remained stable despite
uncertainties arising from the worsening trade relations between China and the US. We
were able to post a modest RevPAR growth of 4.0% to USD85 in China, as demand growth
continued to outstrip supply in China’s Tier 1 and 2 cities.
The year was also helped by the strong ramp-up of new hotels that opened in 2017, namely
Kerry Hotel (Hong Kong) and Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo (Sri Lanka) as well as from the strong
performance of the re-opened Tower Wing of our flagship Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore after a
major eight-month renovation in 2017. Adjusting for such events and others, on a like-for-like
basis, revenue generated from our hotel business grew 4.2% to USD2,103.4 million.
Revenue generated from the Group’s investment properties increased 13.2% to USD82.6
million, helped by the steady growth across our major properties. In particular, we saw a
healthy rise in occupancy levels at the office and commercial units of the Shangri-La Centre,
Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia). Revenue generated from property development for sale grew 281.2%
to USD127.7 million. This was boosted by Shangri-La’s One Galle Face development in Colombo
(Sri Lanka), where we have started handing over units to buyers at the end of 2018. We expect
this development to contribute positively to the growth of the Group’s results in 2019 as we
continue to hand over the remaining pre-sold units.
We are excited about the opportunities

ahead of us and are focused on

laying the foundation to help us grow
from strength to strength.
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Overview
2018 was a pace-setting year as we pushed ahead to lay the foundation for our long term
growth and expansion. We launched a new Shangri-La Mobile App and revamped our
website which led to more Golden Circle enrolment as well as a higher proportion of revenue
being driven to our e-direct channels. We also formed a strategic partnership with leading
technology company, Tencent, to accelerate the pace of digital adoption and enable significant
technology applications in many aspects of our operations.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Having people with the right attitude and
skills is critical for delivering excellent service and products. We will continue to invest in our
people development agenda by building on On-the-Job training, coaching and by leveraging
new technology platforms. We remain committed to nurturing our people and to grow the next
generation of hospitality leaders.
In 2018, we stepped up our sustainability efforts by implementing various energy saving

technologies and resource management initiatives across the company. We continue to
actively engage and partner with the many communities where we operate to create mutual
benefit and value for society.
Our balance sheet continued to strengthen, with effective net debt/effective EBITDA reaching
4.2 times, an improvement on 5.5 times a year ago. This was helped by our strong cash
flow from operations of USD446.3 million in the year, as well as growth in effective share
of EBITDA. In 2018, we launched our maiden SGD825 million corporate bond in Singapore.
The bond has helped to extend the Group’s average loan maturity to 3.12 years, compared to
2.82 years a year ago. Having a stronger balance sheet will allow us to seize potential growth
opportunities when they arise.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our colleagues; it is because of their hard work
and dedication that we continue to deliver excellent service and memorable experiences to
our guests and customers. I am grateful to my fellow Directors for their valued guidance and
support and to our shareholders for their continued trust. Several Directors will be retiring from
the Board this year. I wish to express my deepest gratitude to Alexander Reid Hamilton, Lee
Kai-Fu and Lui Man Shing for their invaluable service and contribution to the Group. Alexander
Reid Hamilton joined our Board as an independent director in November 2001 and served
as Audit Committee Chair from November 2001 to March 2018. Lui Man Shing joined our
Board in March 2002 and served as Deputy Chairman from March 2007 to June 2016. We are
indebted to them for their invaluable guidance provided over the years.
We are excited about the opportunities ahead of us and are focused on laying the foundation
to help us grow from strength to strength. We will continue to drive shareholder value and to
build a strong and sustainable future for Shangri-La.
KUOK Hui Kwong

Chairman
20 March 2019
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Overview
Board of Directors, Company Secretary
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR(S)
KUOK Hui Kwong

Aged 41, Malaysian
Executive Director
Chairman
Period of service with the Group Academic/professional qualification(s)

• NED from October 2014 to June 2016 • Bachelor’s degree in East Asian Studies
• ED and Deputy Chairman from June 2016 – Harvard University, United States
to December 2016
Relationship with significant shareholders
• ED and Chairman since January 2017
• Shareholding interest
Other current major position(s) held within the Group – KGL (Substantial Shareholder) – deemed interest
of more than 5%
• Executive Committee – chairman
– Kuok Brothers Sdn Berhad (Other Major
• Nomination Committee – chairman Shareholder) – deemed interest of less than 5%
• Remuneration Committee – member – Kuok (Singapore) Limited (Other Major
Shareholder) – deemed interest of less than 5%
Directorship of listed companies in the past three years
• Directorship/office/employment
• China World Trade Center Company Limited (listed – KGL (Substantial Shareholder) – director
on the Shanghai stock exchange), an associate – KHL (Substantial Shareholder) – director
of the Company – director since April 2015 and
executive director since April 2018
• SCMP Group Limited (currently known as Great
Wall Pan Asia Holdings Limited) (listed on HKSE
with stock code 00583) – executive director from
February 2004 to June 2016
• The Post Publishing Public Company Limited (listed
on the Thailand stock exchange) – director from
November 2012 to June 2016
Other current major appointments

• Kerry Group Kuok Foundation (Hong Kong) Limited

(charitable organisation) – governor
Other experience and previous major appointments

• SCMP Group Limited (currently known as
Great Wall Pan Asia Holdings Limited)
– managing director and chief executive officer
from January 2009 to June 2012
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Overview

LUI Man Shing

LIM Beng Chee (alias: Maris PAKDEETAVEEVIVAT)
Aged 51, Singaporean Aged 75, Chinese
Executive Director Executive Director
CEO (until 5 June 2019)
Period of service with the Group Period of service with the Group
• NED from September 2016 to December 2016 • ED since March 2002
• ED and CEO since January 2017 • Deputy Chairman from March 2007 to June 2016
Other current major position(s) held within the Group Other current major position(s) held within the Group
• Executive Committee – member • Executive Committee – member (until 1 May 2019)
Directorship of listed companies in the past three years Directorship of listed companies in the past three years
• Raffles Medical Group Limited (listed on the • Shangri-La Hotel Public Company Limited (listed
Singapore stock exchange) – independent director on the Thailand stock exchange), a subsidiary of
since July 2015 (until April 2019) the Company – vice chairman since May 1994;
• China World Trade Center Company Limited (listed managing director since May 2013
on the Shanghai stock exchange), an associate of
the Company – chairman and executive director
since April 2018 • significant management and consultancy experience
in the hospitality and property development
Other experience and previous major appointments industries since 1990
• CapitaLand Mall Asia Limited (formerly known as
Relationship with significant shareholders
CapitaMalls Asia Limited) – chief executive officer
• Shareholding interest
• over 15 years of experience in retail real estate
– KGL (Substantial Shareholder) – less than 5%
investment, development, mall operations, asset
– Kuok (Singapore) Limited (Other Major
management and fund management in Asia
Shareholder) – less than 5%
Academic/professional qualification(s)
• Bachelor’s degree in Physics (Hons) – University of
Oxford, United Kingdom
• MBA (Accountancy) – Nanyang Technological
University, Singapore
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NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR(S)
HO Kian Guan HO Chung Tao

(alias: HO Kim Swee) Aged 44, Singaporean
Aged 73, Singaporean Alternate Director
Non-executive Director to HO Kian Guan
• NED since May 1993 • alternate Director since October 2016
Other current major position(s) held within the Group Directorship of listed companies in the past three years
• Audit & Risk Committee – member • Keck Seng Investments (Hong Kong) Limited (listed
on HKSE with stock code 00184) – executive
Directorship of listed companies in the past three years director since October 2008
• Keck Seng (Malaysia) Berhad (listed on the • Keck Seng (Malaysia) Berhad (listed on the
Malaysia stock exchange) – executive chairman Malaysia stock exchange) – alternate director since
since September 1970 June 2014
• Keck Seng Investments (Hong Kong) Limited (listed
on HKSE with stock code 00184) – executive Other experience and previous major appointments
chairman since December 1979 • worked for a major US investment bank based
• Parkway Life REIT (listed on the Singapore stock in Japan focusing on real estate acquisitions,
exchange) – independent director since October a venture capital firm in Japan and a securities
2016 and chairman since April 2017 firm in Singapore
Academic/professional qualification(s) Academic/professional qualification(s)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration • Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Administration – Cornell
and Commerce – Nanyang University, Singapore University, United States
Relationship with Directors and Senior Management Relationship with Directors and Senior Management
• father of HO Chung Tao (his alternate) • son of HO Kian Guan (NED)
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INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR(S)
Alexander Reid LI Kwok Cheung

HAMILTON Arthur
Aged 77, British Aged 73, Chinese
Independent Non-executive Independent Non-executive
Director (until 5 June 2019) Director
• INED since November 2001 • INED since March 2011
Other current major position(s) held within the Group Other current major position(s) held within the Group
• Nomination Committee – member (until 1 May • Nomination Committee – member
2019) • Remuneration Committee – member (chairman from
• Remuneration Committee – chairman (until 1 May 1 May 2019)
2019) • Audit & Risk Committee – member
• Audit & Risk Committee – member (until 1 May Directorship of listed companies in the past three years
2019)
• The Bank of East Asia, Limited (listed on HKSE with
Directorship of listed companies in the past three years stock code 00023) – non-executive director since
January 2008; non-executive deputy chairman since
• Esprit Holdings Limited (listed on HKSE with stock
April 2009
code 00330) – independent non-executive director
since August 1995 • Nature Home Holding Company Limited (listed
on HKSE with stock code 02083) – independent
• COSCO SHIPPING International (Hong Kong) Co, non-executive director since May 2011
Limited (formerly known as COSCO International
Holdings Limited) (listed on HKSE with stock code Other current major appointments
00517) – independent non-executive director since • The Executive Council of the Hong Kong Special
June 2011 Administrative Region – member
• JP Morgan China Region Fund Inc (a US-registered • Council for Sustainable Development of
closed-end fund quoted on the New York stock the Government of the Hong Kong Special
exchange) – independent non-executive director Administrative Region – chairman
from December 1994 to July 2016 • The Chinese University of Hong Kong – emeritus
professor of surgery
• The University of Hong Kong – council chairman
• Price Waterhouse (currently known as
PricewaterhouseCoopers) – partner for 16 years Other experience and previous major appointments
Academic/professional qualification(s) • The Chinese University of Hong Kong – vice-
chancellor (president) from 1996 to 2002
• Member – Institute of Chartered Accountants of
• Education and Manpower Bureau of the Hong
Scotland
Kong Special Administrative Region – Secretary for
• Fellow – Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Education and Manpower from August 2002 to
Accountants June 2007
• Fellow – Institute of Directors
• Medical degree – University of Cambridge, United
Kingdom
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LEE Kai-Fu
Aged 57, Taiwanese
Independent Non-executive
Director (until 5 June 2019)
Period of service with the Group Academic/professional qualification(s)

• INED since November 2015 • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science – Columbia
University, United States
• Honorary Doctorate degree of Business Practice –
• LightInTheBox Holding Company, Limited (listed on Carnegie Mellon University, United States
NASDAQ) – independent director since June 2013
• Honorary Doctorate degree – City University of
• Sinovation (Beijing) Enterprise Management Hong Kong
Limited (listed on National Equities Exchange and
• Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science – Carnegie
Quotations) – chairman since September 2015
Mellon University, United States
• Hon Hai Precision Industry Company, Limited (listed
• Fellow – Institute of Electrical and Electronics
on the Taiwan stock exchange) – independent
Engineers
director since July 2016
• Meitu, Inc (listed on HKSE with stock code 01357) –
non-executive director since August 2016
• Fosun International Limited (listed on HKSE with
stock code 00656) – independent non-executive
director since March 2017
Other current major appointments

• Innovation Works (China) – chairman and chief
executive officer

• Google Greater China – president
• Microsoft Corp – corporate vice president
• Microsoft Research Asia (China) – founder and

managing director
• Silicon Graphics Inc – vice president
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Overview

YAP Chee Keong

Aged 58, Singaporean
Director
Period of service with the Group Other current major appointments

• INED since December 2017 • Citibank Singapore Limited – independent
non-executive director
Other current major position(s) held within the Group
• Certis CISCO Security Pte Limited – independent
• Audit & Risk Committee – chairman non-executive director
• Remuneration Committee – member (from 1 May • MediaCorp Pte Limited – independent non-executive
2019) director
Directorship of listed companies in the past three years Other experience and previous major appointments
• The Straits Trading Company Limited (listed on the • The Straits Trading Company Limited – executive
Singapore stock exchange) – director from May director
2009 to April 2018
• Singapore Power Limited – chief financial officer
• Olam International Limited (listed on the Singapore
stock exchange) – independent non-executive Academic/professional qualification(s)
director since December 2015 • Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy – National
• Malaysia Smelting Corporation Berhad – (listed University of Singapore
on both the Malaysia and the Singapore stock • Fellow – CPA, Australia
exchanges) – non-executive director from May 2016
• Fellow – Institute of Singapore Chartered
to May 2018
Accountants
• Sembcorp Industries Limited (listed on the
Singapore stock exchange) – independent
non-executive director since October 2016
• Tiger Airways Holdings Limited (delisted from the
Singapore stock exchange in May 2016) – independent
non-executive director from December 2009 to
May 2016
• InterOil Corporation (delisted from the New York
stock exchange in February 2017) – independent
non-executive director from March 2015 to February
2017
• ARA Asset Management Limited (delisted from the
Singapore stock exchange in April 2017) – non-
executive director from January 2014 to April 2017
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Overview
LI Xiaodong Forrest
Director (from 1 May 2019)
Period of service with the Group

• INED effective from May 2019
Other current major position(s) held within the Group

• Nomination Committee – member (from 1 May 2019)

• Sea Limited (listed on the New York stock
exchange) – chairman and group chief executive
officer since May 2009

• Singapore’s Committee on the Future Economy –
member from January 2016 to February 2017
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – Shanghai Jiao
Tong University, Mainland China
• MBA – Stanford Graduate School of Business,
Stanford University, United States Shangri-La Asia Limited Annual Report 2018
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Overview

COMPANY SECRETARY SENIOR MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED)
SEOW Chow Loong Iain • Loews Hotels group – chief commercial officer
Aged 53, Singaporean • InterContinental Hotels group – chief commercial
Company Secretary officer
• Starwood Hotels & Resorts group – senior vice
Period of service with the Group president, sales & marketing in Asia Pacific, Europe,
• joined the Group in November 2011 Middle East and Africa
as Senior Legal Counsel
• General Counsel since June 2017
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration &
• Company Secretary since January 2019
Sociology – Loyola University New Orleans,
Directorship of listed companies in the past three years United States
• CMON Limited (listed on HKSE with stock code • Advanced Management Program – Harvard Business
08278) – independent non-executive director since School, Harvard University, United States
November 2016
Other experience and previous major appointments TOH Hup Hock
• Jones Day – partner Aged 53, Singaporean
Academic/professional qualification(s) CFO (until 31 March 2019)
• Bachelor’s degree in Laws – King’s College London, Period of service with the Group
United Kingdom
• joined the Group in April 2016 as CFO
• Solicitor – Hong Kong, England and Wales
• Advocate and solicitor (non-practising) – Supreme Directorship of listed companies in the past three years
Court of Singapore • Sands China Limited (listed on HKSE with stock
code 01928) – executive director from June 2010
SENIOR MANAGEMENT to April 2016
• China World Trade Center Company Limited (listed
on the Shanghai stock exchange), an associate of
KUOK Hui Kwong the Company – executive director since April 2018
Aged 41, Malaysian (until April 2019)
Chairman
• The biography is set out in the previous subsection. Other experience and previous major appointments
• Sands China Limited – chief financial officer,
executive vice president and executive director
LIM Beng Chee • General Electric Company – chief financial officer or
Aged 51, Singaporean similar position in Asia, including GE Lighting Asia,
CEO GE Consumer Products Asia, GE Consumer
• The biography is set out in the previous subsection. & Industrial Asia and GE Plastics Greater China
• Tourism Development Committee of the Macau
Special Administrative Region Government – member
Sven Oliver BONKE from June 2015 to April 2016
Aged 54, American
President & COO Academic/professional qualification(s)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting – Murdoch
Period of service with the Group University, Australia
• joined the Group in September 2017 • MBA – University of Queensland, Australia
as President & COO
• Fellow – CPA, Australia
• over 30 years of experience in the hospitality
industry
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Overview
TAN Lay Beng YANG Jian Cheng

Aged 52, Malaysian Aged 34, Chinese
CFO (from 1 April 2019) CTO
• joined the Group in March 2019 as CFO Designate • joined the Group in January 2017 as CTO
Other experience and previous major appointments Other experience and previous major appointments
• DHL Express Asia Pacific – chief financial officer and • over six years of experience in online travel and
executive vice president hospitality industry, covering revenue optimization,
digital marketing, distribution and operation
Academic/professional qualification(s) automation in Mainland China
• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy – National • Qunar.com – senior director of high-end hotel
University of Singapore business
• MBA – Manchester Business School, The University
of Manchester, United Kingdom Academic/professional qualification(s)
• Fellow – Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants • Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Science and
Technology – Tianjin University, Mainland China
• Master’s degree in Microelectronics and Solid-state
CHONG Kwang Cheong Robert Electronics – Peking University, Mainland China
CCHRO
CHAN Kong Leong
Period of service with the Group Aged 46, Singaporean
• joined the Group in May 2018 as CCHRO Regional CEO of South East Asia
Other experience and previous major appointments Period of service with the Group
• over 30 years of experience in managing human • joined the Group in January 2019 as Regional CEO
resources function of global companies of South East Asia
• Keppel Corporation Limited – director of group
Directorship of listed companies in past 3 years
human resources
• Suntec Real Estate Investment Trust (Suntec REIT,
• Temasek Holdings Pte Limited – managing director
listed on Singapore stock exchange and its manager
of human resources
was ARA Trust Management (Suntec) Limited) –
Academic/professional qualification(s) executive director and chief executive officer of the
• Bachelor’s degree in Sociology – National University manager from January 2017 to December 2018
of Singapore Other experience and previous major appointments
• MBA – Nanyang Business School, Nanyang • over 20 years of private and public sector
Technological University, Singapore experience in managing investment, project

• Advanced Management Program – Harvard Business development, asset management, operations,
School, Harvard University, United States strategic planning and different corporate functions
• CapitaLand Limited – senior vice president, head of
regional investment, assets and fund management
and regional general manager, West China
• Bachelor’s degree in Building – National University
of Singapore
• Charter holder – Chartered Financial Analyst
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Discussion
and Analysis
Hotel Jen Beijing, China
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Discussion and Analysis
DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
The principal activities of the Group remained the same as in 2017. The Group’s business is organised into four
main segments:
• Hotel Properties – development, ownership and operations of hotel properties (including hotels under
lease)
• Hotel Management and Related Services for Group-owned hotels and for hotels owned by third parties
• Investment Properties – development, ownership and operations of office properties, commercial properties
and serviced apartments/residences
• Property Development for Sale
The Group continues to develop hotel properties, investment properties for rental purpose and properties for sales
for the above mentioned business segments.
The Group currently owns and/or manages hotels under the following brands:
• Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts
• Kerry Hotels
• Hotel Jen
• Traders Hotels
The following table summarises the hotels and rooms of the Group as at 31 December 2018:
Owned/Leased Managed Total Operating Hotels Hotels Under Development

Hotels under
Owned Management
Hotels Rooms Hotels Rooms Hotels Rooms Hotels Contracts
in ’000 in ’000 in ’000
71 30.9 15 4.7 86 35.6 4 8
3 1.6 – – 3 1.6 – –
(Note 2)
7 2.8 2 0.6 9 3.4 – 1
– – 3 1.2 3 1.2 1 –
Other (Note 1) 1 0.6 – – 1 0.6 – –

Total 82 35.9 20 6.5 102 42.4 5 9
Notes:
1) Other hotel refers to the Portman Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Shanghai (the Group has 30% equity interest).
2) No new hotel opened for business in 2018. Hotel Jen Brisbane in Australia ceased operations and was disposed of in December 2018 as
requested by the local government authority to take the underlying land on which the hotel was built for redevelopment.
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The following table summarises the total Gross Floor Area (“GFA”) of the operating investment properties for
rental owned by subsidiaries and associates:
Total GFA of the operating

investment properties
as at 31 December 2018
Group’s Serviced
equity Office Commercial apartments/
(in square metres) interest spaces spaces residential
Mainland China China World Trade Center
– Phase I 40.32%-50% 88,433 90,770 80,124
– Phase II 43.23% 76,536 24,337 –
– Phase IIIA 40.32% 143,088 45,851 –
– Phase IIIB 40.32% 83,419 62,498 –
391,476 223,456 80,124
Century Tower, Beijing 50% – – 43,445
Beijing Kerry Centre 23.75% 92,723 12,831 36,161
Shanghai Centre 30% 40,819 12,057 50,988
Jing An Kerry Centre – Phase I 24.75% 38,611 13,009 17,812
Jing An Kerry Centre – Phase II 49% 117,823 80,967 –
Kerry Parkside Shanghai Pudong 23.2% 94,995 49,319 34,907
Shangri-La Centre, Chengdu 80% 41,519 4,097 –
Shangri-La Residences, Dalian 100% – – 54,004
Shangri-La Centre, Qingdao 100% 31,911 8,029 –
Tianjin Kerry Centre 20% – 82,494 –
Hangzhou Kerry Centre 25% 12,583 98,886 –
Jinan Enterprise Square 45% 32,944 5,681 –
895,404 590,826 317,441
Malaysia UBN Apartments, Malaysia 52.78% – – 17,356
UBN Tower, Malaysia 52.78% 45,175 8,530 –
45,175 8,530 17,356
Singapore Shangri-La Apartments, Singapore 100% – – 13,794
Shangri-La Residences, Singapore 100% – – 10,941
Tanglin Mall, Singapore 44.6% – 21,267 –
Tanglin Place, Singapore 44.6% 3,291 1,666 –
3,291 22,933 24,735
Australia The Pier Retail Complex, Cairns 100% 515 11,370 –
Mongolia Central Tower, Ulaanbaatar 51% 23,114 4,510 –
Shangri-La Centre, Ulaanbaatar 51% 18,241 16,728 19,585
41,355 21,238 19,585
Myanmar Shangri-La Residences, Yangon 55.86% – – 56,834
Sule Square, Yangon 59.28% 37,635 11,807 –
37,635 11,807 56,834
TOTAL 1,023,375 666,704 435,951
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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Revenue
Consolidated revenue consisted of the following:
Year ended 31 December 2018/17

2018 2017 % change
USD Million USD Million
Hotel Properties
Revenue from rooms 1,143.3 1,042.5 9.7%
Food and beverage sales 941.3 861.1 9.3%
Rendering of ancillary services 122.3 114.4 6.9%
Sub-total of hotel ownership 2,206.9 2,018.0 9.4%
Hotel Management and Related Services
Gross revenue (including revenue earned
from subsidiaries) 229.9 159.7 44.0%
Less: Inter-segment revenue elimination
with subsidiaries (129.8) (94.4) –37.5%
Net amount after elimination 100.1 65.3 53.3%
Investment Properties 82.6 73.0 13.2%
Property Development for Sale 127.7 33.5 281.2%
Other Business 0.6 – N/A
Consolidated Revenue 2,517.9 2,189.8 15.0%
Consolidated revenue was USD2,517.9 million for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of 15.0% (or
USD328.1 million), compared to USD2,189.8 million for the year ended 31 December 2017. The increase was
mainly driven by:
– USD67.2 million of carry-over impact of opening of new hotels in 2017.
– USD27.0 million from Shangri La Hotel, Singapore’s improvement after major renovations in 2017.
– USD22.3 million from a favourable foreign exchange rate from hotel properties operations.
– USD35.6 million (after inter-segment elimination) from change of accounting standards HKFRS 15 in
treatment of revenue from contracts with customers.
– A net increase of USD94.2 million in property development for sale mainly driven by recognition of revenue
from the sale of residences in Shangri-La’s One Galle Face development in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
– Offset by a decrease of USD13.0 million due to temporary closure of Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa (The
Philippines), due to the government’s order to completely close down the Boracay Island for six months
commencing 26 April 2018 for environmental rehabilitation.
– With the remaining increase of USD94.8 million driven by the general improvement in operations in hotel
and investment properties.
(i) Hotel Properties

At 31 December 2018, the Group had equity interest in 79 operating hotels (including the Portman Ritz-Carlton
Hotel, Shanghai) (2017: 80) and 3 hotels under operating lease (2017: 3), representing a room inventory of 35,834
(2017: 36,056) across Asia Pacific, Europe and Africa.
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In December 2018, the Group completed the disposal of the Hotel Jen Brisbane in Australia as requested by the
local government authority to take the underlying land on which the hotel was built for redevelopment.
Details of these 82 hotels are as follows:
Group’s equity Available

interest rooms
(A) Hotels owned by the Group
Hong Kong
Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong 100% 682
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong 80% 565
Hotel Jen Hong Kong 30% 283
Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong 100% 546
Mainland China
Shangri-La Hotel, Beijing 38% 670
China World Hotel, Beijing 50% 584
China World Summit Wing, Beijing 40.32% 278
Hotel Jen Beijing 40.32% 450
Kerry Hotel, Beijing 23.75% 486
Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai 100% 946
Jing An Shangri-La, West Shanghai 49% 508
Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai 23.2% 574
Portman Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Shanghai 30% 593
Shangri-La Hotel, Shenzhen 72% 522
Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen 100% 528
Shangri-La Hotel, Xian 100% 393
Shangri-La Hotel, Hangzhou 45% 380
Shangri-La Hotel, Beihai 100% 362
Shangri-La Hotel, Changchun 100% 382
Hotel Jen Shenyang 100% 407
Shangri-La Hotel, Shenyang 25% 383
Shangri-La Hotel, Qingdao 100% 702
Shangri-La Hotel, Dalian 100% 560
Shangri-La Hotel, Wuhan 92% 442
Shangri-La Hotel, Harbin 100% 403
Shangri-La Hotel, Fuzhou 100% 414
Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou 80% 690
Shangri-La Hotel, Chengdu 80% 593
Shangri-La Hotel, Wenzhou 75% 409
Shangri-La Hotel, Ningbo 95% 562
Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin 100% 439
Shangri-La Hotel, Baotou 100% 360
Shangri-La Hotel, Huhhot 100% 365
Shangri-La Hotel, Manzhouli 100% 235
Shangri-La Hotel, Yangzhou 100% 360
Shangri-La Hotel, Qufu 100% 322

Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa 100% 289
Shangri-La’s Sanya Resort & Spa, Hainan 100% 496
Shangri-La Hotel, Nanjing 55% 450
Shangri-La Hotel, Qinhuangdao 100% 328
Shangri-La Hotel, Hefei 100% 400
Shangri-La Resort, Shangri-La 100% 228
Shangri-La Hotel, Tianjin 20% 304
Shangri-La Hotel, Nanchang 20% 473
Shangri-La Hotel, Tangshan 35% 301
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Group’s equity Available

interest rooms
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou 25% 414
Songbei Shangri-La, Harbin 100% 344
Shangri-La Hotel, Xiamen 100% 325
Shangri-La Hotel, Jinan 45% 364
Singapore
Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore 100% 792
Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa, Singapore 100% 454
Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore 44.6% 565
Malaysia
Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur 52.78% 655
Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang 52.78% 303
Golden Sands Resort, Penang 52.78% 387
Hotel Jen Penang 31.67% 443
Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort & Spa, Kota Kinabalu 64.59% 499
Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa, Kota Kinabalu 40% 492
The Philippines
Makati Shangri-La, Manila 100% 696
Edsa Shangri-La, Manila 100% 630
Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa, Cebu 93.95% 530
Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa 100% 219
Shangri-La at the Fort, Manila 40% 576
Thailand
Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok 73.61% 802
Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai 73.61% 277
Australia
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney 100% 565
Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns 100% 255
France
Shangri-La Hotel, Paris 100% 100
Maldives
Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives 70% 132
Hotel Jen Malé, Maldives 100% 114
Other areas
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey 50% 186
Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort & Spa, Yanuca, Fiji 71.64% 442
Sule Shangri-La, Yangon, Myanmar 59.16% 474
Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia 25% 619
Shangri-La Hotel, Surabaya, Indonesia 11.34% 365
Shangri-La Hotel, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia 51% 290
Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius 26% 203
Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa, Sri Lanka 90% 274
Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka 90% 500
Total of 79 owned hotels 34,933
(B) Hotels under operating lease agreements
Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo, Japan 200
Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London, United Kingdom 202
Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore 499
Total of 3 leased hotels 901
Grand total 35,834
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Revenue from our consolidated hotel properties for the year ended 31 December 2018 was USD2,206.9 million, an
increase of 9.4% (or USD188.9 million), compared to USD2,018.0 million for the year ended 31 December 2017.

2018 2017 % change
The People’s Republic of China
Hong Kong 370.1 312.5 18.4%
Mainland China 842.1 794.9 6.0%
Singapore 237.0 184.6 28.4%
Malaysia 129.3 121.3 6.6%
The Philippines 171.7 184.9 –7.1%
Japan 67.2 63.7 5.5%
Thailand 78.2 70.1 11.6%
France 50.1 42.6 17.6%
Australia 92.2 101.9 –9.5%
United Kingdom 50.7 47.4 7.0%
Mongolia 15.2 13.4 13.4%
Sri Lanka 40.2 12.6 219.0%
Other countries 62.9 68.1 –7.6%
Consolidated revenue from Hotel Properties business 2,206.9 2,018.0 9.4%
In 2018, revenue from our consolidated hotel properties was driven by a number of factors, including:
– New hotel openings in 2017, including Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong (Hong Kong), Songbei Shangri-La, Harbin
(Mainland China), Shangri-La Hotel, Xiamen (Mainland China), and Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo (Sri Lanka).
– Improvement in hotel performances after major renovation of Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore was completed in
May 2017.
– Favourable foreign exchange rates.
– General improvement in hotel operations environment on a like-for-like basis.
– Offset by temporary closure of Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa (The Philippines), due to the
government’s order to completely close down the Boracay Island for six months commencing 26 April 2018
for environmental rehabilitation.
Please refer to table below for their respective impact on our revenue growth in 2018:
USD Million % growth

Consolidated hotel properties revenue growth 188.9 9.4%
Carry-over impact from new hotels opened in 2017 (67.2) (3.3%)
Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore renovations (27.0) (1.3%)
Foreign exchange effects (22.3) (1.1%)

Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa 6 months’ closure 13.0 0.6%
Consolidated hotel properties revenue like-for-like growth 85.4 4.2%
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The key performance indicators of the Group-owned hotels (including hotels under lease) on an unconsolidated
basis (including both subsidiaries and associates) for the years ended 31 December 2018 and 2017 are as follows:
2018 Weighted Average 2017 Weighted Average

Country Occupancy Room Rate RevPAR Occupancy Room Rate RevPAR
(%) (USD) (USD) (%) (USD) (USD)
Hong Kong 84 295 249 77 290 222
Mainland China 67 126 85 67 123 82
Tier 1 Cities 79 173 137 77 168 130
Tier 2 Cities 67 100 67 66 98 64
Tier 3+4 cities 52 92 48 54 89 48
Singapore 80 220 175 68 208 142
Malaysia 75 139 104 73 127 93
The Philippines 67 182 121 67 183 123
Japan 86 586 502 87 538 466
Thailand 71 163 116 69 152 105
France 63 1,293 816 58 1,139 663
Australia 79 227 180 91 220 199
United Kingdom 79 548 435 79 517 407
Mongolia 30 219 66 24 231 54
Sri Lanka 42 161 68 39 145 56
Other countries 52 193 100 54 186 99
Weighted Average 68 169 115 67 162 109
Note: Performance indicators in respect of hotels in Mainland China excludes the Portman Ritz-Carlton Hotel.
The weighted average occupancy of our hotels was 68% for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of
one percentage point, compared to 67% for the year ended 31 December 2017. The Room Yields (“RevPAR”) was
USD115 for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of 6%, compared to USD109 for the year ended 31
December 2017.
Below are comments on hotel performances on selected geographies that witnessed significant events:

Hong Kong
For Hong Kong, the occupancy was 84% for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of seven percentage
points, compared to 77% for the year ended 31 December 2017. The RevPAR was USD249 for the year ended 31
December 2018, an increase of 12%, compared to USD222 for the year ended 31 December 2017. During the year,
the hotels benefited from a 4.9% increase in overall overnight visitors to Hong Kong (i.e. visitors stayed in Hong
Kong for at least one night), mainly driven by a 7.4% increase in overnight visitor arrivals from Mainland China. We
also saw a healthy ramp up of Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong, which opened in April 2017. Total revenue from Hong Kong
hotel properties for the year ended 31 December 2018 increased by 18.4% to USD370.1 million.
Mainland China
The Group had equity interest in 45 operating hotels in Mainland China as at 31 December 2018.
For Mainland China, the occupancy was 67% for the year ended 31 December 2018, largely flat, compared to 67%
for the year ended 31 December 2017. The RevPAR was USD85 for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase
of 4%, compared to USD82 for the year ended 31 December 2017. The Mainland China hotel market remained
largely stable in the year; we continued to see demand growth outstripping that of supply in Tier 1 and 2 cities,
where approximately 75% of the Group’s inventory is based. The performance in the year was also helped by the
opening of Shangri-La Hotel, Jinan; Hotel Jen Beijing; Shangri-La Hotel, Xiamen and Songbei Shangri-La, Harbin.
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Below is the performance of our hotels in different tiered cities;
• In Tier 1 cities, the occupancy was 79% for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of two
percentage points, compared to 77% for the year ended 31 December 2017. The RevPAR was USD137 for the
year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of 5%, compared to USD130 for the year ended 31 December
2017. If adjusted for the exchange rate impact, the RevPAR would have been USD135 for the year ended 31
December 2018, an increase of 4%, compared to USD130 for the year ended 31 December 2017.
• In Tier 2 cities, the occupancy was 67% for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of one
percentage point, compared to 66% for the year ended 31 December 2017. The RevPAR was USD67 for the
year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of 4%, compared to USD64 for the year ended 31 December
• In Tier 3 and Tier 4 cities, the occupancy was 52% for the year ended 31 December 2018, a decrease of two
percentage points, compared to 54% for the year ended 31 December 2017. The RevPAR was USD48 for
the year ended 31 December 2018, largely unchanged compared to USD48 for the year ended 31 December
December 2018, a decrease of 1%, compared to USD48 for the year ended 31 December 2017.
Total revenue from Mainland China hotel properties for the year ended 31 December 2018 increased by 6.0% to
USD842.1 million.
Singapore
For Singapore, the occupancy was 80% for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of 12 percentage
December 2018, an increase of 24%, compared to USD142 for the year ended 31 December 2017. This was largely
driven by the successful re-opening of Tower Wing at our flagship Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore, following a major
eight-month renovation in 2017. Total revenue from Singapore hotel properties for the year ended 31 December
2018 increased by 28.4% to USD237.0 million.
The Philippines
For The Philippines, the occupancy was 67% for the year ended 31 December 2018, largely unchanged when
compared to 67% for the year ended 31 December 2017. The RevPAR was USD121 for the year ended 31 December
2018, a decrease of 2%, compared to USD123 for the year ended 31 December 2017. Performance of our resort
in Boracay was affected by the government’s order to completely close down the Boracay Island for six months
commencing 26 April 2018 for environmental rehabilitation. Total revenue from The Philippines hotel properties
for the year ended 31 December 2018 decreased by 7.1% to USD171.7 million.
Australia
For Australia, the occupancy was 79% for the year ended 31 December 2018, a decrease of 12 percentage points,
compared to 91% for the year ended 31 December 2017. The RevPAR was USD180 for the year ended 31 December
2018, a decrease of 10%, compared to USD199 for the year ended 31 December 2017. We witnessed a general
weakness across the country as the property market and PMI indicators showed softness during the year. The
decrease of our hotel performance was exacerbated by the adverse impact from the commencement of the phased
guestroom renovation of Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns, in April 2018. Total revenue from Australia hotel
properties for the year ended 31 December 2018 decreased by 9.5% to USD92.2 million.
Sri Lanka
For Sri-Lanka, the occupancy was 42% for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of three percentage
December 2018, an increase of 21%, compared to USD56 for the year ended 31 December 2017. The increase was
primarily attributable to the ramping up of Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo, which opened on 16 November 2017. Total
revenue from Sri-Lanka hotel properties for the year ended 31 December 2018 increased by 219.0% to USD40.2
million.
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(ii) Hotel Management & Related Services

As at 31 December 2018, the Group’s wholly owned subsidiary, SLIM International Limited and its subsidiaries
(“SLIM”) managed a total of 101 hotels and resorts:
– 78 Group-owned hotels (Portman Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Shanghai is the only exception)
– 3 hotels under lease agreements
– 20 hotels owned by third parties
The 20 operating hotels (6,474 available rooms) owned by third parties are located in the following destinations:
– Canada: Toronto and Vancouver
– The Philippines: Manila
– Oman: Muscat (2 hotels)
– Qatar: Doha
– UAE: Abu Dhabi (2 hotels) and Dubai
– Malaysia: Johor and Kuala Lumpur
– India: New Delhi and Bengaluru
– Taiwan: Taipei and Tainan
– Mainland China: Changzhou (2 hotels), Haikou, Suzhou and Yiwu
The key performance indicators of the operating hotels under third party management agreements:
2018 Weighted Average 2017 Weighted Average

Destinations Occupancy Room Rate RevPAR Occupancy Room Rate RevPAR
(%) (USD) (USD) (%) (USD) (USD)
Canada 74 339 250 75 326 245
The Philippines 56 68 38 61 68 41
Oman 61 294 178 64 242 154
Qatar 67 168 112 65 183 119
Malaysia 71 102 73 76 97 74
India 64 136 87 58 133 77
Taiwan 68 169 116 66 166 110
Mainland China 59 76 45 58 74 43
Weighted Average 64 148 94 64 145 92
For the year ended 31 December 2018, the overall weighted average occupancy of the hotels under third-party
hotel management agreements remained largely flat at 64%. The RevPAR was USD94 for the year ended 31
Gross revenues from SLIM was USD229.9 million for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of 44.0% (or
USD70.2 million) compared to USD159.7 million for the year ended 31 December 2017.
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After eliminating inter-segment revenue with subsidiaries, the net revenues from SLIM was USD100.1 million
for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of 53.3% (or USD34.8 million) compared to USD65.3 million
for the year ended 31 December 2017. The increase of revenue was mainly driven by changes of the accounting
standards HKFRS 15 in treatment of revenue from contracts with customers. This included a recognition of
USD34.3 million in Golden Circle fees and USD5.2 million from the Brand Fund for the year ended 31 December
2018, compared to USD3.9 million and nil, respectively, for the year ended 31 December 2017.
During the year, SLIM signed a new management agreement with a third party for the management and operation
of a hotel under development in Manama (Bahrain). As at 31 December 2018, SLIM had management agreements
on hand for nine new hotel projects which were owned by third parties.
(iii) Investment Properties

Consolidated revenue from our investment properties for the year ended 31 December 2018 stood at USD82.6
million, an increase of 13.2% (or USD9.6 million), compared to USD73.0 million for the year ended 31 December
2017.

2018 2017 % change
Singapore 13.6 13.3 2.3%
Malaysia 6.2 5.9 5.1%
Mongolia 16.8 12.4 35.5%
Other countries 25.8 24.3 6.2%
Consolidated revenue from Investment Properties business 82.6 73.0 13.2%
In 2018, we saw growth in revenues across our subsidiary investment properties, mainly driven by an improvement
in occupancies.
Comments on subsidiary investment properties by geography:
Mainland China
Revenue generated from our investment properties in Mainland China for the year ended 31 December 2018
increased by 18.1% to USD20.2 million. This was mainly driven by the opening of Phase II of Shangri-La
Residences, Dalian, which brought the average number of serviced apartments available for Shangri-La Residences,
Dalian to 341 for the year ended 31 December 2018 from 213 for the year ended 31 December 2017. We also saw
improvement in occupancy rates of our offices in Shangri-La Centre, Qingdao and Shangri-La Centre, Chengdu.
Singapore
Revenue generated from our serviced apartments in Singapore for the year ended 31 December 2018 increased by
2.3% to USD13.6 million. This was mainly driven by an improvement in occupancy rates for Shangri-La Apartments
and Shangri-La Residences.
Malaysia
Revenue generated from our subsidiary investment properties in Malaysia for the year ended 31 December 2018
increased by 5.1% to USD6.2 million. This was mainly driven by the improvement in occupancy rates for our
commercial spaces at UBN Tower.
Mongolia
Revenue generated from our subsidiary investment properties in Mongolia for the year ended 31 December
2018 increased by 35.5% to USD16.8 million. This was mainly driven by the ramping up of Shangri-La Centre,
Ulaanbaatar, which opened for business in July 2016.
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Other countries
Revenue generated from our subsidiary investment properties in other countries for the year ended 31 December
2018 increased by 6.2% to USD25.8 million. This was mainly driven by an improvement of occupancy of offices
in Sule Square, Yangon (Myanmar), where a multinational telecom company took up three floor spaces as at Q4
2018.
(iv) Property Development for Sale

Property development for sale by subsidiaries for the year ended 31 December 2018 were USD127.7 million, an
increase of 281.2%, compared to USD33.5 million for the year ended 31 December 2017. During the year we began
recognising sales of residential units of One Galle Face, Colombo (Sri Lanka), as well as continued recognition of
sales of residential units of the Yangzhou Lakeview Residence and residential tower of the Shangri-La Hotel, Dalian
Phase II project (Yavis), both in Mainland China.
All the remaining residential units of Yangzhou Lakeview Residence were sold in 2017 and the last unit was handed
over to the buyer in early 2018. In 2018, 14 units of Yavis were sold and a total 13 units (including 3 units sold
in 2017) have been handed over to the buyers. 4 sold units will be handed over to the buyers in 2019. As at 31
December 2018, Yavis had a remaining inventory of 83 units.
One Galle Face, Colombo (Sri Lanka) comprises 390 apartments (372 for sale and 18 for rental purpose) with total
gross floor area of approximately 93,500 sqm. At 31 December 2018, an accumulated total of 282 apartments
(76% of total) have been sold of which 111 sold apartments (39% of sold) have been handed over to the buyers
and recognised as revenue.
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EBITDA and Aggregate Effective Share of EBITDA
The following table summarises information related to the EBITDA of the Company and its subsidiaries and the
aggregate effective share of EBITDA of the Company, subsidiaries and associates by geographical areas and by
business segments:
Effective share Effective share Aggregate

EBITDA of of EBITDA of of EBITDA of Effective share of
subsidiaries subsidiaries associates EBITDA
(USD million) 2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017
Hotel Properties Hong Kong 120.0 102.5 109.0 91.5 1.5 1.1 110.5 92.6
Mainland China 232.6 217.7 213.6 199.7 66.7 62.3 280.3 262.0
Singapore 67.1 38.9 67.1 38.9 6.1 6.0 73.2 44.9
Malaysia 39.0 40.2 22.1 22.7 7.9 6.2 30.0 28.9
The Philippines 47.3 52.6 46.0 51.5 9.3 7.1 55.3 58.6
Japan 4.6 1.9 4.6 1.9 – – 4.6 1.9
Thailand 31.3 27.8 23.1 20.5 – – 23.1 20.5
France 2.4 0.4 2.4 0.4 – – 2.4 0.4
Australia 16.6 24.1 16.6 24.1 – – 16.6 24.1
United Kingdom (6.3) (4.9) (6.3) (4.9) – – (6.3) (4.9)
Mongolia 3.0 (3.3) 1.6 (1.7) – – 1.6 (1.7)
Sri Lanka 7.0 (3.1) 6.3 (2.8) – – 6.3 (2.8)
Other countries (0.7) 5.4 (0.8) 3.2 7.5 6.9 6.7 10.1
563.9 500.2 505.3 445.0 99.0 89.6 604.3 534.6
Hotel Management and Related Services 21.4 46.5 21.4 46.5 – – 21.4 46.5
Sub-total Hotel Operations 585.3 546.7 526.7 491.5 99.0 89.6 625.7 581.1
Investment
Properties Mainland China 8.9 7.5 8.1 6.9 213.9 192.3 222.0 199.2
Singapore 6.7 4.9 6.7 4.9 4.7 4.7 11.4 9.6
Malaysia 4.1 3.9 2.1 2.0 – – 2.1 2.0
Mongolia 7.8 3.2 4.0 1.7 – – 4.0 1.7
Other countries 11.9 11.5 7.0 6.6 – – 7.0 6.6
Sub-total Investment Properties 39.4 31.0 27.9 22.1 218.6 197.0 246.5 219.1
Property Development for Sale
& Other Business 69.3 (0.6) 62.4 (0.6) 37.0 41.1 99.4 40.5
Sub-total 694.0 577.1 617.0 513.0 354.6 327.7 971.6 840.7
Corporate and pre-opening expenses (29.5) (41.2) (29.7) (40.6) (1.0) (5.4) (30.7) (46.0)
Grand total 664.5 535.9 587.3 472.4 353.6 322.3 940.9 794.7
Aggregate effective share of EBITDA was USD940.9 million for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of
18.4% (or USD146.2 million), compared to USD794.7 million for the year ended 31 December 2017. Commentaries
of results by business segments are as follows:
Hotel Properties
Effective share of EBITDA from Hotel Properties business for the year ended 31 December 2018 was USD604.3
million, an increase of 13.0% (or USD69.7 million), compared to USD534.6 million for the year ended 31 December
2017. This was primarily driven by the continued strength in our key geographies such as Mainland China and
Hong Kong. We were also affected by various one-off factors such as new openings, effects due to renovations and
temporary closures, as highlighted in more detail in our revenue discussion of our Hotel Properties business.
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SLIM effective share of EBITDA for the year ended 31 December 2018 was USD21.4 million, a decrease of 54.0%
(or USD25.1 million), compared to USD46.5 million for the year ended 31 December 2017. The decrease was
mainly due to:
i) USD10.0 million of expenses recognised in 2018 as a result of an increase in contract liability due to an
upward revaluation of our loyalty points, arising from an upgrade of reward benefits which encourages
better use and redemption of points
ii) USD3.9 million driven by the difference of the breakage of our loyalty points between 2017 and 2018
iii) Increase in other expenses, mainly due to recruitment of additional executives and staff for future business
development.
Investment Properties
Effective share of EBITDA from Investment Properties business for the year ended 31 December 2018 was
USD246.5 million, an increase of 12.5% (or USD27.4 million), compared to USD219.1 million for the year ended 31
December 2017. We saw growth across our major subsidiary investment properties during the year, as highlighted
in our revenue discussion of Investment Properties business. Effective share of EBITDA from our subsidiary
investment properties increased by 26.2% to USD27.9 million.
Aside from our subsidiary investment properties, we also saw strong growth in effective share of EBITDA from
our associated investment properties, growing 11.0% to USD218.6 million. The growth was primarily driven by the
ramp up of China World Trade Center Phase IIIB’s commercial properties and offices.
Property Development for Sale & Other Business

Property development for sale & other business effective share of EBITDA for the year ended 31 December 2018
was USD99.4 million, an increase of 145.4% (or USD58.9 million), compared to USD40.5 million for the year
ended 31 December 2017. The increase was mainly driven by the completion and partial handing over of residential
units at Shangri-La’s One Galle Face development in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Corporate and Pre-opening Expenses

Corporate and pre-opening expenses that offset the Group’s effective share of EBITDA for the year ended 31
December 2018 were USD30.7 million, a decrease of 33.3% (or USD15.3 million), compared to USD46.0 million
for the year ended 31 December 2017. The decrease in expenses was mainly driven by no new openings in 2018,
compared to the six owned hotels that opened in 2017.
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Consolidated Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company
The following table summarises information related to the consolidated profit attributable to owners of the
Company before and after non-operating items by geographical areas and by business segments:

2018 2017 % change
USD Mil USD Mil
Hotel Properties Hong Kong 58.7 55.0 6.7%
Singapore 35.3 16.3 116.6%
Malaysia 17.1 13.9 23.0%
The Philippines 9.6 7.2 33.3%
Japan 3.5 1.5 133.3%
Thailand 14.2 10.7 32.7%
France (13.4) (16.1) 16.8%
Australia 0.6 4.3 -86.0%
United Kingdom (16.0) (15.2) -5.3%
Mongolia (7.7) (4.5) -71.1%
Sri Lanka (18.8) (12.0) -56.7%
Other countries (13.1) (9.7) -35.1%
89.9 68.5 31.2%
Hotel Management and Related Services 8.4 32.7 -74.3%
Sub-total Hotel Operations 98.3 101.2 -2.9%
Investment Properties Mainland China 142.9 125.8 13.6%
Singapore 9.1 8.0 13.8%
Malaysia 1.7 1.5 13.3%
Mongolia (3.2) (2.5) –28.0%
Other countries 3.7 3.9 –5.1%
Sub-total Investment Properties 154.2 136.7 12.8%
Property Development for Sale & Other Business 84.0 30.9 171.8%
Consolidated profit from operating properties 336.5 268.8 25.2%
Net corporate finance costs (including foreign exchange
gains and losses) (104.2) (77.5) –34.5%
Land cost amortisation & pre-opening expenses for
projects & corporate expenses (35.0) (50.6) 30.8%
Consolidated profit attributable to owners of the Company
before non-operating items 197.3 140.7 40.2%
Non-operating items (4.4) 17.3 N/M
Consolidated profit attributable to owners of the Company
after non-operating items 192.9 158.0 22.1%
Consolidated profit attributable to owners of the Company after non-operating items was USD192.9 million for the
year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of 22.1% (or USD34.9 million), compared to USD158.0 million for the
year ended 31 December 2017. Commentaries of results by business segments are as follows:
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Hotel Properties
Hotel properties profit for the year ended 31 December 2018 was USD89.9 million, an increase of 31.2% (or
USD21.4 million), compared to USD68.5 million for the year ended 31 December 2017. The increase was primarily
driven by the continued strength in our key geographies such as Mainland China and Hong Kong. We were also
affected by various one-off factors such as new openings, effects due to renovations and temporary closures, as
highlighted in more detail in our revenue discussion of our Hotel Properties business.

SLIM profit for the year ended 31 December 2018 was USD8.4 million, a decrease of 74.3% (or USD24.3 million),
compared to USD32.7 million for the year ended 31 December 2017. The reasons for the decrease were highlighted
in our EBITDA discussion of our Hotel Management and Related Services business.
Investment Properties
Investment Properties profit was USD154.2 million for the year ended 31 December 2018, an increase of 12.8% (or
USD17.5 million), compared to USD136.7 million for the year ended 31 December 2017. The growth was primarily
driven by our investment properties in Mainland China, as discussed in previous sections.
Property Development for Sale & Other Business

Property Development for Sale & Other Business profit for the year ended 31 December 2018 was USD84.0
million, an increase of 171.8% (or USD53.1 million), compared to USD30.9 million for the year ended 31
December 2017. The increase was mainly driven by the completion and partial handing over of residential units at
Shangri-La’s One Galle Face development in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Others
Non-operating items for the year ended 31 December 2018 totalled a net charge of USD4.4 million compared to a
net credit of USD17.3 million for the year ended 31 December 2017. Major components included:
i) Effective share of net fair value gains on investment properties was USD111.1 million for the year ended 31
December 2018, primarily attributable to:
– Fair value gains for the investment properties in Mainland China of USD121.7 million as a result of the
general increase in rental rates, as well as the opening of Phase IIIB and a new wing of China World
Trade Center, and Jinan Enterprise Square
– Fair value losses of Shangri-La Centre, Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia) of USD3.4 million (a valuation loss of
USD15.2 million was reported for the year ended 31 December 2017)
ii) Impairment losses for hotels Shangri-La Hotel, At the Shard, London, Shangri-La Resort, Shangri-La and
Shangri-La Hotel, Ulaanbaatar totalled USD112.9 million for the year ended 31 December 2018 compared to
nil balance for the year ended 31 December 2017
iii) Net fair value losses on financial assets of USD3.5 million for the year ended 31 December 2018 compared
to gains of USD8.6 million for the year ended 31 December 2017
iv) A gain of USD2.9 million on the disposal of Hotel Jen Brisbane (Australia) recognised for the year ended 31
December 2018 compared to a total gain of USD14.9 million on the disposal of interests in a subsidiary and
an associate for the year ended 31 December 2017
Details of all the non-operating items are disclosed in the segment profit or loss of Note 5 to the consolidated
financial statements included in this Annual Report.
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CORPORATE DEBT AND FINANCIAL CONDITIONS
In 2018, we have improved our capital structure:
– Our net debt to EBITDA ratio was 6.1x as at 31 December 2018, in improvement of 1.9x, compared to 8.0x as
at 31 December 2017. The improvement was mainly driven by the growth of EBITDA in 2018.
– Our effective net debt to effective share of EBITDA ratio was 4.2x as at 31 December 2018, an improvement
of 1.3x, compared to 5.5x as at 31 December 2017. The improvement was mainly driven by the growth of
effective share of EBITDA in 2018.
– Our EBITDA over interest expense ratio was 3.7x as at 31 December 2018, an improvement of 0.1x,
compared to 3.6x as at 31 December 2017. The improvement was mainly driven by the growth of EBITDA in
2018.
The Group’s net borrowings (total bank loans and fixed rate bonds less cash and bank balances and short-term
fund placements) to total equity ratio, i.e. the gearing ratio, increased to 61.0% as at 31 December 2018 from
60.5% as at 31 December 2017. The increase was mainly driven by the decrease of total equity due to the
devaluation of RMB against the USD in the second half of the year.
At the corporate level, in 2018 the Group executed two five-year unsecured corporate loan agreements totalling an
equivalent of USD279.0 million for refinancing maturing loans.
In November 2018, the Group issued the following seven-year fixed rate bonds in order to reduce the refinancing
cycle of its bank borrowings and to hedge its medium term borrowing interest rate:
– Principal amount of SGD825.0 million (approximately USD605.4 million) at 4.50% per annum
– Principal amount of USD35.0 million at 5.23% per annum
At the subsidiary level, the Group also executed the following bank loan agreements in 2018 for refinancing
maturing loans as well as securing funding for project financing:
– Three three-year local bank loan agreements amounting to RMB620 million and USD70 million totalling an
equivalent of USD160.3 million;
– One five-year bank loan agreement of USD300.0 million;
– One ten-year bank loan agreement of Fiji dollar 25.0 million (approximately USD11.7 million).
The Group has not encountered any difficulty when drawing loans from committed banking facilities. None of the
banking facilities were cancelled by the banks during or after the close of the 2018 financial year.
The Group has satisfactorily complied with all covenants under its borrowing agreements.
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The analysis of borrowings outstanding as at 31 December 2018 is as follows:
Maturities of Borrowings Contracted

as at 31 December 2018
Repayment
In the
Within In the 3rd to After
(USD million) 1 year 2nd year 5th year 5 years Total
Borrowings
Corporate borrowings
– unsecured bank loans – 720.1 2,271.4 – 2,991.5
– fixed rate bonds – – – 636.9 636.9
Bank loans of subsidiaries
– secured 91.0 7.2 10.8 – 109.0
– unsecured 340.2 329.2 658.6 69.4 1,397.4
Total outstanding balance 431.2 1,056.5 2,940.8 706.3 5,134.8

% of total outstanding balance 8.4% 20.6% 57.3% 13.7% 100.0%
Undrawn but committed facilities

Bank loans and overdrafts 21.8 318.3 590.4 38.8 969.3
The currency mix of borrowings and cash and bank balances as at 31 December 2018 is as follows:
Cash and
(USD million) Borrowings Bank Balances
(Note)
In United States dollars 2,218.8 189.2
In Hong Kong dollars 1,513.3 97.4
In Singapore dollars 602.3 100.1
In Renminbi 442.8 401.3
In Euros 225.3 4.4
In Australian dollars 83.8 44.6
In Japanese yen 45.6 7.5
In Fiji dollars 2.9 1.0
In Philippines pesos – 14.6
In Thai baht – 109.7
In Malaysian ringgit – 57.8
In British pounds – 3.1
In Mongolian tugrik – 1.3
In Sri Lankan rupee – 25.2
In Myanmar kyat – 1.6
In Maldivian rufiyaa – 0.3
In other currencies – 0.3
5,134.8 1,059.4
Note: Cash and bank balances as stated included short-term fund placements in Malaysian ringgit amounted to USD49.7 million.
Except for the fixed rate bonds and bank loans in Renminbi, which carry interest at rates specified by the People’s
Bank of China from time to time, all borrowings are generally at floating interest rates.
Details of financial guarantees, contingencies and charges over assets as at 31 December 2018 are disclosed in
Note 38 to the consolidated financial statements included in this Annual Report.
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TREASURY POLICIES
The Group’s treasury policies are aimed at minimising interest and currency risks. The Group assesses the market
environment and its financial position and adjusts its tactics from time to time.
(A) Minimising Interest Risks

The majority of the Group’s borrowings are in US dollars and arranged at the corporate level. Anticipating the
onset of an increasing interest rate cycle, the Group has closely monitored the cash flow forecasts of all its
subsidiaries and arranged to transfer any surplus cash to the corporate to reduce corporate debts. In order to
minimise the overall interest cost, the Group also arranged intra-group loans to utilise the surplus cash of certain
subsidiaries to meet the funding requirements of other group companies. The Group reviews the intra-group loan
arrangements from time to time in response to changes in currency exchange rates and bank loan interest rates.
The Group has endeavoured to hedge its medium term interest rate risks by entering into interest-rate swap
contracts. In November 2018, the Group executed a new USD260.0 million LIBOR five-year term interest-rate
swap contract at a fixed rate of 3.045% per annum in order to hedge a newly signed floating rate bank loan
executed by a subsidiary.
As at 31 December 2018, the outstanding LIBOR interest-rate swap contracts are USD860 million at fixed rates
ranging between 1.825% and 3.045% per annum maturing during April 2022 to November 2023.
Taking into account the interest-rate swap contracts, the fixed rate bonds and the Renminbi bank loans, the Group
has fixed its interest liability on 38% of its outstanding borrowings as at 31 December 2018, compared to 28% as
at 31 December 2017.
All these interest-rate swap contracts qualify for hedge accounting.
(B) Minimising Currency Risks

The Group aims to use bank borrowings in local currency to finance the capital expenditure and operational
funding requirements of the properties and/or development projects in the corresponding country to achieve
natural hedging of its assets. In 2018, the Group has arranged new local bank borrowings in Renminbi to refinance
bank borrowings in foreign currency in order to reduce exchange risk.
The Group has also executed a seven-year term cross currency swap contract between Singapore dollar and US
dollar in November 2018 in order to hedge the new seven-year USD35 million fixed rate bonds issued by a wholly
owned subsidiary:
– the Group pays fixed interest rate of 4.25% per annum and SGD48.4 million upon maturity
– the Group receives fixed interest rate of 5.23% per annum and USD35.0 million upon maturity
It is the Group’s practice, wherever and to the extent possible, to quote tariffs in the stronger currency and
maintain bank balances in that currency, if legally permitted.
INVESTMENT PROPERTIES VALUATION
Investment properties of subsidiaries and associates continue to be stated at fair value and are reviewed
semi-annually (including those properties being constructed for future use as investment properties for which
fair value becomes reliably determinable). The fair values of investment properties are based on opinions from
independent professional valuers as obtained by the Group and the relevant associates which own the investment
properties. All changes in the fair value of investment properties (including those under construction) are recorded
in the statement of profit or loss. For the year ended 31 December 2018, the Group recorded an overall effective
share of net fair value gains of USD111.1 million for its investment properties.
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The following table shows the fair value gains and losses of the investment properties held by the Group’s
subsidiaries and associates for the year ended 31 December 2018:
Subsidiaries Associates Total

Effective Effective Effective
(USD million) 100% Share 100% Share 100% Share
Gains/(Losses) (26.0) (15.1) 430.6 164.7 404.6 149.6
Deferred tax 3.4 2.2 (106.8) (40.7) (103.4) (38.5)
Net gains/(losses) (22.6) (12.9) 323.8 124.0 301.2 111.1
Investment properties are stated at professional valuations carried out by the following independent firms of
professional valuers engaged by the Group or the relevant associates as at 31 December 2018:
Crowe Horwath First Trust Appraisal Pte Ltd, Cushman & Wakefield : For properties in Mainland China
Limited and Savills Valuation and Professional Services Limited
Crowe Horwath First Trust Appraisal Pte Ltd : For properties in Mongolia
Colliers International Consultancy & Valuation (Singapore) Pte Ltd : For properties in Singapore
W. M. Malik & Kamaruzaman : For properties in Malaysia
Jones Lang LaSalle Advisory Services Pty Ltd : For properties in Australia
Knight Frank Chartered (Thailand) Company Limited : For properties in Myanmar
Sunil Fernando & Associates (Pvt) Ltd. : For properties in Sri Lanka
IMPAIRMENT PROVISION
The Group assesses the carrying value of a group-owned operating hotel when there is any indication that the
asset may be impaired. Indicative criteria include continuing adverse changes in the local market conditions in
which the hotel operates or will operate, or when the hotel continues to operate at a loss position and its financial
performance is worse than expected. Professional valuations have been carried out by independent professional
firms for those properties for which the internal assessment results need independent confirmation. Based on the
Group’s internal assessments and/or professional valuations at 31 December 2018, the Group provided a total of
USD112.9 million for three hotels which are owned/leased by subsidiaries (2017: nil).
FINANCIAL ASSETS – TRADING SECURITIES
At 31 December 2018, the market value of the Group’s investment portfolio was USD18.8 million, which mainly
included 4,483,451 ordinary shares in Kerry Properties Limited amounting to USD15.5 million, and 2,241,725
ordinary shares in Kerry Logistics Network Limited amounting to USD3.4 million. The Group recorded an
unrealised net fair value loss of USD4.7 million and dividend income of USD0.9 million during the year.
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DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES
Construction work on the following projects is on-going:
(A) Hotel Developments

Group’s
Equity Hotel Long Stay Projected
Interest Rooms Apartments Opening
Hotels in Mainland China
Shangri-La Hotel, Zhoushan 100% 204 – Q4 2019
Shangri-La Hotel, Putian 40% 253 4 2021
Traders Hotel, Kunming 45% 279 – 2021
Shangri-La Hotel, Kunming (part of
a composite development project
in Kunming City) 45% 81 – TBD*
Shangri-La Hotel, Zhengzhou 45% 211 – 2023
* TBD: To be determined
(B) Composite Developments and Investment Property Developments

Total gross floor area upon completion
(excluding hotel component)
Group’s (approximate in square metres)
Equity Scheduled
Interest Residential Office Commercial Completion
In Mainland China
Shenyang Kerry Centre – Phase II 25% 67,196 – 2,408 2019 onwards*
Phase II of Shangri-La Hotel,
Wuhan 92% – 42,953 340 2019
Kunming City Project 45% 21,141 – – 2021
Phase II of Shangri-La Hotel,
Fuzhou 100% – 35,112 46,977 2022
Shenyang Kerry Centre – Phase III 25% 308,113 85,201 65,501 2022 onwards*
Composite development
project in Zhengzhou 45% 94,222 58,946 3,993 2022 onwards*
In other countries
project in Colombo, Sri Lanka 90% – 59,866 79,518 2019
490,672 282,078 198,737
* Being developed in phases

The Group is currently reviewing the development plans of the following projects:
Hotel development
– Wolong Bay in Dalian, Mainland China (wholly owned by the Group)
– Rome, Italy (wholly owned by the Group)
– Lakeside Shangri-La, Yangon, Myanmar (55.86% equity interest owned by the Group)
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– Nanchang city project – Phase II, Mainland China (20% equity interest owned by the Group)
– Tianjin Kerry Centre – Phase II, Mainland China (20% equity interest owned by the Group)
– Accra, the Republic of Ghana (45% equity interest owned by the Group)
The Group continues to review its asset portfolio and may sell assets it considers non-core at an acceptable price
and introduce strategic investors for some of its operating assets/development projects. The Group adjusts its
development plans and investment strategy from time to time in response to changing market conditions and in
order to improve the financial position of the Group.
The estimated incremental funding required directly by subsidiaries and the Group’s share of the funding
obligations of associates for all projects and other renovations involving fund commitments as at 31 December
2018 is estimated at USD439.6 million, including USD202.8 million payable in the next 12 months which is
expected to be sourced from operating cashflow, available and new bank facilities and cash balances.
DISPOSAL OF A HOTEL
In November 2018, the Group entered into a resumption agreement with a local authority for it to take the land on
which the Hotel Jen Brisbane in Australia was built at a compensation amount of AUD44.4 million (approximately
USD31.3 million). The Group closed the hotel in December 2018 and the agreement was completed before the end
of the year. The Group recorded a gain of USD2.9 million from this transaction during the year.
MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS FOR HOTELS OWNED BY THIRD PARTIES
In 2018, SLIM signed a new management agreement with a third party for the management of a Shangri-La hotel in
Manama, Bahrain scheduled to open in 2022.
As at the date of this report, the Group has management agreements for 20 operating hotels owned by third
parties. In addition, the Group also has agreements on hand for the development of nine new hotels currently
under development and owned by third parties. The development projects are located in Nanning, Qiantan
and Suzhou (Mainland China); Kota Kinabalu (Malaysia), Bali (Indonesia), Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), Phnom Penh
(Cambodia), Melbourne (Australia) and Manama (Bahrain).
The Group continues to review proposals it receives for management opportunities and intends to secure
management agreements for third-party owned hotels that do not require capital commitment in locations/cities
which it considers to be of long-term strategic interest.
PROSPECTS
2018 started off strongly, carrying the momentum we saw at the end of 2017. Performance of our newly
opened hotels in 2017 and the re-opening of hotels after major renovations have tracked well according to our
expectations. The hotel markets in Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities of Mainland China, where a significant portion of the
Group’s inventory is located, continued to show signs where demand growth is outstripping that of supply. As a
result we were able to take the opportunity to improve the profitability of such hotels.
During the second half of 2018, we began witnessing headwinds caused by the depreciation of the Renminbi, as
well as a weakened market sentiment caused by uncertainties arising from the trade war between China and the
US. Although our businesses continued to show growth on a year-on-year basis, it was clear that such growth
was beginning to wane. Looking into 2019, we anticipate the global economic and political environment to remain
challenging. Risks to our businesses could arise from continued volatility in foreign exchange rates, impact from
events such as the escalation of SINO-US trade war, Brexit, general elections in countries where we operate in, to
name a few.
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However, we remain focused on our long term opportunities where we see structural growth from the rising
middle class consumers in Asia. Specifically, despite the headwinds, China’s GDP still grew a healthy 6.6% in
2018, exceeding the government’s target of 6.5%. Furthermore, the government expects domestic consumption to
remain the largest contributor to the country’s growth in 2019. As outbound and domestic tourism are part of this
consumption growth, our Group’s businesses will be well positioned to benefit from such developments.
We currently plan to open several new properties in our various businesses in the second half of 2019. For our
Hotel Properties business, we look forward to the opening of our hotel in Zhoushan (Mainland China). Our
Hotel Management Service should commence operations in Suzhou (Mainland China) and Bali (Indonesia). Our
Investment Properties business targets to complete the office of our composite sites in Wuhan (Mainland China),
as well as office and shopping mall in Colombo (Sri Lanka). Finally, we anticipate another positive contribution
from sales of residences in One Galle Face development in Colombo, Sri Lanka in the year as we continue to hand
over most of the remaining pre-sold units to buyers, amounting to approximately USD100 million of operating
profit.
HUMAN RESOURCES
As at 31 December 2018, the number of people employed by the Company and its subsidiaries was approximately
30,500. Salaries and benefits, including provident fund contributions, insurance and medical coverage, housing
and share option scheme, were maintained at competitive levels. Bonuses were awarded based on contract terms
and individual performance as well as the financial performance of business units. The Group introduced the
Balance Scorecard to measure the performance of business units in the areas of financial performance, guest
satisfaction, people development, corporate initiatives, community responsibility and compliance.
Details of the share option scheme and share award scheme adopted by the shareholders on 28 May 2012 are
provided in the section headed “Share Option Scheme” and “Share Award Scheme” of the Directors’ Report,
respectively. The Group has granted shares under the share award scheme in order to attract, retain and motivate
key talents to achieve long term growth and to align management with shareholders’ value creation. The details
of shares granted under the share award scheme in 2018 are provided in the Directors’ Report. The Group has not
granted any new share option under the share option scheme in 2018.
The Group’s total employee benefit expenses (excluding directors’ emoluments) amounted to USD812.7 million
(2017: USD723.2 million).
Average turnover remained at 25% and is consistent to reflect the challenges faced by the hospitality industry.
Much effort is focused on attracting, retaining, developing and engaging the young workforce.
The Group continues to focus on strengthening our talent bench strength and in building organisational
capabilities to drive business growth. We reviewed our leadership competency framework to sharpen the focus
on developing leaders who drive business performance and lead with a people-first mindset. Our leadership
development programmes were recalibrated in tandem with these revised leadership competencies. To accelerate
the development of leaders, we are also building on our digital learning platform and have repositioned and
rebranded Shangri-La Academy as a global initiative to drive all learnings across the Group, delivered using
innovative, experiential and blended approaches.
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Properties
Under
Development
One Galle Face, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Properties Under Development
(A) HOTELS OWNED AND MANAGED BY THE GROUP

Group’s equity Approximate Number of
interest as at Approximate total gross projected
Location Properties Year End total site area floor area rooms
(m2) (m2)
Hotels in Mainland China
1. Zhoushan, China Shangri-La Hotel 100% 28,541 85,623 204
2. Putian, China Shangri-La Hotel 40% 50,258 30,899 253
3 & 4. Kunming, China Shangri-La Hotel & Traders Hotel 45% N/A 43,540 360
(part of composite development)
5. Zhengzhou, China Shangri-La Hotel 45% N/A 38,234 211

(part of composite development)
Total 1,028
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Under Development
and Analysis
Number of Projected
apartments Stage of completion opening Address
Discussion
– Main building structure 2019 LKC 1-3 Block of Lincheng Street, Dinghai District, Zhoushan,
Properties
completed. Curtain Wall, Zhejiang Province, China
MEP & Architectural
substantially complete,
and Interior Design work in
progress.
4 Superstructure work in 2021 666 Jiuhua Road, Chengxiang District, Putian, Fujian Province, China
progress
– Piling work completed Traders 88-96 Dong Feng Road, Panlong District, Kunming, Yunnan Province,
and Earthwork and lateral Hotel: 2021 China
support work in progress Shangri-La
Hotel: to be
determined
– Excavation work in progress 2023 East of Huayuan Road, South of Weier Road, Zhengzhou, Henan
Province, China
4
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Properties Under Development
(B) OTHER PROPERTIES OWNED BY THE GROUP

Group’s equity Approximate
interest as at Approximate total gross
Location Properties/Purpose Year End total site area floor area
(m2) (m2)
In Mainland China
1. Shenyang, China Shenyang Kerry Centre 25% 81,032
– Residential 375,309
– Office 85,201
– Commercial 67,909
2. Wuhan, China Composite development 92% 3,667
– Office 42,953
– Commercial 340
3. Kunming, China Composite development 45% 15,446
4. Fuzhou, China Composite development 100% 17,315

– Office 35,115
5. Zhengzhou, China Composite development 45% 44,573
– Office 58,946
In other countries
1. Colombo, Sri Lanka Composite Development 90% 27,066
– Office 59,866
(C) PROPERTIES UNDER CONCEPT PLANNING

Group’s equity Approximate
interest as at Approximate total gross
Location Properties/Purpose Year End total site area floor area
(m2) (m2)
In Mainland China
1. Nanchang, China Composite Development 20% 6,568 60,009
(Phase II)
2. Dalian Wolong Bay, Hotel 100% 47,615 151,094
China
3. Tianjin, China Composite Development 20% 28,413 119,581
(Phase II)
In other countries
1. Accra, The Republic of Composite Development 45% 49,874 35,545
Ghana
2. Rome, Italy Hotel 100% 1,489 8,840
3. Yangon, Myanmar Hotel 55.86% 36,038 75,035
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Under Development
and Analysis
Stage of completion Projected opening Address
Discussion
Phase II: Interior decoration Phase II: In phases from Lot No. 2007-053, No. 8 Golden Corridor, 113 Qingnian Da Street,
Properties
work in progress 2019 onward Shenhe District, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China
Phase III: Excavation work in Phase III: In phases from
progress 2022 onward
Structure Top Off work in 2019 700 Jianshe Avenue, Jiangan, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China
progress
Piling work completed 2021 88-96 Dong Feng Road, Panlong District, Kunming, Yunnan Province,
and Earthwork and lateral China
support work in progress
Piling & Foundation work in 2022 9 Xinquan Nan Road, Fuzhou, Fujian Province, China
progress
Residential: Excavation work In phases from 2022 East of Huayuan Road, South of Weier Road, Zhengzhou, Henan
in progress onwards Province, China
MEP, Architectural & 2019 1 Galle Road, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Interior Decoration
substantially complete
Address
667 Cui Lin Road, Honggutan New District, Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, China
Development
Zhong Yang Chuang Zhi District, Xiao Yao Bay, Jin Zhou Xin District, Dalian, Liaoning Province, China
Junction of Liuwei Road and Liujin Road, Hedong District, Tianjin, China
Airport North on Spintex Road, City of Accra, The Republic of Ghana
Roma via Vittorio Veneto 90, 92, 94, 96, 98, 98A, 100, 102 and Roma via Lombardia 4, 6, 8, Rome, Italy
No. 150/150 (A), Kan Yeik Thar Road, Between Upper Pansodan Road and Thein Phyu Road, Mingalar Tuang Nyunt Township, Yangon,
Myanmar
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Responsible
Business
Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives
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Responsible Business
Group-wide commitment
to sustainability
At Shangri-La, we operate our business responsibly with the aim of improving people’s lives while
caring for the environment. In 2018, we introduced a Balance Scorecard to assess the performance
of our hotels across six dimensions – guest experience, people development, financial performance,
corporate initiatives, compliance and community engagement. This holistic evaluation forms the basis
of our performance incentive structure and is designed to reward and recognise our colleagues for
promoting sustainable development across the Group.
SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING
We report on the social and environmental impact of through Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), the global
Group-owned hotels, hotels under lease agreements, environmental disclosure system.
and hotels owned by third parties. Reflecting our
commitment to transparency and accountability, we In 2018, Shangri-La Asia Limited was listed on the
have prepared this report with reference to several GRI Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index and Dow
Standards1 published by the Global Reporting Initiative, Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index. We are also a
and we disclose our climate and water impact annually signatory to the UN Global Compact.
Scope of ESG disclosures

The scope of our ESG data for 2018 includes 102 properties2 that were in operation for at least one full calendar
year before 31 December 2018, including Group-owned hotels, hotels under lease agreements, and hotels owned
by third parties. Investment and development projects, property rentals and property sales, which are under the
management control of the Group, are not currently within the scope of our ESG disclosures.
HKEX ESG Content Index In 2018, the focus of our internal engagement was the
This report complies with applicable provisions set new Balance Scorecard (BSC). During the year, senior
out in The Hong Kong Exchange (HKEX) Main Board hotel and corporate office managers created actionable
Listing Rule 13.91 and ESG Reporting Guide. For strategies and targets for each dimension of the
direction to the location of all relevant disclosures, scorecard.
please refer to the HKEX ESG Content Index at the end
of this chapter. As a result, all hotels launched new Leadership
Competencies guidelines that align our expectations
Stakeholder Engagement And Materiality for effective behaviours of Shangri-La leaders across
the Group. We also rolled out enhanced Core Learning
We proactively engage our internal and external
programmes for all hotel employees focused on the
stakeholders to understand their needs and guide the
Group’s commitment on hotel security, Fire Life Safety,
sustainability focus of our work. For the purposes of
information security and the Shangri-La Food Safety
sustainability reporting, a comprehensive materiality
Management System.
assessment of our business was conducted in 2012
and updated in 2016. We plan to conduct another
materiality study in 2019-2020.
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The scope of ESG disclosures includes 101 operating hotels and the Aberdeen Marina Club, Hong Kong.
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PEOPLE
To ensure the long-term success of our business, Profile of our Employees
we must attract, retain and develop talented people In 2018, the number of people directly employed by
from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We strive Shangri-La was 44,418, including all employees of 102
to provide fair and inclusive workplaces where all properties within the scope of this report, together
colleagues are treated with courtesy and respect. with our head office Shangri-La International Hotel
Management Limited (SLIM) and our regional offices.
Full Time Employment3 Turnover of Full Time Permanent Employee 4

Percentage Turnover
Number rate3
of total
By Under 20 years 869 2% By Under 20 years 1%
Age Age
20-40 years 29,147 66% 20-40 years 21%
Group group
Over 40 years 14,402 32%
Over 40 years 4%
By Mainland China 20,729 47%
Region & Hong Kong By Mainland China & Hong Kong 16%
Region
Rest of 23,689 53% Rest of the world 10%
the world
By Male 18,828 42%
Gender
Female 25,590 58%
Employment Practices
We support and uphold human rights throughout our compensation, recruitment and promotion, working
business by ensuring that our operations and suppliers hours, rest periods, equal opportunity, diversity,
do not participate in any form of forced, coerced anti-discrimination, and other benefits and welfare),
or bonded labour, and that the legal minimum age providing a safe working environment or preventing
requirements for employment are strictly observed child and forced labour. We are also not aware of
in every jurisdiction where we operate. Our hotels any breach of laws and regulations regarding bribery,
do not provide work to any person below 16 years of extortion, fraud and money laundering. Furthermore,
age, including suppliers of goods and services, unless there were no legal cases regarding corrupt practices
he or she is participating in a recognised professional brought against SLIM or its employees during the
apprenticeship programme. reporting period.
Ethical Conduct Diversity & Inclusion

Our Code of Conduct and Ethics sets out the core We embrace diversity in our workplace, while striving
values— humility, courtesy, sincerity, respect and to eliminate all forms of discrimination based on
helpfulness—and high standards of behaviour that we gender, race, religion, disability, marital status, sexual
expect every employee to uphold. Our colleagues have orientation, family status or any other personal
a duty of care to report any violations of our Code of characteristics as prohibited by local laws. We do not
Conduct and Ethics. We have a whistleblowing and condone any form of harassment or behaviour that
whistle-blower protection policy in place to support may embarrass or cause our colleagues or guests to
anyone who wishes to come forward with a query or feel uncomfortable. Our hotels are strongly encouraged
complaint. to employ people from their local communities, and
in particular to provide opportunities for People with
During the reporting period, we are not aware of Disabilities (PWDs). We have partnered with local
any instances of non-compliance with relevant laws organisations to offer training and employment for
and regulations that have a significant impact on the PWDs, and in 2018, we employed 773 PWDs, which
Group regarding our employment practices (including represents an average of 1.74% of our workforce.
3
Employees are defined as workers who are in an employment relationship with the organisation according to local law or its application.
4
Turnover rate: Number of leavers during 2018 divided by the average headcount between December 2017 and December 2018.
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Employee Experience and Wellbeing recorded 671 and 30 workplace accidents and injuries
We regularly engage with our colleagues to understand from our employees and contractors, respectively.
how we can support and empower them to pursue their The decline in employee accidents and injuries from
personal and professional goals. 782 during the previous reporting period, reflects the
effectiveness of increased safety efforts and initiatives
Training & Development across the Group. We are also vigilant in combating the
spread of infectious diseases, for example, by providing
Shangri-La Academy was set up in 2004 with a
training to minimise the threat of disease transmission.
focus on nurturing talented colleagues, developing
hospitality leaders, and building organisational
capabilities. In 2018, we made a strategic decision Number of Recorded Employee
to reposition and rebrand Shangri-La Academy as a Accidents and Injuries
global provider of blended and experiential learning
opportunities that will empower people from across 900
the Group to take responsibility for their own learning
journeys. In addition to piloting an online digital 800
814
learning platform that is freely accessible to our 700 782
colleagues via their mobile devices, we have started to 703
600 671
curate our in-house learning content comprising over
200 videos and 100 other learning materials and have 500
begun to leverage opportunities for social learning
400
through sharing of best practices.
300
Occupational Health & Safety 200
Every hotel has an Occupational Health and Safety
(OHS) management system in place to identify and 100
control potential health and safety hazards in the 0
workplace. In 2018, 54 hotels were OHSAS 18001: 2015 2016 2017 2018
Occupational Health and Safety Assessment Series
certified, and two hotels achieved certification in
compliance with the most recently released standard,
ISO 45001.
We collect data on accidents, lost time injuries and

absenteeism through our Security and Safety Reporting
System that has been in place since 2015. In 2018, we
maintained a record of zero workplace fatalities, and
GUEST EXPERIENCE
Our mission is to delight our guests every time by Every guest complaint is entered into our tracking
creating engaging experiences straight from our heart. system known as DR3, which stands for Defect
Reporting, Recording and Resolution. Our hotels
Guest Satisfaction monitor defect trends so they can implement action
TrustYou is our third-party vendor who helps to plans to address recurring defects. In 2018, our
monitor guest satisfaction in our hotels with reference system recorded 138,221 guest feedback, with the
to internal post-stay and post-event survey results, most common complaints concerning guest room
combined with ratings from external travel and hotel air-conditioning malfunction, poor food taste and guest
review sources such as TripAdvisor and Booking.com. rooms being unavailable for 2 pm check-in. In line with
Each hotel receives a TrustYou Performance Score, our “Recover to Gain Loyalty” approach, every guest
which is an average of its overall experience ratings. query and complaint will be handled appropriately
In 2018, the year-end TrustYou Performance Score by our hotel colleagues who have received training in
for Shangri-La Group was 89.4, within the “Excellent” “One-Stop-Shop” problem recovery.
range of 86–100. During the year, data coverage for
our internal survey (i.e. the percentage of survey
invitations responded to by guests who provided an
email address upon check out) was 13.6% compared
with 8.2% in 2017.
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Customer Data Security & Data Privacy Our Turtle Ranger casting
Protection Highlights a watchful eye as the turtle
hatchlings head out to sea
We are continuously improving our security
to safeguard our customers’ data:
a Employee Personal Information Collection

Statement and updated policies are
internally available to all employees
a Online Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy are
publicly available on our corporate website5
a Mobile app and IT environment have
undergone independent review, including
penetration testing and remediation of gaps
a IT fraud detection systems are in place,
including captcha and 24x7 monitoring of
“robot” activities
a Feedback loops for handling of security
Oman Sanctuary
incidents directly involving the Chief Risk
Officer and General Counsel Turtle Care
a Contingency plans are in place Each year about 100 mother turtles return to the
private beach cove of Shangri-La Al Husn Resort
a Internal security awareness training is
& Spa in the Sultanate of Oman to lay their eggs.
mandatory for all employees This is one of only five nesting sites in Oman.
The resort therefore plays a crucial role in the
protection and conservation of two species of
Guest Safety & Security turtle - the Hawksbill turtle and the Green turtle –
Shangri-La has several group policies in place both indigenous to the area.
concerning guest security, including but not limited
to, conflict resolution, crime, medical emergencies We have a dedicated turtle ranger who protects
and emergency evacuations. The Security division the nests and helps raise awareness through
of SLIM is responsible for the oversight of these educational activities at the Eco Centre located in
policies in line with our corporate values, including our
commitment to anti-corruption and protecting human our sister property, the Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah
rights. Our security staff receives training to deal with Resort & Spa. During hatching season between
emergencies of all types. We conduct comprehensive March and August, guests at both hotels are
annual security audits at each hotel. All properties are invited to witness turtle hatchlings emerging from
equipped with closed-circuit televisions and recording their nests to venture on their first journey out to
technology, and are monitored 24 x 7 by trained
security officers. sea.
In 2018, we are not aware of any instances of and business contacts. It also sets out our framework
non-compliance with relevant laws and regulations for global exchange of data among members of the
that have a significant impact on the Group concerning Shangri-La Group, which is designed to ensure an
health and safety or any other aspects of product/ adequate level of data protection for cross-border data
service responsibility including but not limited to data flow in compliance with all applicable laws.
privacy, Fire Life Safety, food safety and indoor air
quality. We are committed to comply with data protection
laws in the jurisdictions where we are listed – Hong

Data Security & Protection Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia – as well as
We take data security protection very seriously. with the European Union’s General Data Protection
Our new Group Policy on Corporate Data Protection Regulation. In 2018, we experienced a cyber-security
was launched in January 2018. It provides guidance breach involving the loss of personal data belonging
on consistent application of robust data protection to a limited number of Golden Circle members. We
and data security standards for processing personal immediately investigated and contained the breach.
data, including that of our colleagues, guests, loyalty We also notified all affected individuals and regulatory
programme members, strategic partners, vendors authorities in the relevant jurisdictions.
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Fire Life Safety through Environmental Management Systems (EMS)

We have zero tolerance for non-compliance with our and policies that serve to create a robust framework for
Fire Life Safety standards and procedures. In addition planning, managing and controlling our environmental
to conducting annual inspections in all hotels, we have impact. In 2018, 57 of our hotels obtained EMS:
dedicated Fire Life Safety Officers in each property ISO14001 certification. We strive to achieve continual
who are responsible for monitoring and maintaining improvement in environmental performance through
Fire Life Safety systems on an ongoing basis. Our more efficient use of resources and waste reduction.
internal standards for Fire Life Safety reference the
USA National Fire Protection Association’s regulations, During the reporting period, we are not aware of any
China Green Building codes and other relevant codes in instances of non-compliance with relevant laws and
the countries where we operate. regulations that have a significant impact on the Group
concerning air emissions, water discharges or disposal
Food Safety of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
Food Safety is governed by Shangri-La’s comprehensive
food safety management system, in addition to which Green building certification
all hotels are expected to obtain certification for We invest in green buildings by integrating sustainable
compliance with relevant local and international food design features, construction techniques and
safety standards. In 2018, 69 hotels were Hazard operational processes in the development of our hotels.
Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and/ In 2018, 17 hotels obtained Leadership in Energy and
or ISO 22000 Food Safety Management certified. We Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the
have recently updated our food safety programme to United States Green Building Council, the most widely
incorporate changes to several policies. In addition to used green building rating system globally. Another 18
introducing more targeted training for food handlers, hotels were certified under schemes such as the China
including casual workers in our food and beverage Hotel Association’s China Green Hotel rating system,
outlets, we have also launched a centralised assurance the National Australian Built Environment Rating
programme for food safety involving third-party audits System (NABERS), Green Mark in Singapore, and
for designated high-risk suppliers. the Building Research Establishment Environmental
Assessment Method (BREEAM) in the United
Indoor Air Quality Kingdom.
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a topic of increasing concern
for our guests and colleagues given the growing Climate Change, Energy And Emissions
awareness on the health effects of indoor air The impact of climate change around the world has
pollutants. Our Engineering division ensures that each led to calls for stronger global action. Greenhouse gas
hotel makes adequate provisions for ventilation and (GHG) emissions - commonly referred to as carbon
air filtration in accordance with our mechanical and emissions - exacerbate global warming and contribute
engineering design standard. Continual monitoring of to ecological damage of our planet. At Shangri-La,
IAQ is mandated under each hotel’s Environmental we continually assess the risks and opportunities
Management Systems (EMS). It is also our policy to associated with climate change for our business
measure the IAQ of each hotel every three years, or as so that we can develop appropriate mitigation and
often as required by local authorities. adaption measures. Our efforts include conducting
Environmental Impact Assessments for new hotels
ENVIRONMENT under development, and running responsible resource
Environmental protection is part of Shangri-La’s management initiatives in our existing portfolio. For
guiding principles and Code of Conduct and Ethics. Our additional information, refer to our 2018 CDP Climate
colleagues are expected to uphold this principle and Change6 response.
to help improve the environmental stewardship in the
properties. More than half the guests who responded Energy consumption and GHG emissions
to our surveys consider it important for our hotels The main driver of energy consumption and GHG
to demonstrate sustainable environmental practices, emissions across our portfolio is purchased electricity
including but not limited to energy efficiency, reducing for lighting, air-conditioning and other general
emissions and conserving water. purposes in our hotels. Within the scope of this report,
our total energy consumption in 2018 was equivalent
Environmental Management Systems to 2,054.32 GWh, and we produced scope 1 and
Environmental considerations have been fully scope 2 GHG emissions amounting to 176,341 and
integrated into the daily operations of our hotels 919,805 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e),
respectively.
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Total Energy Consumption by Type (GWh) 7 Target setting
We aim to achieve a 15% reduction in the energy, GHG
36.57 and water footprints of our properties by 2020 compared
(2%)
with their baselines8. To achieve this, each property is
expected to meet annual intensity reduction targets.
750.95 Our intensity metric reflects a measure of the number of
(37%)
overnight guests and other guests in each hotel during the
year, referred to as a business unit (BU).
1,133.31
(55%) 2018 Energy, GHG and Water Footprint
Reduction Targets
133.49 Group-wide: 9% reduction from 2015 baseline
(6%)
Opened in 2015: 6% reduction from 2016 baseline
Heating & Genset Electricity Opened in 2016: 3% reduction from 2017 baseline
(Diesel, Gasoline)
Opened in 2017 & 2018: Not included in the Group
Kitchen Fuel Chilled Water
(LPG, Natural Gas, Coal) performance evaluation
Average Energy Consumption Intensity Average GHG Emissions (Scope 1 & Scope 2)
and Group-wide Reduction Targets Intensity and Group-wide Reduction Targets
(kilowatt hours / BU) (kilograms of CO2e per / BU)
82 7.4
80 81 7.2
78 7.0 7.1
76 78
77 6.8 6.9
74 6.6 6.7
72 74
6.4 6.5
70 6.2
68 6.0
66 5.8
64 5.6
62 5.4
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Serving Shangri-La bottled Reducing Single Use Plastics

water from our bottling plants In 2018, we conducted a group-wide plastic consumption baseline study
to identify our top 10 Single Use Plastic (SUP) items by usage. Eighty-nine
hotels took part in a follow up survey, indicating their readiness to switch to
more sustainable alternatives and to reduce plastic waste. In 2019, we plan
to introduce a Group-wide policy to eliminate SUP straws and stirrers, and
to reduce consumption of SUP bottles in rooms and banquet areas.
We operate water bottling plants at our resorts in the Maldives, Mauritius,

Kota Kinabalu, Penang, Cebu and Boracay to help reduce the number of
SUP bottles consumed and disposed of in these relatively remote and
ecologically sensitive areas. In 2018, we filled up over 1.1 million bottles of
water across these plants, thereby reducing our consumption of SUPs by an
equivalent amount.
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Please refer to our GRI Content Index for information on the basis of calculation of our reported energy data.
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For properties opened before 2015, the baseline is each property’s performance in 2015. For properties opened in 2015 or 2016, the
baseline is each property’s performance in 2016 or 2017, respectively. During the reporting period, environmental targets and performance
evaluations were not applicable for properties opened after 2016.
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In 2018, 50 properties achieved their reduction targets boiler systems. In 2018, these technologies helped us
for energy intensity and 48 properties achieved their to achieve estimated energy savings of 39.69 GWh
reduction targets for GHG intensity. The average per year. Reducing the temperature at which laundry is
energy intensity of 102 properties included in our washed also has a considerable impact on energy use.
Group performance evaluation was 74 kWh per BU, In 2018, our low temperature laundry programme was
which represents an 8% decrease from the baseline. implemented in 82 hotels.
Average Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions intensity
decreased 9% from the baseline to 6.5 kilograms of Summary of energy saving technologies
CO2e per BU.
Estimated Energy
Technology Number of hotels
Savings (GWh)
Renewable energy
In addition to the energy consumption reported above, Centralised 16 (including 8 37.60
11 hotels generated small amounts of renewable energy heat pumps implemented in 2018)
using photovoltaic systems to convert sunlight into hot Vacuum 3 2.09
water or electricity. In 2018, these systems produced boilers
2.29 GWh of renewable energy, all of which was
consumed within the hotels.
We have two major initiatives in place to further
enhance the energy performance of our portfolio:
Energy savings
(i) improving the efficiency of chillers that provide
Across the Group, we have implemented various
cooling energy in our hotels’ central air conditioning
energy saving technologies such as centralised
systems, and (ii) upgrading older lighting systems
heat pumps that are three times more efficient at
with LEDs up to 80% more efficient. In 2019, we plan
transferring energy than using boilers or heaters to
to initiate chiller optimisation projects in our top 20
generate heat; and vacuum boilers that are 15–30%
hotels ranked by total energy consumption, and to
more efficient than conventional steam and hot water
undertake comprehensive LED lighting replacement in
42 hotels.
WATER hotels are incentivised to make concerted efforts to

achieve our 2020 water intensity reduction target.
In 2018, a total of 18.4 million cubic metres (m3) of During 2018, we completed tests on new water-saving
water was consumed by properties within the scope showerheads that can reduce water consumption
of this report, comprising mostly freshwater from by 15 – 40% without compromising the showering
municipal supplies for drinking, cooking, cleaning, experience. In 2019, we plan to progressively rollout a
irrigation, and recreational amenities. During the Group-wide showerhead replacement programme.
reporting period, 35 hotels achieved their reduction
targets for water consumption intensity. At 0.68 cubic Effluents
meters per BU, overall water intensity in 2018 declined Forty eight of our hotels operate aerobic, anaerobic or
3% from the baseline. septic wastewater treatment systems in accordance
with their local circumstances and requirements.
We recognise that responsible water management is In 2018, these hotels discharged 8.28 million m3 of
an increasingly important issue for our planet and our treated effluents, mostly to municipal wastewater
business. Through our BSC management approach, management services. In order to ensure compliance
with local regulations and provide data for accurate
Average Potable Water Consumption calculation of scope 1 GHG emissions, our Engineering
division monitors the BOD (Biological Oxygen
Intensity and Group-wide Reduction Targets
Demand) content of effluents from the hotels.
(cubic metres / BU)
0.72 Water stress
To reduce the burden of our operations on scarce
0.70
0.7 freshwater supplies in remote and ecologically
0.68 0.69 sensitive locations, our resorts in Cebu, Boracay, the
0.68
0.66 0.67 Maldives and Mauritius operate desalination plants
0.64 using groundwater or seawater to produce freshwater.
0.62 Six properties, including our resorts in the Sultanate
0.60 of Oman, Maldives and Mauritius, help to conserve
local supplies of freshwater by operating Sewage
0.58
Treatment Plants (STPs) that produce recycled water
0.56 for irrigation, washing of external surfaces and other
0.54 suitable purposes.
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
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Summary of impact in areas of water stress
Total water On-site water On-site water Discharge

Hotels withdrawal Water source(s) desalination recycling of treated
(m3) (m3) (m3) effluent (m3)
Shangri-La's Mactan Resort 382,230 Municipal supply 247,323 - 305,651

and Spa, Cebu and groundwater
Shangri-La's Boracay Resort 260,992 Municipal supply 51,676 - 34,616

and Spa and groundwater
Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah 495,682 Third-party supplier - 170,943 168,564

Resort & Spa, Sultanate of desalinated
of Oman seawater
Shangri-La's Villingili Resort 206,132 Seawater 206,132 1,819 57,362

& Spa, Maldives
Sule Shangri-La, Yangon 169,520 Groundwater 169,520 - 224,239
Shangri-La's Le Touessrok 75,513 Municipal supply 64,509 46,424 46,424

Resort & Spa, Mauritius and groundwater
WASTE
We are working to improve our data collection system Food Waste
to facilitate more effective monitoring and management Reduction of food waste is a strategic priority for our
of waste. In 2018, our hotels recorded approximately hotels. In 2018, our hotels donated over 733 tonnes of
171,550 metric tonnes of non-hazardous waste, including food to third parties, such as non-profit organisations
food waste, paper and cardboard, plastics, metals, glass who then re-distribute food to the needy; collected
and others such as garden waste. During the year, over over 330 tonnes of used cooking oil for resale to
137,700 tonnes of non-hazardous waste were diverted reputable service providers. We estimate that we
from landfill, representing an overall diversion rate of upcycled over 10,300 tonnes of food waste, including
80%. This level of waste diversion was achieved largely composting it for use in our hotel gardens and
through recycling by licensed contractors, as well as food providing it to authorised agents for conversion into
donation and food waste conversion. Furthermore, to energy or animal fodder.
reduce the production of paper waste at source, paperless
check-in has been implemented in 78 hotels. We have recently completed a baseline study on
waste arising from food preparation, spoilage and
Disposal and Diversion of guest plates in our all-day dining outlets, colleagues’
Non-Hazardous Waste (tonnes)9 cafes and banquets. The aim is to identify the main
Sent to Landfill: Diverted from Landfill: causes and locations of waste production in order to
Other Non-Hazardous Food Waste explore opportunities for waste reduction. By 2020, we
(18,929 tonnes) 11% (11,398 tonnes) 7% intend to establish targets for our hotels to eliminate
over-production of food, in particular, buffet waste.
Hazardous Waste
The relatively small amount of hazardous waste
produced by our hotels is handled responsibly in
accordance with locally applicable regulations

and procedures. In 2018, our hotels disposed of
approximately 23.4 tonnes of scheduled waste,
including cleaning chemicals, retired light fittings and
electrical equipment.
Sent to Landfill: Diverted from Landfill:
Food Waste Other Non-Hazardous
(14,909 tonnes) 9% (126,309 tonnes) 73%
9
Compared with 2017, the scope of our waste data disclosure for 2018 has increased from 94 to 102 properties.
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SANCTUARY
We operate in some of the most beautiful and projects in place which helped to conserve up to 66
ecologically diverse areas of the world. We are endangered species on the International Union for
committed to help conserve and protect the the Conservation of Nature Red List. All Sanctuary
biodiversity of these locations for future generations. projects involve partnerships with local organisations
This is the philosophy underpinning Sanctuary, who have specialised knowledge and skills. Most of
Shangri-La’s Care for Nature Project. these projects also support the Shangri-La Eco-Centre
initiative which seeks to engage staff, guests and local
In 2018, 16 hotels and resorts throughout Asia, communities on the importance of conservation by
Oceania and the Middle East had Sanctuary providing interactive learning experiences.
Conserving, Overseeing, Restoring,

Admiring and Loving (CORAL)
The C.O.R.A.L. Nature Project at Shangri-La’s

Boracay Resort and Spa, epitomises our balanced
approach to looking after the environment
by protecting both land and the sea. Our Eco
Centre gives guests first-hand experiences of the
island’s extraordinary flora and fauna—including
Golden-Crowned Flying foxes (Acerodon jubatus),
Panay Monitor Lizards (Varanus mabitang), Staghorn
Corals (Acropora cervicornis) and Hawksbill Turtles
(Eretmochelys imbricata)—as well as the rich cultural
history of the indigenous Ati tribe.
Reef restoration has been ongoing at this resort

since 2013. We worked with local partners to
deploy fish houses and coral nursery units that
supply high quality coral nubbins for growth.
Staghorn Corals growing on specially

constructed coral nursery units
Coko, showing a wounded upper right flipper, when

first rescued
In 2018, when there was a temporary six-month

closure of Boracay Island by the government to
facilitate environmental rehabilitation, we made
the most of this time and deployed over 430 fish
houses and propagated over 160 corals. We also
rescued a young hawksbill turtle, affectionately
named “Coko,” at Punta Bunga beach. Under the
guidance of the Municipal Environmental and
Natural Resources Office (MENRO), we nursed
Coko back to health and released him on World
Wildlife Day (3 March 2019).
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Villingili Singapore
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Key Initiatives
Key Initiatives
Key Initiatives
Coral planting Clownfish Care Hydroponics Nature reserve
Care for
Bee hives Mangrove planting Turtle Care Care for Crab
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Care for
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21,949
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Guest Engagement
Guest Engagement 1,116
Student Engagement
Student Engagement 3,715
Mangrove Sapplings Planted
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Guest Engagement Student Engagement Mangrove Sapplings Planted
3,126
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Corals Planted*
Corals Planted*
529 Fish Houses Dropped*
Fish Houses Dropped*
Turtle Hatchlings Corals Planted* Fish Houses Dropped*
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SUPPLY CHAIN
We proactively engage and partner with our suppliers
Colleagues planting mangroves at the Sanya
Tielu Mangrove Wetland Reserve to help us uphold our commitment to corporate social
responsibility throughout our value chain. In 2018,
we worked with over 22,000 suppliers of our food
and beverage, rooms, engineering and IT divisions
to ensure they meet our requirements for goods and
services.
Supplier Code of Conduct

Our comprehensive Supplier Code of Conduct (the
“Code”)10 was updated in January 2018. It sets out
our expectations for suppliers concerning compliance
with laws and regulations, product quality and
We want to offer guests the

Restoring Mangrove Habitats best sustainable seafood from
To celebrate national Arbor Day, a day where
our culinary team while helping
individuals and groups are encouraged to plant
trees, a team of volunteers from Shangri-La’s
to raise public awareness
Sanya Resort & Spa, Hainan, China, helped to
transplant over 3,000 mangrove samplings at on eating healthy and being
the Sanya Tielu Mangrove Wetland Reserve, a
government restoration project covering 1.68 more environmentally
sqkm in Haitang Bay.
conscious. It’s about making
Mangrove forests are one of the most precious
natural resources of Hainan Island. These trees sustainable food choices.
live halfway between the land and sea, creating a
unique ecosystem that conserves biodiversity and GAEL MOUREAU
actively protects coastal areas from erosion. Corporate Executive Chef,
Shangri-La International Hotels Management Limited
The Tingo people on Olango Island, Soap for Hope and Linens for Life
Philippines, being trained to make new
items from discarded towels and linens
We have partnered with Diversey, one of our key
global suppliers, to recycle and upcycle our used
soaps and hotel linens.
“Soap for Hope” is an international initiative to

support at-risk communities by salvaging used
soap slivers and turning them into new soap bars.
“Linens for Life” provides training for low-income
families to improve their livelihoods by converting
discarded linens into new and useful items they
can sell. In 2018, Shangri-La hotels donated over
145 tonnes of used soap and 16 tonnes of used
linen to Diversey for these causes.
10
http://www.shangri-la.com/corporate/about-us/supplier-code-of-conduct/
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safety, business integrity and ethics, labour standards Location of Suppliers by Geographical Region
and practices, the environment, anti-corruption,
record-keeping, confidentiality, data protection and 12%
intellectual property rights. We aim to do business
with partners whose operations exceed the basic
stipulations of the Code. All suppliers are required to
36%
declare their compliance with the Code and to report
any violations or suspected violations to Shangri-La via
a dedicated link on our website.
Responsible Procurement
Since 2010, we have prohibited the serving of shark 52%
fin in all our food and beverage outlets. As part of
our on-going commitment to sustainable seafood, we
source products certified by the Marine Stewardship
Council (MSC) wherever possible.
Hong Kong Rest of Asia Oceania and
and China North America
Commitment of Shangri-La’s
partnership with MSC to promote
Sustainable Seafood
Leadership in Sustainable Seafood

In 2018, our company received full seafood Chain of Custody certification from the MSC for 53 hotels across
Mainland China and Hong Kong. MSC certification means the seafood is fully traceable from a legal fishery;
has proven minimal impact on the marine environment and other species, including threatened or endangered
species and juvenile fish.
We are the first hotel group in Asia to partner with the MSC as part of our commitment to protect future
seafood supplies. We have since introduced the trusted MSC ecolabel in our restaurant menus.
In August 2018, culinary teams from 19 hotels created over 180 sustainable seafood dishes for guests to enjoy
in our Chinese restaurants. In November 2018, we received the MSC “Leadership in Sustainable Seafood
Award” and Shangri-La Hotel Qingdao received the MSC China Hotel of the Year Award in recognition of its
creative efforts to provide MSC certified seafood choices.
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A new dish created with sustainably-sourced

Australian Rock Lobster
Local sourcing
Some of the riders in
Launched in 2014, our “Rooted in Nature” initiative “Ride for Hope” cycling to one
aims to promote the finest locally and ethically sourced of the participating cities
ingredients as part of our unique culinary offerings to
our guests. In 2018, we offered over 500 such dishes
in our restaurants. To qualify they had to meet at least Ride for Hope 3
one of several criteria, such as being locally grown,
chemical-free, sustainably sourced, or certified organic In November 2018, over 5,000 local riders
or fair trade. participated in “Ride for Hope 3”, a charity fund-
raising event organised by Shangri-La in support
of children with hip disabilities under China’s Ai
COMMUNITY You Foundation’s Morning Star Project.
Our hospitality and care for people extends not only The riders covered a 5,000 km course spanning
to our guests, but to the local communities where we 68 cities and four different routes across
Mainland China and Hong Kong. Preparation for
operate.
the event involved over 1,000 colleagues from
30 Shangri-La hotels. Through the collaboration
Embrace and support of partners, colleagues, sponsors,
Through Embrace, Shangri-La’s Care for People Project, guests and riders, we succeeded in raising nearly
our hotels have formed long-standing partnerships RMB 5.7 million to benefit at least 150 such
with their local communities to achieve specific and special needs children.
measurable outcomes. In 2018, there were 100 active
Embrace projects in place: 34 hotels worked with
children and young adults with special needs; 16 hotels
invested in health services to help people with acute
We appreciate the innovative
medical needs; and the remaining 50 hotels provided
educational support for children. In total, our hotels way of using a cycling event
spent over USD2.4 million to reach an estimated
46,000 beneficiaries. to raise public awareness
Embrace ++ around a social cause. It is
We aim to contribute to the social and economic
development of local communities by providing heart-warming to see the close
employment and training opportunities through
Embrace ++. Introduced in 2012, this programme partnership with companies
encourages hotels to provide skills training to
disadvantaged members of their communities with and the public to solve social
a view to helping them gain permanent employment
within the Group. Training includes, but is not limited problems together.
to, housekeeping, administration, kitchen and service
skills, engineering and carpentry. In 2018, we provided ZHENZHEN LUO
775 traineeships and 36 work placements under this Assistant Secretary General,
scheme. Ai You Foundation
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Golden Circle Donation Scheme Volunteering
Golden Circle, Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts’ guest We encourage every permanent employee and trainee
loyalty programme, operates a Points Donation to participate in corporate social responsibility
initiative allowing members to donate their Award activities by offering them paid volunteer leave on an
Points in support of designated charities and projects. annual basis. Our goal is to provide opportunities for
For every 1,000 GC Award Points given by a member, our colleagues to combine their talents and skills to
we donate USD20 on the member’s behalf. Over the benefit society and the local community.
past three years, over USD33,300 have been donated
to the scheme’s beneficiary organisations. Oxfam
In 2018, over 38,000 volunteers, representing about
is an international development and humanitarian
80% of the permanent headcount in our hotels,
organisation, and MedArt is a Hong Kong registered
dedicated over 138,000 volunteer hours to Embrace
charity bringing care and comfort to people in long-
and Sanctuary, as well as other activities such as tree
term confinement. Shangri-La’s Care for Panda project
planting and beach clean-ups.
was launched in 2012 to support a 1.6-hectare bamboo
plantation in Sichuan province to ensure food security
for local pandas.
Golden Circle Donations (USD)
7,000 $6,580
$6,060
6,000
$5,260
5,000 $4,800 MedArt
$3,960
4,000 Oxfam
$3,200
3,000 $2,660 Shangri-La’s Care
for Panda project
2,000
1,000
$480 $320
0
2016 2017 2018
Kowloon Shangri-La works closely with the Yan Oi

Students on campus receiving
hands-on training from our staff
Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial Secondary
at a simulated hotel guestroom School in Tuen Mun, Hong Kong, to provide
opportunities for young people from low income
families. Colleagues from the hotel mentor students
as part of a two-year programme.
To raise awareness about opportunities in the

hospitality sector, the hotel provides training videos
and facilitates site-visits. In 2018, it went a step
further by creating a simulated hotel guestroom
on the school campus -complete with king-size
bed, lamps, a closet with robes and hangers, and a
bathroom stocked with amenities – so students can
gain hands-on experience of hotel operations.
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HKEX ESG CONTENT INDEX

Shangri-La Asia Limited has complied with all “Comply or Explain” provisions in accordance with Hong Kong Exchange
Main Board Listing Rule 13.91 and ESG Reporting Guide. This index summarises the location of relevant disclosures,
including General Disclosures and Key Performance Indicators (“KPIs”), and provides some additional information.
Comply or Explain Provisions Location of Disclosures and Additional Information
Aspect A1: Emissions and waste ENVIRONMENT: Climate change, Energy and Emissions, Waste
GENERAL DISCLOSURE on policies and KPI A1.1 (Emissions of NOx, SOx and Particulate Matter): We do not
regulatory compliance monitor emissions of these gases from our hotels. This data is not
available.
KPIs: A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.4, A1.5 and A1.6
Aspect A2: Use of resources ENVIRONMENT: Climate change, Energy and Emissions, Water
GENERAL DISCLOSURE on policies KPI A2.5 (Total packaging materials used): Other than our work on
Single Use Plastics, which has been disclosed in our report, we do not
KPIs: A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, A2.4 and A2.5 systematically collect data on packaging materials used in our hotels.
This data is not available.
Aspect A3: Environment and natural ENVIRONMENT: Sanctuary

resources
GENERAL DISCLOSURE on policies
KPI: A3.1
Aspect B1: Employment PEOPLE: Employment Practices

GENERAL DISCLOSURE on policies and
regulatory compliance
Aspect B2: Health and safety PEOPLE: Occupational Health & Safety
Aspect B3: Development and training PEOPLE: Training & Development

Aspect B4: Labour standards PEOPLE: Employment Practices

Aspect B5: Supply chain management SUPPLY CHAIN: Supplier Code of Conduct, Responsible Procurement
Aspect B6: Product responsibility GUEST EXPERIENCE: Guest Safety & Security
Aspect B7: Anti-corruption PEOPLE: Employment Practices

Aspect B8: Community investment COMMUNITY: Embrace, Golden Circle Donation Scheme, Volunteering
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The HKEX ESG Guide also contains a number of Recommended Disclosures for KPIs that have been reported on a
voluntary basis as summarised below.
Recommended Disclosures Location of Disclosures
Aspect B1 Employment PEOPLE: Profile of our Employees

KPIs: B1.1 and B1.2 KPI B1.2 (Employee turnover rate by gender): This data is not available.
Aspect B2 Health and safety PEOPLE: Occupational Health & Safety

KPIs: B2.1 and B2.3 KPI B2.2 (Lost days due to work injury): This data is not available.
Aspect B4 Labour standards PEOPLE: Employment Practices

KPIs: B4.1 and B4.2
Aspect B5 Supply chain management SUPPLY CHAIN: Supply Chain Code of Conduct
KPIs: B5.1 and B5.2
Aspect B6 Product responsibility GUEST EXPERIENCE: Guest Safety & Security

KPI B6.1 (Percentage of products sold or shipped subject to recalls for
safety and health reasons) and KPI B6.3 (Practices relating to observing
and protecting intellectual property rights): These KPIs are not applicable
to our business.
Aspect B7 Anti-corruption PEOPLE: Employment Practices

KPIs: B7.1 and B7.2
Aspect B8 Community investment COMMUNITY: Embrace, Golden Circle Donation Scheme, Volunteering
KPIs: B8.1 and B8.2
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Directors’
Report
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney, Australia
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Directors’ Report
The Directors submit this Directors’ Report together with the Financial Statements for the Financial Year.
GENERAL DISCLOSURE ITEMS

Principal Activities and Geographical Analysis of Operations
The principal activity of the Company is investment holding.
The principal activities of the Group are the development, ownership and operation of hotel properties, the
provision of hotel management and related services, the development, ownership and operations of investment
properties and property development for sale. The Group operates its business under various brand names
including “Shangri-La”, “Kerry Hotel”, “Hotel Jen”, “Traders Hotel”, “Rasa”, “Summer Palace”, “Shang Palace” and
“CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La”.
The principal activities of the Group’s associates are the development, ownership and operations of investment
properties and property development for sale as well as the development, ownership and operations of hotel
properties.
An analysis of the performance of the Group for the Financial Year by geographical and business segments is set
out in Note 5 to the Financial Statements.
Business Review
The details of the Group’s business review are set out in:
(1) the section entitled “Discussion and Analysis” for the review of business and financial performances; and
(2) the section entitled “Responsible Business” for the review of corporate social responsibilities.
Dividends
The Board has declared an interim dividend of HK8 cents per Share and proposes a final dividend of HK14 cents
per Share for the Financial Year.
The details of dividends paid and proposed for the Financial Year are set out in Note 36 to the Financial
Statements.
Reserves
The details of movements in reserves during the Financial Year are set out in Notes 18 and 20 to the Financial
Statements.
Donations
Charitable donations and other donations made by the Group during the Financial Year amounted to USD116,000.
Pre-emptive Rights
There is no provision for pre-emptive rights under the Bye-Laws or the laws of Bermuda.
Share Capital
The details of the Company’s share capital are set out in Note 18 to the Financial Statements.
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Management Contracts
No contract with any person or entity concerning the management and administration of the whole or any
substantial part of the business of the Group (other than contract of service with any Director or employee of the
Group) was entered into or existed during the Financial Year.
Directors and Officers Liability Insurance

An insurance policy with permitted indemnity provision insuring claims made against, amongst others, the
directors and the management officers of the Group members and the persons representing the Group in
associates as directors or management officers was in effect throughout the Financial Year and remained in effect
up to the date of the Annual Report.
Major Customers and Suppliers

The percentages of the five largest customers combined and the five largest suppliers combined are less than 10%
of the Group’s total revenue and purchases, respectively.
DIRECTORS
The Directors who held office during the Financial Year and the period thereafter up to the date of this Directors’
Report were:
Executive Director(s)
Ms KUOK Hui Kwong (Chairman)
Mr LIM Beng Chee (CEO)
Mr LUI Man Shing
Mr HO Kian Guan (alternate – Mr HO Chung Tao)
Independent Non-executive Director(s)

Mr Alexander Reid HAMILTON
Professor LI Kwok Cheung Arthur
Dr LEE Kai-Fu
Mr YAP Chee Keong
Mr LI Xiaodong Forrest (appointment will be effective on 1 May 2019)
At the Annual General Meeting, (1) Mr Alexander Reid HAMILTON, Professor LI Kwok Cheung Arthur and Dr
LEE Kai-Fu will retire by rotation in accordance with Bye-Law 99, and (2) Mr LI Xiaodong Forrest will retire in
accordance with Bye-Law 102(B). Mr Alexander Reid HAMILTON and Dr LEE Kai-Fu have informed the Board that
they will not offer themselves for re-election. Save as above-mentioned, all other retiring Directors, being eligible,
have offered themselves for re-election.
Mr LUI Man Shing has also informed the Board that he would retire from the Board at close of the Annual General
Meeting.
Independence of Independent Non-executive Directors

The Board has received from each Independent Non-executive Director confirmation of his independence
according to the guidelines set out in Rule 3.13 of the Listing Rules. The Nomination Committee, on behalf of the
Board, has assessed the independence of each of the existing Independent Non-executive Directors and considers
all the Independent Non-executive Directors independent.
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Changes in Directors’ Information

There have been changes in the information of some of the Directors since the date of the Company’s last interim
report. Details of the changes as required to be disclosed under Rule 13.51B(1) of the Listing Rules are as follows:
(1) Mr LIM Beng Chee ceased to act as a non-executive director of SCPG Holdings Co, Limited in January 2019.
(2) Mr Alexander Reid HAMILTON ceased to act as an independent non-executive director of Octopus Cards
Limited in February 2019.
(3) As part of the regular annual salary review, the Remuneration Committee has reviewed and approved the
proposed monthly salary of the Executive Directors for 2019. Change(s) in monthly salary was/were in the
range of 0% to 3%.
SIGNIFICANT SHAREHOLDERS’ INTERESTS

As at Year End, the interests and short positions of those persons (other than the Directors) in Shares and
underlying Shares as recorded in the register that is required to be kept by the Company under Section 336 of the
SFO or as ascertained by the Company after reasonable enquiry were as follows:
Number of Approximate % of
Name Capacity Shares held total issued Shares
Substantial Shareholders
KGL (Note 1) Interest of controlled corporation(s) 1,823,862,508 50.867
KHL (Notes 1 and 2) Beneficial owner 87,237,052 2.433

Interest of controlled corporation(s) 1,555,203,039 43.375
Caninco Investments Limited Beneficial owner 568,568,684 15.857

(“Caninco”) (Note 2) Interest of controlled corporation(s) 157,280,233 4.387
Paruni Limited (“Paruni”) (Note 2) Beneficial owner 382,904,547 10.679

Interest of controlled corporation(s) 36,667,449 1.023
Other Major Shareholders
Darmex Holdings Limited Beneficial owner 267,068,070 7.449

(“Darmex”) (Note 2)
Kuok Brothers Sdn Berhad Beneficial owner 84,441,25 1 2.355

Interest of controlled corporation(s) 227,043,76 1 6.332
Kuok (Singapore) Limited Interest of controlled corporation(s) 220,444,907 6.148

(“KSL”) (Note 3)
Baylite Company Limited Beneficial owner 220,444,907 6.148

(“Baylite”) (Note 3)
Notes:
1. KHL is a wholly owned subsidiary of KGL and accordingly, the Shares in which KHL is shown as interested are also included in the Shares
in which KGL is shown as interested. The number of Shares shown were the holdings as at Year End and might be different from the latest
public record having been filed by the relevant Shareholder(s) before Year End as required under SFO.
2. Caninco, Paruni and Darmex are wholly owned subsidiaries of KHL and accordingly, the Shares in which Caninco, Paruni and Darmex are
shown as interested are also included in the Shares in which KHL is shown as interested. The number of Shares shown were the holdings as
at Year End and might be different from the latest public record having been filed by the relevant Shareholder(s) before Year End as required
under SFO.
3. Baylite is a wholly owned subsidiary of KSL and accordingly, the Shares in which Baylite is shown as interested are also included in the
Shares in which KSL is shown as interested.
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Deemed interests of Director(s), Substantial Shareholder(s) and Other Major Shareholder(s)
(as at Year End)
Substantial Shareholder(s) Other Major Shareholder(s)

Director(s) Kuok Brothers Sdn Berhad (8.69%)
Kerry Group Limited
Kuok (Singapore) Limited (6.15%)
>50% >1/3 >1/3 & <50%
Subsidiaries Subsidiaries / Associates

(Holdings other than Associates (Holdings other than
deemed interests which deemed interests which
are derivatives) (Holdings of derivatives) are derivatives)
4.853% 49.751% 0.350% 0.766% 14.835%
Company
DIRECTORS’ INTERESTS
Director’s Interest in Securities of the Company and its Associated Corporation(s)
As at Year End, the interests and short positions of the Directors in shares, underlying shares and debentures
in/of the Company and its associated corporation(s) (within the meaning of Part XV of the SFO) (“Associated
Corporation(s)”) as recorded in the register required to be kept by the Company under Section 352 of the SFO or
as otherwise notified to the Company and HKSE pursuant to the Securities Model Code were as follows:
(A) Long positions in shares in the Company and Associated Corporations

Number of shares held Approximate
% of total
Class of Personal Family Corporate Other issued shares
Name of company Name of Director Total in the relevant
shares interests interests interests interests
company
The Company KUOK Hui Kwong Ordinary (1)
490,833 (2)
1,038,000 (3)
2,000,000 (4)
21,930,170 25,459,003 0.710
LIM Beng Chee Ordinary 506,000 – – – 506,000 0.014
LUI Man Shing Ordinary 902,777 – – – 902,777 0.025
HO Kian Guan Ordinary 1,251,116 – (5)
145,887,718 – 147,138,834 4.104
Total 3,150,726 1,038,000 147,887,718 21,930,170 174,006,614 4.853
Associated Corporation
Shangri-La Hotel
Public Company LUI Man Shing Ordinary 10,000 – – – 10,000 0.008
Limited
Notes:
1. 32,000 shares were held jointly by Ms KUOK Hui Kwong and her spouse.
2. These shares were the deemed interest of Ms KUOK Hui Kwong’s spouse.
3. These shares were held through the company which was owned by Ms KUOK Hui Kwong.
4. These shares were held through discretionary trusts of which Ms KUOK Hui Kwong is a discretionary beneficiary.
5. 95,537,377 shares were held through companies that were owned as to 33.33% by Mr HO Kian Guan.
11,083,411 shares were held through companies that were owned as to 31.34% by Mr HO Kian Guan.
39,266,930 shares were held through companies that were owned as to 6.79% by Mr HO Kian Guan.
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(B) Long positions in underlying shares in the Company and Associated Corporations
As at Year End, there were share options and/or share awards held by Directors with rights to Shares. Details of
such underlying shares are set out in the sections entitled “Share Option Scheme” and “Share Award Scheme” of
this Directors’ Report.
Directors’ Dealings
During the Financial Year, the particulars of the deemed dealings in Shares by the Directors (other than exercise/
acceptance of share options and share awards, if any) having been notified to the Company are set out below:
Average dealing
Number of Shares
Director Dealing entity/Capacity Date of dealing price per Share
bought/(sold)
(HKD)
KUOK Hui Kwong Discretionary Trust(s) 3 October 2018 12,000,000 1 1 .480
11 October 2018 3,000,000 10.700
HO Kian Guan Personal Interest 26 March 2018 10,000 1 5.820
27 March 2018 20,000 15.800
28 March 2018 10,000 15.500
4 April 2018 20,000 15.450
6 April 2018 10,000 1 5.772
9 April 2018 20,000 15.790
10 April 2018 10,000 15.820
12 April 2018 20,000 15.606
13 April 2018 10,000 15.300
23 April 2018 10,000 14.900
29 August 2018 10,000 1 1 .980
30 August 2018 10,000 1 1 .800
Directors’ Interests in Contracts

Save as disclosed, if any, in the section entitled “Continuing Connected Transaction(s)”, no contract of significance
in relation to the Group’s business to which any member of the Group was a party and in which any Director had a
material interest subsisted at Year End or at any time during the Financial Year.
Directors’ Service Contracts

None of the Directors proposed for re-election at the Annual General Meeting has entered into service contracts
with any member of the Group, and in which such contracts are not determinable by the Company within one year
without payment of compensation (other than statutory compensation).
Directors’ Interests in Competing Business

Pursuant to Rule 8.10(2) of the Listing Rules, the Directors below have disclosed that during the Financial Year
and up to the date of this Directors’ Report (for the period the respective Directors acted as Directors), they are
considered to have interests (other than as directors representing the Group’s interest) in businesses that compete
or are likely to compete, either directly or indirectly, with the businesses of the Group:
(1) Mr LUI Man Shing is a director of some of the subsidiaries of KPL. The principal businesses of KPL include
(a) property development in Hong Kong, China and the Asia Pacific region, and/or (b) hotel ownership and
operations in Hong Kong and China.
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The business activity of the said subsidiaries of which Mr LUI Man Shing is a director is property
development. Each such company and the Group do not compete directly in the same business activity in
the same geographical location.
Accordingly, the Group is capable of operating its business independent of, and at arm’s length from, the
competing businesses mentioned above.
(2) Mr HO Kian Guan and Mr HO Chung Tao are substantial shareholders and/or directors of companies that
hold various hotels and commercial/office investment properties across different territories.
While such businesses may compete with the Group’s businesses, the Directors believe that this
competition does not pose any material threat to the Group’s business prospects because:
(a) the hotels operated by the Group and those by the above Directors with competing interests are
targeting different geographical markets and/or different segments or groups of customers in the
market, and the differentiation of the clientele segments is based on a combination of factors, such
as the geographical locations of the hotels, the breadth of services and amenities available, the
positioning of the hotels in the local market, the level of room rates, the size and scale of the hotels,
and the guest recognition programme; and/or
(b) the Group’s hotel business is effectively marketed on the strength of SLIM-HK’s renowned position in
the hotel industry worldwide built on its strong brand recognition and high-quality services; and/or
(c) the investment properties as interested by the above Directors are situated in territories/locations in
which the Group maintains no similar business operations.
The above-mentioned competing businesses are operated and managed by companies with independent
management and administration. The Board is independent of the board of each of the above-mentioned
companies operating the competing businesses.
Accordingly, the Group is capable of operating its business independent of, and at arm’s length from, the
competing businesses mentioned above.
SHARE OPTION SCHEME

A share option scheme of the Company was adopted by Shareholders on 28 May 2012 (“Option Scheme”).
The major terms of the Option Scheme are as follows:
(1) Purpose of the Option Scheme

The purpose of the Option Scheme is to motivate eligible participants of the Option Scheme to optimise
their future contributions to the Company and its subsidiaries and associates, and the entities in which any
of the aforesaid companies holds an interest (collectively referred to as “Enlarged Group”); and/or to reward
them for their past contributions; and to attract and retain or otherwise maintain on-going relationships
with such eligible participants who are significant to and/or whose contributions are or will be beneficial to
the performance, growth or success of the Enlarged Group.
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(2) Eligible participants of the Option Scheme

The eligible participants of the Option Scheme include:
(a) an employee or proposed employee of any member of the Enlarged Group or a person seconded to
work for any member of the Enlarged Group;
(b) a director or proposed director of any member of the Enlarged Group;
(c) an officer or proposed officer of any member of the Enlarged Group;
(d) a direct or indirect shareholder of any member of the Enlarged Group;
(e) a supplier of goods or services to any member of the Enlarged Group;
(f) a customer, consultant, business or joint venture partner, franchisee, contractor, agent or
representative of any member of the Enlarged Group;
(g) a person or entity that provides research, development or other technological support or any
advisory, consultancy, professional or other services to any member of the Enlarged Group;
(h) a landlord or tenant (including a sub-tenant) of any member of the Enlarged Group;
(i) any person approved by Shareholders; and
(j) an associate of any of the foregoing persons.
(3) Life of the Option Scheme

The Option Scheme shall remain valid and effective for 10 years from its date of adoption unless the Option
Scheme is terminated early by a resolution of Shareholders.
(4) Maximum number of Shares available to be granted under the Option Scheme
The maximum number of Shares in respect of which options may be granted under the Option Scheme
(and under any other share option scheme) shall not in aggregate exceed 10% of the Shares in issue as
at the adoption date of the Option Scheme. The Company may from time to time as the Board may think
fit seek approval from Shareholders to refresh this limit, save that the maximum number of Shares that
may be issued upon exercise of all options to be granted under the Option Scheme (and under any other
share option scheme) shall not exceed 10% of the Shares in issue as at the date of Shareholders’ resolution
refreshing the limit. Notwithstanding the above, the maximum number of Shares that may be issued upon
exercise of all outstanding options granted and yet to be exercised under the Option Scheme (and under any
other share option scheme) shall not exceed 30% of the Shares in issue from time to time.
As at the date of this Directors’ Report, right to subscribe for a total of 299,544,679 Shares (representing
about 8.35% of the issued Shares thereby) were available for grant under the Option Scheme.
(5) Maximum number of Shares allowed to be granted to any one grantee under the Option Scheme
The maximum number of Shares issued and issuable upon full exercise of the options granted to any one
grantee (including exercised, lapsed, cancelled and outstanding options) in any 12-month period shall not
exceed 1% of the Shares in issue from time to time.
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(6) Exercise period
The period within which an option may be exercised shall be such period as the Board may in its absolute
discretion determine at the time of grant, save that the period shall not be beyond 10 years commencing
on the date of grant of an option. The minimum period for which an option must be held (if any) or the
fulfilment of any condition (if any) before it can be exercised shall be determined by the Board upon the
grant of an option. The full amount of the exercise price for the subscription of Shares must be paid upon
exercise of an option.
(7) Exercise price for Shares under the Option Scheme

The exercise price for any particular option shall be such price as the Board may in its absolute discretion
determine at the time of grant of the relevant option, but the exercise price shall not be less than the highest
of:
(a) the nominal value of a Share;
(b) the closing price of the Shares as stated in HKSE’s daily quotation sheets on the date of the resolution
of the Board approving the grant of options which must be a day on which HKSE is open for the
business of dealing in securities; and
(c) the average of the closing price of the Shares as stated in HKSE’s daily quotation sheets for the five
trading days immediately preceding the date of grant.
Details and movements of option shares that were granted under the Option Scheme and remained outstanding
during the Financial Year are as follows:
Number of option shares
Transferred Transferred Exercise

Granted from other to other Exercised Lapsed Held as at price per
Held as at
Grantees Date of grant during category category during during 31 Dec option Exercise period
1 Jan 2018
the year during during the year (2) the year 2018 share
the year the year (HKD)
1. Directors
LUI Man Shing 23 Aug 2013 350,000 – – – – – 350,000 12.11 23 Aug 2013 – 22 Aug 2023
Alexander Reid HAMILTON 23 Aug 2013 100,000 – – – – – 100,000 12.11 23 Aug 2013 – 22 Aug 2023
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur 23 Aug 2013 100,000 – – – – – 100,000 12.11 23 Aug 2013 – 22 Aug 2023
2. Employees 23 Aug 2013 6,713,000 – – (630,000) (915,000) (80,000) 5,088,000 12.11 23 Aug 2013 – 22 Aug 2023
3. Other participants 23 Aug 2013 1,920,000 – 630,000 – – – 2,550,000 12.11 23 Aug 2013 – 22 Aug 2023
23 Aug 2013 350,000 – – – (350,000) – – 12.11 23 Aug 2013 – 31 Dec 2019

23 Aug 2013 80,000 – – – – (80,000) – 12.11 23 Aug 2013 – 31 Dec 2018
23 Aug 2013 200,000 – – – (200,000) – – 12.11 23 Aug 2013 – 23 Feb 2018
Total 9,813,000 – 630,000 (630,000) (1,465,000) (160,000) 8,188,000
Notes:
1. No options were cancelled during the Financial Year.
2. The weighted average closing price of the Shares immediately before the dates on which the options were exercised (if any) is set out
in Note 18 to the Financial Statements.
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SHARE AWARD SCHEME

A share award scheme of the Company was adopted by Shareholders on 28 May 2012 and was revised on 10
August 2012 and 31 May 2018 with further restraints/limits/changes imposed (“Award Scheme”).
The major terms of the Award Scheme (as amended) are as follows:
(1) Purpose of the Award Scheme

The purpose of the Award Scheme is to support the long-term growth of the Group and enhance its
reputation as an employer-of-choice in the industry. In particular, the Award Scheme is intended to attract
suitable personnel for the further development of the Group, to recognise contributions by qualified
participants and incentivise them to continue making contributions to the Group and to retain talent. The
Award Scheme will also help to align the interests of Directors and senior management of the Group with
the Group’s long-term performance.
(2) Qualified participants of the Award Scheme

The qualified participants of the Award Scheme include:
(a) a director;
(b) an employee; or
(c) an officer,
of any member of the Group other than those who reside in jurisdictions where the grant of Shares or
the transfer of Shares to such persons under the Award Scheme will not be permitted under the laws and
regulations of such jurisdictions, or will be subject to requirements with which compliance will, at the
Board’s sole discretion, be unduly burdensome or impractical.
(3) Life of the Award Scheme

The Award Scheme shall remain valid and effective for an initial term of 10 years from its date of adoption
(“Initial Term”) which shall be automatically extended by 7 successive extended terms of 10 years each
(“Subsequent Term”) unless (a) the Board decides not to continue with any new Subsequent Term; or (b)
the Award Scheme is terminated early by a resolution of the Board or the Shareholders, provided that the
duration of the Award Scheme shall not exceed 80 years.
(4) Maximum number of Shares available to be granted under the Award Scheme
The total number of the Shares, excluding those that would not be vested or have been forfeited (“Lapsed
Shares”), granted and to be granted to qualified participants under the Award Scheme shall not exceed 10%
of the Shares in issue from time to time. Subject to the aforesaid limit, in addition, no further grant may
be made under the Award Scheme if (i) in the Initial Term, the total number of Shares (excluding Lapsed
Shares) granted and to be granted pursuant to the Award Scheme exceed 3% of the Shares in issue at the
time of the relevant grant; and (ii) in each Subsequent Term, the total number of Shares (excluding Lapsed
Shares) granted and to be granted pursuant to the Award Scheme exceed such limit as determined by the
Board from time to time for each such Subsequent Term. No further grant may be made under the Award
Scheme if this will result in any of the aforesaid limits being exceeded.
As at the date of this Directors’ Report, a maximum of 103,183,751 Shares (representing 2.88% of the issued
Shares thereby) were available for grant under the Award Scheme.
(5) Maximum number of Shares allowed to be granted to any one grantee under the Award Scheme
The maximum number of Shares granted and to be granted to any one grantee (including Shares that have
been vested and/or accepted and Lapsed Shares) in any 12-month period shall not exceed 0.1% of the
Shares in issue from time to time.
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(6) Vesting
The vesting conditions (if any) of Shares granted under the Award Scheme shall be determined by the Board
in its absolute discretion at the time of grant, provided that the grantee shall accept the Shares within 6
months from the Shares becoming vested. If no acceptance is received within the stipulated period, such
unaccepted vested Shares shall be forfeited.
(7) Consideration for Shares granted under the Award Scheme

The price/consideration (if any) per Share to be granted under the Award Scheme shall be determined by
the Board in its absolute discretion at the time of grant and shall be payable by the grantee upon the grantee
accepting the vested Shares.
(8) Operation and administration of the Award Scheme

The Board may select and grant to any qualified participant Shares under the Award Scheme for free or
at a price/consideration per Share. A trust has been set up for the operation of the Award Scheme. The
Board may from time to time (i) pay to the trustee monies to enable the trustee to purchase Shares on
HKSE and/or (ii) allot new Shares to the trustee pursuant to specific/general mandate, in accordance
with all applicable laws and regulations, and pay to the trustee such monetary amount for the purpose of
subscribing to such new Shares, and in each case, such Shares will be held upon trust pending the making of
grants to or acceptance by qualified participants under the Award Scheme. A trustee has been appointed for
the purpose of the trust and the trustee will hold and deal with the assets of the trust for the benefit of the
qualified participants.
Details and movements of award shares that were granted under the Award Scheme and remained outstanding
during the Financial Year are as follows:
Number of granted award shares

Max
Change
deliverable Consideration
Granted Accepted Lapsed to upside
Held as at Held as at Max upside award per award
Grantees Date of grant during during during adjustment Vesting date
1 Jan 2018 31 Dec 2018 adjustment shares as share
the year the year the year during
at 31 Dec (HKD)
the year
2018
1. Directors
KUOK Hui Kwong 11 Apr 2018 – 364,000 (364,000) – – – – – Nil 11 Apr 2018
30 Aug 2018 – 63,609 – – 63,609 32,091 – 95,700 Nil 1 Apr 2019
30 Aug 2018 – 63,609 – – 63,609 32,091 – 95,700 Nil 1 Apr 2020
30 Aug 2018 – 306,520 – – 306,520 274,080 – 580,600 Nil 1 Apr 2021
LIM Beng Chee 11 Apr 2018 – 456,000 (456,000) – – – – – Nil 11 Apr 2018
30 Aug 2018 – 79,509 – – 79,509 39,951 – 119,460 Nil 1 Apr 2019
30 Aug 2018 – 79,509 – – 79,509 39,951 – 119,460 Nil 1 Apr 2020
30 Aug 2018 – 383,137 – – 383,137 341,943 – 725,080 Nil 1 Apr 2021
2. Employees 11 Apr 2018 – 598,000 (598,000) – – – – – Nil 11 Apr 2018
20 Jul 2018 – 40,000 (40,000) – – – – – Nil 20 Jul 2018

20 Jul 2018 – 97,917 – – 97,917 49,263 – 147,180 Nil 1 Apr 2019
20 Jul 2018 – 97,917 – – 97,917 49,263 – 147,180 Nil 1 Apr 2020
20 Jul 2018 – 471,844 – – 471,844 421,796 – 893,640 Nil 1 Apr 2021
Total – 3,101,571 (1,458,000) – 1,643,571 1,280,429 – 2,924,000
Notes:
1. Prior to the Financial Year, there were no Shares granted under the Award Scheme.
2. During the Financial Year, there were no new Shares allotted or planned for allotment under any special/general mandate for the
purpose of the Award Scheme.
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CONTINUING CONNECTED TRANSACTION(S)

During the Financial Year, there were continuing connected transactions for the Company in effect that are subject
to the reporting requirements under Chapter 14A of the Listing Rules. Details of these transactions are as follows:
(1) On 28 January 1995, the Company entered into a disclosable and connected transaction to acquire various
hotel interests from certain parties, including connected persons of the Company. Included in these hotel
interests was Edsa Shangri-La, Manila (“Edsa Hotel”) which is built on land leased from Shang Properties,
Inc (“SPI”) under a 25-year lease commencing in 1992, with an option to renew the lease for a further term
of 25 years (“Renewal Term”). SPI agreed that, upon expiration of the Renewal Term, it would grant to Edsa
Shangri-La Hotel & Resort, Inc (“Edsa Co”, the owner of Edsa Hotel) a new lease term of 25 years subject to
the prevailing Philippines laws.
On 28 August 2017, the Company announced that the lease had been renewed for another three-year term
that would expire on 27 August 2020. Upon expiry of the initial three-year term and thereafter, Edsa Co has
the right to decide whether the term shall be renewed for succeeding terms of three years each provided
that the entirety of the Renewal Term shall not be longer than 25 years from 28 August 2017.
SPI is an associate of KPL which in turn is a subsidiary of KHL (Substantial Shareholder). Accordingly, SPI
is a connected person of the Company at holding level, and the lease as described above constitutes a
continuing connected transaction for the Company.
Based on the terms of the said lease, the expected occupancy of the hotel, possible inflation, reasonable
increase in occupancy and reasonable allowance for unexpected increase in occupancy and/or room rate
of the hotel (as further revised on 2 October 2018), the Company has set an annual cap for each of the
following financial years:
Financial year Annual cap (USD)
2018 2,800,000
2019 3,100,000
2020 (for the entire year assuming the lease will be renewed upon expiry in the year) 3,400,000
For the Financial Year, the actual aggregate transaction amount with SPI under the said lease was
USD1,876,000 (2017: USD1,900,000).
(2) SLIM provided Hotel Management Services to various hotels (which are owned by certain connected
persons of the Company) pursuant to certain hotel management, marketing and related agreements entered
into between a member of SLIM and each of the said connected persons of the Company. The provision
of Hotel Management Services to each of the following entities remained as a continuing connected
transaction for the Company during the Financial Year and is required for disclosure in the Annual Report.
(a) Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore
Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore (previously known as Traders Hotel, Singapore) is owned by Cuscaden
Properties Pte Limited (“Cuscaden Co”) which is owned as to 44.6% by the Company and 55.4% by
Allgreen Properties Limited (“Allgreen”). Cuscaden Co is a subsidiary of Allgreen which in turn is an
associate of KHL (Substantial Shareholder). Accordingly, Cuscaden Co is regarded as a connected
person of the Company at holding level.
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(b) Kerry Hotel, Beijing
Kerry Hotel, Beijing is owned by Beijing Kerry Hotel Co, Limited (“Beijing Kerry Co”) which is
owned as to 23.75% by the Company, 71.25% by KPL and 5% by a third party. Beijing Kerry
Co is a subsidiary of KPL which in turn is a subsidiary of KHL (Substantial Shareholder).
Accordingly, Beijing Kerry Co is regarded as a connected person of the Company at holding
level.
Details of relevant agreements in relation to the Hotel Management Services for the above and
the transaction amounts involved in the Financial Year and the prior year are set out below:
Actual aggregate transaction

amount with SLIM (USD)
Hotel Date of transaction Nature of agreement Counter party 2018 2017
(a) Hotel Jen Tanglin 1 March 1994 Management Cuscaden Co 1,470,000 2,227,000
Singapore (as supplemented) agreement
(b) Kerry Hotel, Beijing 30 June 1998 Management and Beijing Kerry Co 2,767,000 2,742,000
(as supplemented) marketing services
agreement
The transaction of (a) above also constitutes a related party transaction in accordance with
HKFRS and the amount of this transaction for the Financial Year is included in the receipt of
hotel management, consultancy and related services and royalty fees under Note 40(b) to the
Financial Statements.
The transaction of (b) above also constitutes a related party transaction in accordance with
HKFRS and the amount of this transaction for the Financial Year is included in the receipt of
hotel management, consultancy and related services and royalty fees under Note 40(a) to the
(3) On 2 June 2010, SLIM-HK and Shanghai Pudong Kerry City Properties Co, Limited (“Pudong Kerry
Co”, a company owned as to 23.2% by the Company, 40.8% by KPL, 16% by Allgreen and 20% by a
third party) entered into a hotel management agreement pursuant to which SLIM-HK was appointed
the manager to provide Hotel Management Services to Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai, a hotel owned
by Pudong Kerry Co. The agreement has a three-year term commencing from the date of approval of
the said agreement by the Mainland China government. Upon expiry of the initial three-year term and
thereafter, SLIM-HK has the right to decide whether the term shall be renewed for succeeding terms
of three years each provided that the entire term of the agreement as renewed shall not be longer
than 20 years. On 11 June 2013, the Company announced that the said agreement was renewed.
On 26 January 2017, the Company announced that the said agreement had been further renewed for
another consecutive three-year term that would expire on 5 January 2020.
Pudong Kerry Co is an associate of KPL which in turn is a subsidiary of KHL (Substantial Shareholder).
Accordingly, Pudong Kerry Co is a connected person of the Company at holding level, and the
agreement as described above constitutes a continuing connected transaction for the Company.
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Based on the terms of the said agreement, the expected occupancy of the hotel, possible inflation,
and reasonable increases in occupancy and reasonable allowance for unexpected increases in
occupancy and/or room rates, the Company has set an annual cap for each of the following financial
years:
2018 4,800,000
2019 5,000,000
For the Financial Year, the actual aggregate transaction amount with Pudong Kerry Co was
USD3,645,000 (2017: USD3,582,000). The transaction also constitutes a related party transaction
in accordance with HKFRS and the amount of the transaction for the Financial Year is included in the
receipt of hotel management, consultancy and related services and royalty fees under Note 40(b) to
the Financial Statements.
(4) Since 18 November 2010, SLIM-HK has been leasing/licensing from Ubagan Limited (“Ubagan”), a
subsidiary of KHL (Substantial Shareholder), various office premises and car parking spaces at Kerry
Centre.
Thereafter, various new tenancy offer letter(s), supplemental agreement(s) and partial surrender
agreement(s) were entered into in respect of the tenancy’s renewal(s), variation(s) or surrender(s)
of tenancy units. On 25 October 2013, the Company made announcement in relation to the relevant
agreements.
On 18 October 2016, SLIM-HK and Ubagan (a) entered into a new tenancy offer letter to renew the
tenancies in respect of various office premises at Kerry Centre for another three-year term that would
expire on 18 November 2019, and (b) agreed to continue the licences of the car parking spaces.
As of Year End, the monthly rental/fee(s) for (a) the tenancy of the office premises was
HKD3,900,690.90 (excluding the management fee and air-conditioning charge of HKD514,622.70);
and (b) each floating car parking space and each fixed car parking space were HKD3,000 and
HKD3,800, respectively.
Ubagan is a subsidiary of KHL (Substantial Shareholder). Accordingly, Ubagan is a connected person

of the Company at holding level, and the agreements as described above constitute continuing
connected transactions for the Company.
Based on the rentals and fees payable under the said agreements, and taking into account possible
additional costs for management fees, air-conditioning charges and any further lease(s) or licence(s)
of office premises or car parking space(s) in the event of business expansion/change of the Group,
the Company has set an annual cap for each of the following financial years:
Financial year Annual cap (HKD)
2018 62,000,000
2019 (up to expiry of the lease) 56,000,000
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For the Financial Year, the actual aggregate transaction amount with Ubagan was HKD53,932,000
(equivalent to USD6,959,000) (2017: USD6,959,000). The transaction also constitutes a related
party transaction in accordance with HKFRS and the amount of the transaction for the Financial Year
is included in the payment of office rental, management fees and rates under Note 40(a) to the
(5) On 17 October 2012, SLIM-HK and Shanghai Ji Xiang Properties Co, Limited (“Jing An Co”, a company
owned as to 49% by the Company and 51% by KPL) entered into a hotel management agreement
pursuant to which SLIM-HK would provide Hotel Management Services to Jing An Shangri-La,
West Shanghai (“Jing An Hotel”), a hotel owned by Jing An Co. The agreement has a 20-year term
commencing from the opening date of Jing An Hotel. The Company has obtained an independent
financial adviser’s opinion confirming that it is normal business practice for the agreement to be of
such duration.
Jing An Co is a subsidiary of KPL which in turn is a subsidiary of KHL (Substantial Shareholder).

Accordingly, Jing An Co is a connected person of the Company at holding level, and the agreement as
described above constitutes a continuing connected transaction for the Company.
Based on the terms of the said agreement and the expected occupancy of the hotel, and taking
into account possible inflation and possible reasonable increases in occupancy and the prevailing
Renminbi to US dollar exchange rate, the annual cap for each financial year throughout the duration of
the said agreement ending 31 December 2033 will not exceed USD14,000,000.
For the Financial Year, the actual aggregate transaction amount with Jing An Co was USD4,453,000
(2017: USD4,682,000). The transaction also constitutes a related party transaction in accordance
with HKFRS and the amount of the transaction for the Financial Year is included in the receipt of hotel
management, consultancy and related services and royalty fees under Note 40(a) to the Financial
Statements.
(6) On 26 June 2014, SLIM-HK and Shangri-La Hotel (Nanjing) Co, Limited (previously known as Ji Xiang
Real Estate (Nanjing) Co, Limited) (“Nanjing Co”, a company owned as to 55% by the Company and
45% by KPL) entered into a hotel management agreement pursuant to which SLIM-HK would provide
Hotel Management Services to Shangri-La Hotel, Nanjing (“Nanjing Hotel”) which is owned by
Nanjing Co. The said agreement has a three-year term commencing from the opening date of Nanjing
Hotel. Upon expiry of the initial three-year term and thereafter, SLIM-HK has the right to decide
whether the term shall be renewed for succeeding terms of three years each provided that the entire
term of the said agreement shall not be longer than 20 years.
On 23 October 2017, the Company announced that the said agreement had been renewed for another
consecutive three-year term that would expire on 25 October 2020.
Nanjing Co is an associate of KPL which in turn is a subsidiary of KHL (Substantial Shareholder).

Accordingly, Nanjing Co is a connected person of the Company at holding level, and the agreement as
described above constitutes a continuing connected transaction for the Company.
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Based on the terms of the said agreement and the expected occupancy of the hotel, and taking into
account possible inflation and a reasonable buffer to allow for increases in room rates and occupancy,
the Company has set annual cap for each of the following financial years:
2018 3,800,000
2019 3,900,000
2020 (for the entire year assuming the hotel management agreement 4,000,000
will be renewed upon expiry in the year)
For the Financial Year, the actual aggregate transaction amount with Nanjing Co was USD1,899,000
(2017: USD1,823,000).
(7) On 17 July 2015, SLIM-HK and Ruihe Real Estate (Tangshan) Co, Limited (“Tangshan Co”, a
company owned as to 35% by the Company, 40% by KPL and 25% by Allgreen) entered into a hotel
management agreement pursuant to which SLIM-HK would provide Hotel Management Services to
Shangri-La Hotel, Tangshan (“Tangshan Hotel”), a hotel owned by Tangshan Co. The agreement has
a 20-year term commencing from the opening date of Tangshan Hotel. The Company has obtained
an independent financial adviser’s opinion confirming that it is normal business practice for the
agreement to be of such duration.
Tangshan Co is an associate of KPL which in turn is a subsidiary of KHL (Substantial Shareholder).

Accordingly, Tangshan Co is a connected person of the Company at holding level, and the agreement
as described above constitutes a continuing connected transaction for the Company.
Based on the terms of the said agreement and the expected occupancy of the hotel, and taking into
account possible inflation, the annual cap for each financial year throughout the duration of the said
agreement ending 31 December 2035 will not exceed RMB39,000,000.
For the Financial Year, the actual aggregate transaction amount with Tangshan Co was USD515,000
(equivalent to RMB3,419,000) (2017: USD484,000). The transaction also constitutes a related party
transaction in accordance with HKFRS and the amount of the transaction for the Financial Year is
included in the receipt of hotel management, consultancy and related services and royalty fees under
Note 40(b) to the Financial Statements.
(8) On 4 March 2016, each of SLIM-HK and Shangri-La Hotel Management (Shanghai) Co, Limited
(“SLIM-PRC”, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company), and Kerry Real Estate (Hangzhou) Co,
Limited (“Hangzhou Co”, a company owned as to 25% by the Company and 75% by KPL) entered
into a hotel management agreement and a marketing services agreement, respectively, pursuant to
which SLIM-HK and SLIM-PRC would provide Hotel Management Services to Midtown Shangri-La
Hotel, Hangzhou (“Hangzhou Midtown Hotel”) which is owned by Hangzhou Co. Each of the said
agreements has a 20-year term commencing from the opening date of Hangzhou Midtown Hotel.
The Company has obtained an independent financial adviser’s opinion confirming that it is normal
business practice for the agreements to be of such duration.
Hangzhou Co is a subsidiary of KPL which in turn is a subsidiary of KHL (Substantial Shareholder).

Accordingly, Hangzhou Co is a connected person of the Company at holding level, and the
agreements as described above constitute continuing connected transactions for the Company.
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Based on the terms of the said agreements and the expected occupancy of the hotel, and taking into
account possible inflation, the annual cap for each financial year throughout the duration of the said
agreements ending 31 December 2036 will not exceed RMB93,000,000.
For the Financial Year, the actual aggregate transaction amount with Hangzhou Co was
USD2,014,000 (equivalent to RMB13,363,000) (2017: USD1,916,000). The transactions also
constitute related party transactions in accordance with HKFRS and the amount of the transactions
for the Financial Year is included in the receipt of hotel management, consultancy and related services
and royalty fees under Note 40(a) to the Financial Statements.
(9) On 2 October 2018, the Company announced that certain subsidiaries of the Group order wines
from wine suppliers on an ongoing basis for the food and beverage segments of the Group’s hotel
operations. The Group has maintained a wine programme with various wine suppliers including
Kerry Wines Limited (“Kerry Wines”, a company owned as to 20% by the Company, 60% by KHL
and 20% by a company which is an associate of Ms KUOK Hui Kwong, being a Director, under the
Listing Rules). Throughout the Financial Year, certain subsidiaries of the Group respectively placed
purchase orders with Kerry Wines or its subsidiary(ies) (“KW Member(s)”) in connection with the
purchase of wines under the wine programme. Under the wine programme, the KW Member(s)
offer such subsidiaries of the Group certain stock wines listed under the wine programme at agreed
unit prices, subject to revision from time to time, and/or other specific types of wines at prices
to be agreed between them when the purchase orders are placed. The unit prices offered by KW
Members have been and/or are independently verified, reviewed and negotiated by wine experts and
purchasing divisions from the hotel operations unit(s) of the Group to ensure the offered prices are
reasonable and competitive compared to other suppliers in the market. In addition, the Group may,
if it considers appropriate and necessary, also purchase wines en primeur from KW Member(s). All
wines purchased from KW Member(s) were/will be effected by purchase orders in written form.
Each KW Member is a subsidiary of KHL (Substantial Shareholder). Accordingly, the KW Members

are connected persons of the Company at holding level, and the purchases of wines described above
constitute continuing connected transactions for the Company.
Based on (i) the value of the wine orders recognised during the period from 1 January 2018 to 30
June 2018, and (ii) the business plans of the Group for the remaining months of 2018, the Group has
set the annual cap of the wine orders to be placed with the KW Members for the Financial Year at
USD5,000,000.
For the Financial Year, the actual aggregate value of such purchases amounted to USD3,122,000
(2017: USD3,268,000). The transaction also constitutes a related party transaction in accordance
with HKFRS and the amount of the transaction for the Financial Year is included in the purchase of
wine under Note 40(a) to the Financial Statements.
(10) On 24 January 2018, the Company announced that Shang Global City Properties, Inc (“Fort Manila
Co”, a company owned as to 40% by the Company and 60% by SPI) entered into hotel agreements,
being (a) the marketing and reservations agreement dated 10 December 2014 (as varied) with
SLIM-HK, (b) the licence agreement dated 10 December 2014 (as varied) with Shangri-La
International Hotel Management Limited, incorporated in the British Virgin Islands, (“SLIM-BVI”,
the head-licensor of the intellectual property in relation to the brand of Shangri-La (“IP”)) and
(c) the licence agreement dated 10 December 2014 (as varied) with Shangri-La International Hotel
Management BV (“SLIM-Netherlands”, the IP sub-licensor) in relation to the provision of (i) the
Hotel Management Services for Shangri-La at the Fort, Manila (“Fort Manila Hotel” a hotel owned by
Fort Manila Co), and (ii) the licence of the IP to Fort Manila Co enabling it to operate its hotel bearing
the name of Shangri-La.
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Each of the said agreements lists the operating term which commenced from the opening date of
Fort Manila Hotel (being 1 March 2016) and ended on 31 December of the first anniversary of such
opening date (ie, 31 December 2017). Each of SLIM-HK, SLIM-BVI and SLIM-Netherlands under
its respective agreement has the right to decide whether the term shall be renewed for another
consecutive three-year term (or part thereof of the remaining term) provided that the entire initial
term of each agreement shall not be longer than 10 years from the opening date of the said hotel.
Upon expiry of the said initial term of 10 years, the relevant parties may elect to extend the term for
consecutive three-year term each (or part thereof) provided that the aggregate term of the renewal
period shall not exceed a further 10 years.
At the time of entering into the said agreements in 2014, the said agreements constituted de minimis
continuing connected transactions for the Company under the Listing Rules and were not subject to
announcement, reporting and independent shareholders’ approval requirements.
Based on the information available to the Company and the preliminary assessment of the unaudited
management financial statements of SLIM-HK, SLIM-BVI and SLIM-Netherlands on the date of
the announcement, the Company anticipated that the fees for the Financial Year would collectively
exceed the above-mentioned exemption threshold. The Company was therefore required to re-comply
with the requirements under the Listing Rules with the said announcement.
Fort Manila Co is a subsidiary of SPI, an associate of KPL which in turn is a subsidiary of KHL
(Substantial Shareholder). Accordingly, Fort Manila Co is a connected person of the Company at
holding level, and the agreements as described above constitute continuing connected transactions
for the Company.
Based on the terms of the said agreements, the expected occupancy of the said hotel, possible
inflation, reasonable increase in occupancy and reasonable allowance for unexpected increase in
occupancy and/or room rate of the said hotel, the Company has set an annual cap for each of the
following financial years:
2018 5,200,000
2019 5,500,000
2020 5,800,000
For the Financial Year, the actual aggregate transaction amount with Fort Manila Co was
USD3,552,000 (2017: USD3,025,000). The transactions also constitute related party transactions in
accordance with HKFRS and the amounts of the transactions for the Financial Year are included in the
receipt of hotel management, consultancy and related services and royalty fees under Note 40(b) to
the Financial Statements.
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The continuing connected transactions mentioned in (1) to (10) above have been reviewed by the Independent
Non-executive Directors. The Independent Non-executive Directors have confirmed that the transactions have
been entered into:
1. in the ordinary and usual course of business of the Group;
2. either on normal commercial terms or, if there are not sufficient comparable transactions to judge whether
they are on normal commercial terms, on terms no less favourable to the Group than terms available to or
from (as appropriate) independent third parties; and
3. in accordance with the relevant agreements governing such transactions and on terms that are fair and
reasonable and in the interests of Shareholders as a whole.
The Auditor was engaged to report on the Group’s continuing connected transactions in accordance with
Hong Kong Standard on Assurance Engagements 3000 (Revised) “Assurance Engagements Other Than Audits
or Reviews of Historical Financial Information” and with reference to Practice Note 740 “Auditor’s Letter on
Continuing Connected Transactions under the Hong Kong Listing Rules” issued by the Hong Kong Institute of
Certified Public Accountants. The Auditor has issued its unqualified letter containing its findings and conclusions
in respect of the continuing connected transactions disclosed by the Group in the Annual Report in accordance
with Rule 14A.56 of the Listing Rules. A copy of the Auditor’s letter has been provided by the Company to HKSE.
On behalf of the Board
KUOK Hui Kwong

Chairman
Hong Kong, 20 March 2019
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Corporate
Governance
Report
Shangri-La Hotel, Changchun, China
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Corporate Governance Report
The Company recognises the importance of transparency in governance and accountability to Shareholders and
that Shareholders benefit from good corporate governance. The Company reviews its corporate governance
framework on an ongoing basis to ensure compliance and best practice.
DIRECTORS HANDBOOK AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE FUNCTIONS

Directors Handbook
The Board has adopted a composite handbook (“Directors Handbook”) comprising the Securities Principles and
the CG Principles, whose terms align with or are stricter than the requirements set out in the Securities Model
Code and the CG Model Code, save for the provision in the Directors Handbook that the positions of the Chairman
and the CEO may be served by the same person. The Directors Handbook serves as a comprehensive guidebook
for all Directors.
The Directors Handbook incorporates (amongst other things):

(1) Securities Principles
(a) restrictions on Directors’ dealings in relation to the Company’s securities;
(b) the Directors’ obligations and the board procedures for the mandatory notification to and
acknowledgement from the Company prior to any deemed dealings of Directors and the required
notification to the Company subsequent to such dealings;
(c) the requirements of the Directors’ mandatory filing with the regulatory body(ies) of their deemed
dealings; and
(d) extended application of the Securities Principles to non-Directors.
(2) CG Principles
(a) the terms of the operation of the Board including the obligations of each Director;
(b) the establishment of each Board committee, including the terms of reference of and/or the policy for
each such committee;
(c) the terms of the corporate governance functions;
(d) the rights of each Director (including members of any Board committee) for and/or the procedures
for independent access to the Group’s information and professional advice;
(e) the written procedures resolved by the Board for Shareholders to exercise certain rights in the
Company; and
(f) the references to and/or the summary of various important regulatory rules and the Company’s
corporate policies that the Directors are obliged to strictly observe.
The Directors Handbook is updated and revised from time to time where necessary to, amongst other things,
(a) align with the relevant mandatory requirements under the Listing Rules and/or any other governing rules,
and (b) incorporate any corporate governance terms that the Board considers necessary for better corporate
governance of the Company. Any change to the terms of the Securities Principles and the CG Principles shall be
determined and approved by the Board.
Code on Securities Transactions

The Company has made specific enquiry of each of the Directors, and all the Directors have confirmed compliance
with the Securities Principles throughout the Financial Year.
The Securities Principles also apply to certain employees (“Relevant Employees”) in respect of their dealings in
the securities of the Company for the Financial Year. The code with which the Relevant Employees are obliged to
comply is similar to that with which the Directors are obliged to comply except that the Relevant Employees are
not required to fulfil the public filing requirement.
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Code on Corporate Governance
The Company has complied with the CG Principles and the CG Model Code throughout the Financial Year.
Corporate Governance Functions

Under the CG Principles, the Audit & Risk Committee has the delegated responsibility to oversee, monitor and
observe the terms of the Company’s corporate governance functions which include the following major duties:
(1) to review the Company’s policies and practices on corporate governance and to make recommendations to
the Board;
(2) to review and monitor the training and continuous professional development of Directors and senior
management;
(3) to review and monitor the Company’s policies and practices on compliance with legal and regulatory
requirements;
(4) to review and monitor the code of conduct and compliance manual (if any) applicable to employees and
directors of the members of the Group;
(5) to review the Company’s compliance with the relevant code and disclosure requirements in relation to
corporate governance in accordance with the Listing Rules;
(6) to review the Directors Handbook from time to time to ensure the Directors Handbook has sufficiently
covered the corporate governance matters that the Board and the Company are required to observe under
the Listing Rules; and
(7) to monitor whether the terms set out in the Directors Handbook are duly observed and complied with.
The Audit & Risk Committee had duly performed its duties relating to the corporate governance functions and it
was not aware of any terms of corporate governance being violated during the Financial Year.
BOARD
The Board is accountable to Shareholders for leading the Group in a responsible and effective manner.
The list of the members of the Board and their designations during the Financial Year and up to the date of the
Annual Report has been set out in the Directors’ Report.
Members, Meetings Held and Attendance

During the Financial Year, the Board held four board meetings. The Directors during the Financial Year, along with
the attendance of each of them at the meetings, are as follows:
Meeting(s) attended/
Name of Director eligible to attend
KUOK Hui Kwong 4/4
LIM Beng Chee 4/4
LUI Man Shing 4/4
HO Kian Guan (alternate – HO Chung Tao) 1 (3)/4

Alexander Reid HAMILTON 4/4
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur 4/4
LEE Kai-Fu 3/4
YAP Chee Keong 4/4
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Other than the above full Board meetings, the Chairman also held an annual meeting in August 2018 with the
Directors without the presence of the other Executive Directors. The attendance of the Directors at the meeting
was as follows:
Name of Director Attendance

Chairman
KUOK Hui Kwong ✔
HO Kian Guan (alternate – HO Chung Tao) ✔ (X)

Alexander Reid HAMILTON ✔
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur ✔
LEE Kai-Fu ✔
YAP Chee Keong ✔
Total attendance 6/6
The relationship between members of the Board, if any, is set out in the section entitled “Board of Directors,
Company Secretary and Senior Management” in the Annual Report.
Term of Appointment of Directors

Each Director shall be subject to terms of retirement, but shall be eligible for re-election, in accordance with the
Bye-Laws, the Listing Rules and the Company’s nomination policy, in particular:
(1) any Director who was newly appointed by the Board or by the Shareholders in a general meeting to fill a
casual vacancy, or as an addition to the Board, shall retire from office at the next general meeting of the
Company;
(2) every Director shall retire from office by rotation no later than the third annual general meeting after he was
last elected or re-elected; and
(3) at each annual general meeting, not less than one-third (or otherwise the number nearest one-third) of the
Directors for the time being shall retire from office by rotation.
Accordingly, the term of appointment of each Director is effectively not more than about three years.
Directors’ Training
The Directors participate in continuous professional development to enhance and refresh their skills and
knowledge for their role as Directors. The Company also organises presentations and training sessions that help
update Directors on the latest corporate governance and regulatory/legal issues as well as other current topics
(including the Group’s business developments/operations). In addition to these activities, some Directors also
attend external training sessions and presentations.
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A summary of the current Directors’ professional development initiatives during the Financial Year is set out
below:
Category of training topics

Risk Management,
Regulatory
and Corporate
Governance Others
KUOK Hui Kwong ✔ –
LIM Beng Chee ✔ –
LUI Man Shing ✔ –
HO Kian Guan (alternate – HO Chung Tao) ✔ (✔) ✔ (✔)

Alexander Reid HAMILTON ✔ ✔
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur ✔ ✔
LEE Kai-Fu ✔ –
YAP Chee Keong ✔ –
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
The Executive Committee was established by the Board on 21 June 1993. The Executive Committee is delegated
with the power and authority to oversee the Group’s ordinary business, transactions and development. The
Executive Committee’s written terms of reference include its defined powers and duties, except that the following
matters are explicitly reserved for the Board for decision:
(1) constitution and share capital
(2) corporate objectives and strategy
(3) corporate policies relating to securities transactions by Directors and senior management
(4) interim and annual results
(5) significant investments
(6) major financings, borrowings and guarantees other than those of ordinary terms and for the ordinary
operations or for general working capital requirements of the Group
(7) corporate governance and internal controls

(8) risk management
(9) major acquisitions and disposals
(10) material contracts
(11) Board members and Auditor
(12) any other significant matters that will affect the operations of the Group as a whole
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During the Financial Year, the majority of the Executive Committee’s material decisions were recorded by written
resolutions. The members of the Executive Committee during the Financial Year and up to the date of the Annual
Report were as follows:
Board capacity
during committee
Member membership
KUOK Hui Kwong (chairman) ED & Chairman
LIM Beng Chee ED & CEO
LUI Man Shing (as member with effect from 1 March 2018) ED
NOMINATION COMMITTEE
The Nomination Committee was established by the Board on 19 March 2012. The Nomination Committee,
amongst other things, considers any proposed change to members or composition of the Board and/or evaluates
the performance of Directors in accordance with the Company’s nomination policy. The written terms of reference
of the Nomination Committee included the following major duties:
(1) to review the structure, size and composition (including the skills, knowledge and experience) of the Board
at least annually and to make recommendations on any proposed changes to the Board to complement the
Company’s corporate strategy;
(2) to identify individuals suitably qualified to become members of the Board and to select or make
recommendations to the Board on the selection of individuals nominated for directorships;
(3) to assess the independence of each newly proposed Independent Non-executive Director and existing
Independent Non-executive Director on an annual basis or as and when the Nomination Committee
considers necessary;
(4) to make recommendations to the Board on the proposed appointment, designation, election or re-election of
Directors and succession planning for Directors, in particular the Chairman and the CEO;
(5) to make recommendations to the Board on the tendered resignation or proposed removal of Directors;
(6) to provide opinions on any proposed election or re-election of person(s) as Independent Non-executive
Director(s) at general meeting(s) of the Company and to provide reasons why they consider the nominated
person(s) to be independent;
(7) if a Director has been serving the Board as an Independent Non-executive Director for more than nine years
and will make himself available for re-election at a general meeting of the Company, to consider if such
Director remains independent and suitable to continue to act as an Independent Non-executive Director and
to make recommendations to the Board accordingly; and
(8) to observe the terms of the Company’s nomination policy and to make recommendations to the Board on
the nomination policy.
The latest full version of the terms of reference of the Nomination Committee has been posted on the Company’s
corporate website.
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During the Financial Year, the majority of the Nomination Committee’s material decisions were recorded by written
resolutions. The members of the Nomination Committee during the Financial Year and up to the date of the Annual
Report were as follows:
Board capacity
during committee
Member membership
KUOK Hui Kwong (chairman) ED & Chairman
Alexander Reid HAMILTON INED
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur INED
During the Financial Year, the work performed by the Nomination Committee included:
(i) For the purpose of re-election of the retiring Directors at the 2018 annual general meeting of the Company,
the Nomination Committee had:
• assessed and confirmed the independence of all Independent Non-executive Directors;
• evaluated and confirmed the contribution of each of the retiring Directors who offered themselves for
re-election; and
• recommended to the Board to propose the re-election of each of the retiring Directors who offered
themselves for re-election at the 2018 annual general meeting of the Company.
(ii) The Nomination Committee had, on an annual and regular basis, assessed the Board’s composition and
the Directors’ particulars against the parameters set in the nomination policy (including board size, board
diversity policy, skills/knowledge/experience, Directors’ performance review) and recommended that the
structure, size and composition of the Board was satisfactory.
Nomination Policy
The terms of the nomination policy of the Company in effect during the Financial Year were as follows:
(1) the total number of Directors (excluding their alternates) shall not exceed 20, with at least three
Independent Non-executive Directors and at least one-third of the Board members being Independent
Non-executive Directors;
(2) the Board shall be composed of members with mixed skills and experience, with appropriate qualifications
necessary to accomplish the Group’s business development, strategies, operation, challenges and
opportunities;
(3) each new Director shall complement the existing Board composition to ensure that there is an appropriate
mix of Directors with different abilities and experiences; shall have the required skills, knowledge and
expertise to add value to the Board; and shall be able to commit the necessary time to the position;
(4) each Independent Non-executive Director shall meet the mandatory qualification requirements as set out in
the Listing Rules from time to time;
(5) the Board shall observe the board diversity policy and shall, subject to merit and suitability, continue in its
endeavours to introduce more diversity into the Board, including diversity of age, culture and gender;
(6) the Board shall have the primary responsibility for identifying appropriate candidates to act as new
members of the Board;
(7) Shareholders may also propose candidates for election as a Director provided that the proposal follows the
procedures posted on the Company’s corporate website;
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(8) each proposed new appointment, election or re-election of a Director shall be evaluated, assessed and/
or considered against the criteria and qualifications set out in the Company’s nomination policy by
the Nomination Committee which shall recommend its views to the Board and/or the Shareholders for
consideration and determination; and
(9) each resignation or removal of a Director shall also be considered by the Nomination Committee which shall
recommend its views to the Board and/or the Shareholders for consideration and determination.
REMUNERATION COMMITTEE
The Remuneration Committee was established by the Board on 17 October 1997. The Remuneration Committee
shall, amongst other things, review, endorse and/or approve the remuneration of each Director and the Senior
Management in accordance with the Company’s remuneration policy for Directors and Senior Management.
During the Financial Year, the written terms of reference of the Remuneration Committee included the following
major duties:
(1) to make recommendations to the Board on the Company’s policy and structure for the remuneration of
all Directors and Senior Management and on the establishment of a formal and transparent procedure for
developing remuneration policy;
(2) to determine the remuneration packages of individual Executive Directors and Senior Management,
including benefits in kind, pension rights and compensation payments, including any compensation payable
for loss or termination of their office or appointment, taking into consideration factors such as salaries paid
by comparable companies, time commitment and responsibilities, and employment conditions elsewhere in
the Group;
(3) to make recommendations to the Board on the Directors’ fees and the fees for members of each committee
of the Board;
(4) to review and approve the management’s remuneration proposals with reference to the Board’s corporate
goals and objectives;
(5) to review and approve compensation payable to Executive Directors and Senior Management for any loss or
termination of office or appointment to ensure that it is consistent with contractual terms and is otherwise
fair and not excessive;
(6) to review and approve compensation arrangements relating to dismissal or removal of Directors for
misconduct to ensure that they are consistent with contractual terms and are reasonable and appropriate;
and
(7) to advise Shareholders on how to vote with respect to any Director’s service contract that requires
Shareholders’ approval under the Listing Rules.
The latest full version of the Remuneration Committee’s terms of reference has been posted on the Company’s
corporate website.
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During the Financial Year, the Remuneration Committee held one meeting in March 2018. The members of the
Remuneration Committee during the Financial Year and up to the date of the Annual Report and the attendance of
each of them at the meeting held during the Financial Year are as follows:
Board capacity Meeting(s)

during committee attended/
Member membership eligible to attend
Alexander Reid HAMILTON (chairman) INED 1/1
KUOK Hui Kwong ED & Chairman 1/1
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur INED 1/1
During the Financial Year, the work performed by the Remuneration Committee included:
(i) assessing the performance of the Executive Directors and Senior Management in the context of the financial
performance of the Group and its development strategy in the medium term;
(ii) approving the terms of remuneration and/or bonus of the Executive Directors and Senior Management
(including the annual salary review), having considered the financial results of the Group, its growth plans,
the competitive environment in the hotel industry for obtaining competent management talent, and the
need to adequately reward outstanding performances;
(iii) recommending to the Board the fees payable to the Non-executive Directors and the members of the Board
committees; and
(iv) considering and approving grant(s) of share awards under the Company’s share award scheme to qualified
participants.
Remuneration Policy for Executive Directors and Senior Management

The Remuneration Committee has the delegated responsibility to determine the remuneration packages of the
individual Executive Directors and the Senior Management.
The remuneration for the Executive Directors and Senior Management comprises salary, discretionary bonus,
pensions and/or housing, and annual leave fare for expatriate Executive Directors and expatriate Senior
Management.
Salaries are reviewed annually. Salary increases of Executive Directors and Senior Management are made where
the Remuneration Committee believes that adjustments are appropriate to reflect performance, contribution,
increased responsibilities and/or by reference to market/sector trends.
In addition to salary, Executive Directors and Senior Management are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus
the amount of which shall be reviewed and approved by the Remuneration Committee which shall take into
consideration factors such as market conditions as well as corporate and individual performances.
In order to attract, retain and motivate executives and key employees serving any member of the Group, Directors
and Senior Management are also eligible to participate in the Company’s share option scheme and share award
scheme. The grant of share options and share awards to Directors and/or Senior Management and the terms
thereto shall be approved by the Remuneration Committee.
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Remuneration of Directors and Senior Management

The Non-executive Directors (including Independent Non-executive Directors) and the members of the Board
committees (other than Executive Director(s)) were entitled to annual fees that were approved by Shareholders
at the annual general meeting prior to payment. Such annual fees are determined with reference to the level of
fees payable by listed companies in Hong Kong and the respective level of responsibilities, skills and commitments
required of the Non-executive Directors, and the amount for the Financial Year and the previous year are as
follows:
Annual fee Amount (HKD)

2018 2017
As NED/INED 230,000 230,000 per year of directorship
As Nomination Committee member 50,000 50,000 per year of membership
As Remuneration Committee 50,000 50,000 per year of membership
member
As Audit & Risk Committee 180,000/ 130,000 per year of chairmanship/
chairman/member 150,000 membership
100,000 100,000 for attendance at all meetings of the
committee held during the year
Details of the remuneration paid to each of the Directors for the Financial Year and the previous year are set out in
Note 31 to the Financial Statements.
The remuneration (including bonus, allowances and other benefits) paid to the current Senior Management (which
included certain current Executive Directors) for the Financial Year are set out below (by band):
Range of remuneration (HKD) Number of members of Senior Management

5,000,001 to 6,000,000 1
12,000,001 to 13,000,000 1
14,000,001 to 15,000,000 2
15,000,001 to 16,000,000 1
19,000,001 to 20,000,000 1
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Note: Two members of the Senior Management joined the Group after the Financial Year. Therefore, the remuneration of such members are
not included above.
AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE

The Audit & Risk Committee was established by the Board on 25 August 1998. The Audit & Risk Committee shall,
amongst other things, supervise the financial reporting and the internal controls within the Group. During the
Financial Year, the written terms of reference of the Audit & Risk Committee included the following major duties:
(1) to make recommendations to the Board on the appointment, re-appointment and removal of the Auditor,
to approve the remuneration and terms of engagement of the Auditor, and to consider any questions of its
resignation or dismissal;
(2) to review and monitor the Auditor’s independence and objectivity and the effectiveness of the audit process
in accordance with applicable standards;
(3) to review and monitor the integrity of the Company’s interim and annual financial statements, reports and
accounts, and to review significant financial reporting judgements contained therein, before submission to
the Board;
(4) to review the Company’s financial controls, risk management and internal control systems;
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(5) to discuss the risk management and internal control systems with management to ensure that management
has performed its duty to have effective systems;
(6) to consider major investigation findings on risk management and internal control matters as delegated by
the Board or on its own initiative and the management’s response to these findings;
(7) to review the internal audit programme to ensure co-ordination between the internal and the external
auditors, and to review and monitor its effectiveness;
(8) to review the Group’s financial and accounting policies and practices;
(9) to report to the Board on the matters set out in the terms of reference and, in particular, the matters
required to be performed by the Audit & Risk Committee under the Listing Rules;
(10) to review whistleblowing policy(ies) or arrangements established for employees of and/or those who deal
with the Group who may, in confidence, raise concerns about possible improprieties in financial reporting,
internal controls or other matters; and
(11) to oversee, monitor and observe the Company’s corporate governance matters.
The latest full version of the terms of reference of the Audit & Risk Committee has been posted on the Company’s
corporate website.
The whistleblowing and whistleblower protection policy (for external users) has also been posted on the
Company’s corporate website for external users’ use.

During the Financial Year, the Audit & Risk Committee held four meetings. The members of the Audit & Risk
Committee during the Financial Year and up to the date of the Annual Report and the attendance of each of them
at the meetings held during the Financial Year are as follows:
Board capacity Meeting(s)

during committee attended/
Member membership eligible to attend
YAP Chee Keong (as member and chairman with effect from
21 March 2018) INED 3/3
HO Kian Guan NED 4/4
Alexander Reid HAMILTON (as chairman until 21 March 2018) INED 4/4
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur INED 4/4
During the Financial Year, the work performed by the Audit & Risk Committee included:
(i) reviewing the Group’s financial controls, internal controls and risk management systems, and the conducting
of the internal audit of the Group;
(ii) making recommendations on the remuneration payable to the Auditor for the Financial Year and the
re-appointment of the Auditor, and satisfying itself on the Auditor’s independence and objectivity;
(iii) reviewing financial issues with the Auditor in the committee meetings;
(iv) reviewing the interim and annual financial statements before these were submitted to the Board for
approval;
(v) reviewing the reports issued by the internal audit team and discussing the risk and internal controls of the
Group;
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(vi) reviewing significant legal, litigation or in-house investigation matters of the Group; and
(vii) overseeing the Company’s corporate governance matters with reference to the Company’s terms of
reference for corporate governance functions.
The Audit & Risk Committee was satisfied with its review for the Financial Year and concluded that no material
issues were identified that needed to be brought to the particular attention of the Board or the Shareholders.
RISK MANAGEMENT AND INTERNAL CONTROLS

Risk Management
Improvement to our corporate governance on an ongoing basis is crucial in enhancing long-term shareholder’s
value. The Board believes that a sound and effective system of risk management and internal control system is the
cornerstone for good corporate governance. Such systems are designed to manage rather than eliminate the risk
of failure to achieve business objectives and can only provide reasonable assurance and not absolute assurance
against material misstatement or loss.
The Board has overall responsibility for the governance of risk and exercises oversight of material risks in the
Group’s business. The Board’s Audit & Risk Committee (“ARC”) assists the Board in overseeing the Group’s risk
profile and policies, adequacy and effectiveness of the Group’s risk management system including the framework
and process for the identification and management of material risks.
The ARC reports to the Board on material matters, findings and recommendations pertaining to risk management.
In addition, the ARC reviews the effectiveness of the Group’s internal control and compliance systems on an
ongoing basis as required by the revised corporate governance code released by the HKSE and in accordance to the
risk appetite as defined by the Board.
The Group is responsible for the effective implementation of risk management strategy, policies and processes to
facilitate the achievement of business plans and goals within the risk tolerance established by the Board. Material
risks are proactively identified, addressed and reviewed on an on-going basis.
Integrated Assurance Framework

In December 2018, ARC adopted the integrated assurance framework (“IAF”) with the following guiding principles:
• apply a consistent methodology and approach to properties worldwide which are consistent with the
Company’s defined risk appetite.
• support the Group’s strategic focus and growing business needs.
• promote risk culture and awareness with the use of key risk indicators, risk escalation procedures,
management control assessment and reporting dashboard.
• develop common language for risks and controls across regions and properties.
This framework will be implemented progressively to our properties across the region. Key development to date
includes:
• Realignment of respective divisional audits of Security, Cyber Security, Food Safety Management, Fire and
Life Safety and Engineering.
• Introduction of a formal enterprise risk management (“ERM”) process as a common tool for risk assessment
and communication for the front-line operations and corporate functions.
• Implementing management control assessment (“MCA”) as part of the Management Assurance process
within the Integrated Assurance Framework.
• Formalising an improved Integrated Audit Plan.
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Risk Management Governance Structure
Fourth Line (The Board)

• Defend Shareholders’ & Board/
Owner’s value Audit & Risk
• Set the Tone Committee
Third Line (Integrated Audit)
• Risk based and focus on high risk
Internal External
entities / processes
• Important assurance to the Board Audit Audit
Second Line (Corporate Headquarter “HQ”)

• Formulating strategy, policies & procedures
• Set the Tone; Enforcing standards
• Focus on strategic level risks Corporate HQ Divisions
• Provide management assurance to the and Functions
Board
• Crisis management
First Line (Regions & Hotels)

• Execute strategy and plans
• Comply with policies & procedures Region and Hotels and Properties
• Focus on operational risks
• Manage incidents / emergencies &
Escalate crisis events
With the adoption of the IAF, the Company has structured its risk management governance into four Lines of
Defence with the following roles and responsibilities:
• The First Line of Defence is where the Regions and Properties are empowered to manage day-to-day
operational risks of their businesses. In addition, the Regions are to assist the Corporate HQ in ensuring
Hotels to implement and comply with the Group’s global strategies, policies, programmes and initiatives.
Hotel and Properties General Managers together with their executive committee are collectively responsible
to the Regional Leaders in the management of their respective Hotel risks and in compliance with
Group-wide policies and procedures. They are required to report to the Regions and Corporate HQ on any
risk change and any deviation from existing controls on an on-going basis.
• The Second Line of Defence comprises the Corporate HQ divisions and functions. Their primary
responsibility is to formulate strategy and policies. In addition, they are to ensure the standardisation and
consistency of policies and procedures and the effective monitoring of their compliance across the Regions,
Hotels and Properties. The respective Heads of Corporate Functions are appointed Risk Owners of the
Group’s material risks. The Risk Owners are responsible to ensure that the material risks identified by the
Group are being reviewed and managed effectively as part of the management assurance process. The
review of Group material risks is to be conducted on an annual basis.
• The Third Line of Defence provides independent assurance through the Internal Audit Team of the Company
and the External Auditor of the company. The Internal Audit Team reports the results of integrated internal
audit to the ARC and the External Auditor of the Company reports the results of the statutory audit to the
ARC. From time to time, external professionals are engaged to perform IT system penetration test and to
refresh key policies (eg Food Safety Management, etc.), processes and governance framework.
• The Fourth Line of Defence represents the Board’s commitment and overall responsibility to define the
risk appetite and tolerance of the Company and to ensure that the Company has maintained adequate and
effective risk management and internal control systems. The Board, through the ARC, provides supervision
to the Management on the assessment of the adequacy and effectiveness of the risk management and
internal control systems. The Board considers the works, findings and advice of the ARC in forming its own
view on the effectiveness of the systems. The ARC members report to the Board of Directors in the quarterly
Board meetings.
• The CFO was also appointed as the Chief Risk Officer in 2018. In that role, he oversees the risk governance
structure and process, reviews regularly the risk profile of the Group and ensures that all risks faced by the
Company are properly identified.
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Policies and Guidelines

Throughout 2018, reviews and updates to key corporate policy, manuals, procedural guidelines and delegation of
authority are being performed to ensure relevance which provide adequate and effective controls for the Regions
and Hotels/Properties owned and/or managed by the Group. These policies and guidelines are communicated via
electronic circulars and are posted on the Group’s intranet. In addition, the respective Corporate HQ divisions and
functions conduct periodic divisional audits to ensure compliance at the Region and Hotel levels. Audit findings
and results are being shared as lessons learnt and for performance management.
Code of Conduct, Handling and Dissemination of Inside Information

• The Group has a Code of Conduct and Ethics setting out the Group’s integrity and ethical values with
fundamental principles and guidelines. This code applies to all officers, employees and directors of the
Company, its subsidiaries, business units and controlled affiliates as well as employees of properties
managed by the Company. Employees are also obliged to maintain and protect the confidentiality of all
non-public information relating to the Company’s affairs (“Confidential Information”). Employees must not
disclose Confidential Information to outside parties unless authorised to do so by the Company or unless
such disclosure is required by law. Employees may not use Confidential Information for any other purpose
other than work-related matters. Employees must at all times take reasonable precautions to safeguard
inadvertent disclosure of Confidential Information. All employees have been provided with a copy of the
Code when hired and are required to confirm compliance with the Code.
• The Company has standard procedures to handle the reporting of financial and operating performance to
its shareholders, the issuing of public announcements and addressing the inquiries of its Shareholders and
investors. These procedures are detailed under the heading “Shareholders’ and Investors’ Communications”
of this report.
• The Directors and relevant executives of the Company are required to observe the Securities Principles.
• The Company has provided a Directors Handbook to all Directors. Key responsibilities and legal obligations
under the Listing Rules and the SFO have been included in this handbook. They are reminded to take
reasonable measures to ensure that proper safeguards exist to prevent a breach of the rules.
Whistleblowing Policy
The Group has posted on the Company’s corporate website a Whistleblowing and Whistleblower Protection Policy
which aims:
• to encourage business associates to report suspected wrongdoings as soon as possible with the confidence
that their concerns will be taken seriously and investigated as appropriate, and that their confidentially will
be respected;
• to provide avenues for business associates to raise concerns and define a way to handle these concerns;
• to enable the Company’s management to be informed at an early stage about acts of misconduct;
• to reassure business associates that they can raise genuine concerns in good faith without fear of reprisals,
even if they turn out to be mistaken;
• to help develop a culture of openness, accountability and integrity;
• to ensure all reported cases will be properly documented including initial investigation result, undertaking of
detailed investigation (if any) and result; and the final action taken.
• to ensure all reported cases will be forwarded to the VP Internal Audit for investigation. A working
committee comprising CEO, CFO, COO, CCHRO, General Counsel and VP Internal Audit will review the
investigation process and outcome. The working committee will provide an annual summary of all reported
cases and their investigation results to the ARC.
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Annual Review Cycle
For FY 2018, four ARC meetings were held with attendance by all ARC members and the Management team
comprising, the CEO, CFO and General Counsel who were also invited. The ARC also held private sessions with the
Internal and External Auditors,
Periods Key Activities
1St Quarter 1. Review report from External Auditor

2. Approval of the audited financial statements of the previous financial year
3. Approval of internal audit plan for current year
2nd Quarter 1. Review results from Internal Audit
3rd Quarter 1. Review report from External Auditor
2. Approval of first half interim results
3. Review results from Internal Audit
4th Quarter 1. Review results from Internal Audit
2. Update on Integrated Assurance Framework implementation
The Group’s Material Risks

The Company has reviewed the Group’s material risks and re-classified them into five categories:
Risk Category Material Risks
Strategic 1. Country and Political

2. Adverse External Events
3. Competition and Disruption
Operational 4. Health and Safety
5. Food Safety
Financial 6. Investment and Financing
Compliance 7. Regulatory
8. Internal Compliance
Information Technology 9. Cyber Security and Data Privacy
Internal Audit
The Company also monitors its internal financial control systems through management reviews and a programme
of internal audits. The internal audit team reviews the major operational and financial systems of the Group on a
continuing basis and aims to cover all major operations within every division on a rotational basis. The scope of its
review and of the audit programme is determined and approved by the ARC at the beginning of each financial year.
The internal audit reports directly to the ARC and submits regular reports for its review in accordance with the
approved programme.
Internal Controls
Internal control policies and procedures are designed to identify and manage the risks that the Group may be
exposed to, thereby providing reasonable assurance regarding the achievement of corporate objectives. Internal
financial systems also allow the Board to monitor the Group’s overall financial position, to protect the Group’s
assets and to mitigate against material financial misstatement or loss. Through the ARC, the Board has conducted
reviews of the effectiveness of the system of internal controls of the Group. The reviews cover all material controls,
including financial, operational and compliance controls and risk management functions.
2018 Effectiveness of the Company’s risk management and internal control systems
The ARC has received the management’s annual confirmation that the Company’s risk and management and
internal control systems are effective and adequate for the Financial Year. The annual review of the ARC has
not identified any significant control failings or weaknesses during the Financial Year, and it concurred with the
management’s confirmation.
The ARC has also reviewed and ensured the adequacy of resources, staff qualifications and experience, training
programmes and budget of the Company’s accounting, internal audit and financial reporting functions. Based
on the duties performed by the ARC and its recommendation, the Board confirmed that the Company’s risk and
management and internal control systems were effective and adequate for the Financial Year; and the Company’s
processes for financial reporting and Listing Rule compliance were effective.
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EXTERNAL AUDITORS
The Company’s Auditor is PricewaterhouseCoopers, Hong Kong.
For the Financial Year, the external auditors (including their other member firms) that provided audit and non-audit
services to the Group are as follows:
Fees charged
Services (USD’000)
Audit services (including interim review) 1,356
Non-audit services
(a) tax services 139
(b) other advisory services 138
Total 1,633
Other auditor(s)
Audit services 653
Non-audit services
(a) tax services 117
(b) other advisory services 36
Total 806
Auditor
The Financial Statements have been audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers who will retire and, being eligible, offer
themselves for re-appointment as the Auditor at the Annual General Meeting.
Responsibility for Financial Statements

The Directors acknowledge their responsibility for the preparation of the Financial Statements. In preparing the
Financial Statements, the generally accepted accounting standards in Hong Kong have been adopted, appropriate
accounting policies have been used and applied consistently, and reasonable and prudent judgements and
estimates have been made.
The Board is not aware of any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that may cast significant
doubt over the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern. Accordingly, the Board has continued to adopt the
going concern basis in preparing the Financial Statements.
The statement of the Auditor in regard to its reporting responsibilities on the Financial Statements is set out in the
section entitled “Independent Auditor’s Report”.
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GENERAL MEETING(S)
During the Financial Year, the following general meetings of Shareholders were held:
• annual general meeting held on 31 May 2018 at 10:30 am in Hong Kong
• special general meeting held on 31 May 2018 at 10:45 am in Hong Kong
All proposed Shareholders’ resolutions put to the above general meetings were resolved by poll vote and were duly
passed. The vote tally of each such resolution was set out in the Company’s announcements released on the day of
the general meetings.
The Auditor has attended the general meetings. The attendance of the members of the Board and/or each Board
committee at the general meetings is as follows:
Attended in the capacity of a member of

Designation Audit &
on meeting Nomination Remuneration Risk
Meetings date: 31 May 2018 Board date Committee Committee Committee
KUOK Hui Kwong ✔ ED & Chairman ✔ ✔
LIM Beng Chee ✔ ED & CEO
LUI Man Shing ✔ ED
HO Kian Guan (alternate – HO Chung Tao) ✔ (✔) NED ✔
Alexander Reid HAMILTON ✔ INED ✔ ✔ ✔
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur ✔ INED ✔ ✔ ✔
LEE Kai-Fu ✔ INED
YAP Chee Keong ✔ INED ✔

Total attendance 8/8 3/3 3/3 4/4
GENERAL MANDATES GRANTED TO DIRECTORS

New Issue Mandate
At the Company’s annual general meeting in 2018, Shareholders granted to the Directors a general mandate to
issue new Shares (subject to the requirements of the Listing Rules) representing not more than 20% of the issued
Shares as at the date of the general meeting.
Up to the date of the Annual Report, the general mandate has not been exercised. The general mandate will expire
not later than the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting.
The approval of a similar and refreshed general mandate will also be sought from Shareholders at the Annual
General Meeting. Details of the mandate have been set out in the notice convening the Annual General Meeting
which is issued simultaneously with the Annual Report.
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Share Repurchase Mandate

At the Company’s annual general meeting in 2018, Shareholders granted to the Directors a general mandate to
repurchase Shares (subject to the requirements of the Listing Rules) representing not more than 10% of the issued
Shares as at the date of the general meeting.
Up to the date of the Annual Report, the general mandate has not been exercised. The general mandate will expire
not later than the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting.
The approval of a similar and refreshed general mandate will also be sought from Shareholders at the Annual
General Meeting. Details of the mandate have been set out in the notice convening the Annual General Meeting
and a separate circular of the Company, both of which are issued simultaneously with the Annual Report.
Repurchase, Sale or Redemption of the Company’s Listed Securities

During the Financial Year, save for the purchase of shares in the Company for the purpose of the Company’s share
award scheme as disclosed in Note 18 to the Financial Statements, neither the Company nor any of its subsidiaries
had repurchased, sold or redeemed any of the listed securities of the Company.
DIVIDEND POLICY
The Board considered that the Company’s dividend policy should be based on the profits of the Group that
were not affected by exceptional items (ie, based on operating/recurring profits). Given the capital expenditure
requirements to support the Group’s expansion plans, the Board was of the view that 50% to 55% of operating/
recurring profits could be a general yet non-mandatory yardstick/benchmark for the Board’s consideration as
payment of dividends to Shareholders.
The total dividend paid/declared for the Financial Year represents 52% of the annual operating/recurring profits.
The Board reviews the Company’s dividend policy regularly to ensure that the policy is in line with market practice
and is appropriate considering the Group’s ongoing development plans.
INVESTOR RELATIONS
Shareholders’ Right to Propose a Person for Election as a Director
Shareholders shall have the right to propose a person for election as a Director at the Company’s general
meeting. Detailed procedures for this right have been posted on the Company’s corporate website, referred to as
“Procedures for Shareholders to Propose a Person for Election as a Director”.
Shareholders’ Right to Request to Convene a General Meeting

Shareholders shall also have the right to request the Board to convene a general meeting of the Company. Detailed
procedures for this right have been posted on the Company’s corporate website. Any Shareholder who wishes
to exercise his/her right hereof shall refer to the “Procedures for Shareholders’ Requests to Convene a General
Meeting” (“Procedures to Convene General Meeting”) as posted on the Company’s corporate website. The major
terms of the Procedures to Convene General Meeting are summarised as follows:
(1) Holder(s) of Shares who are registered in the Company’s register(s) of members as registered
Shareholder(s) (“Requisitionist(s)”) may submit a written request (“Requisition”) to convene a special
general meeting provided that the Requisitionist(s) is/are holding not less than one-tenth of the paid up
capital of the Company as at the date of the request.
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(2) The Requisition must:
(a) state the purpose(s) of the special general meeting and, where appropriate, be accompanied with
all necessary materials and information for the purposes of the subject matter of the special general
meeting;
(b) state the full name of each Requisitionist;
(c) state the number of the Shares held by each Requisitionist as at the date of the Requisition;
(d) state the valid contact details of each Requisitionist, including phone number and email address;
(e) be signed by each Requisitionist;
(f) be accompanied with a sum reasonably sufficient to meet the Company’s expenses in giving any
notice or statement to Shareholders; and
(g) be delivered to the Company at its registered office in Bermuda as well as its principal place of
business in Hong Kong and shall be addressed to the attention of the Company’s company secretary.
(3) If the Board receives a due Requisition:
(a) the Board shall convene a special general meeting within 21 calendar days immediately after the
Requisition is duly lodged with the Company in accordance with the Procedures to Convene General
Meeting; and
(b) the Board shall simultaneously issue notice and information of the special general meeting
(specifying the place, date and hour of the meeting and the general nature of the business to be
considered) to all Shareholders subject to and in accordance with the Bye-Laws, the Listing Rules and
the Bermuda Companies Act to convene the meeting which shall be held at least (i) 10 clear business
days in Hong Kong (excluding Saturdays) and (ii) 14 clear calendar days (excluding the day of notice
and the day it is deemed to have been served as well as the day of the meeting) after the notice.
(4) If the Board fails to convene a special general meeting in accordance with (3)(a) hereinabove, the
Requisitionist(s) or any of them may convene a special general meeting for the Requisition provided that:
(a) the aggregate voting rights of the Shares registered in the name of such Requisitionist(s) convening
the special general meeting represent more than one half of the total voting rights of the Shares
registered in the name of all the Requisitionist(s); and
(b) such Requisitionist(s) shall issue proper notice of the special general meeting to all Shareholders in a
similar manner to that set out in (3)(b) hereinabove to convene a special general meeting, and such
meeting shall be held within three calendar months immediately after the Requisition is duly lodged
with the Company in accordance with the Procedures to Convene General Meeting.
(5) The Board shall have the absolute right to request the Requisitionist(s) to provide further materials or
information in relation to the Requisition that the Board considers necessary to facilitate the convening, if
appropriate, of the special general meeting as requested. The Requisitionist(s) shall provide such further
materials and information that the Company may request in a timely fashion. The Board may reject a
Requisition that does not fulfil any conditions as set out in the Procedures to Convene General Meeting, or if
a special general meeting is, in the Board’s reasonable and absolute discretion, not appropriately requested
to be convened, and the Board shall inform the Requisitionists within 21 calendar days therefrom that the
request under the Requisition will not be progressed.
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Shareholder and Investor Communications

The Company reports on its financial and operating performance to Shareholders through interim and annual
reports. At annual general meetings of the Company, Shareholders may raise questions with the Directors relating
to the performance and future direction of the Group.
In addition, analyst briefings are held at least twice a year subsequent to the interim and the final results
announcements at which appropriate Executive Directors and management members are available to answer
queries on the Group.
Shareholders and investors may also address their enquiries to the Board through the enquiry channel available on
the Company’s corporate website.
In the event any Shareholder wishes to put forward any proposal to a general meeting of Shareholders or for the
Board’s consideration, the Shareholder shall raise his/her proposal to the Board in writing to the Company’s head
office and principal place of business in Hong Kong or through the enquiry channel on the Company’s corporate
website. If the Board considers the proposal appropriate, the Board will take appropriate action or arrangement for
consideration at the next available general meeting or Board meeting.
Key Dates for Shareholders in 2019

The key dates are set out in the section entitled “Corporate Information” in the Annual Report.
PUBLIC FLOAT
Based on the information recorded in the registers required to be kept by the Company under Sections 336 and
352 of the SFO or otherwise notified to the Company and within the knowledge of the Directors:
(1) as at Year End, the public float of the Shares made up 44.28% or a capitalisation of approximately
HKD18.42 billion based on the closing price of the Shares as at Year End; and
(2) a sufficient public float of the Shares as required by the Listing Rules has been maintained during the
Financial Year and the period thereafter up to the date of the Annual Report.
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Financial Report
Independent Auditor’s Report
To the Shareholders of Shangri-La Asia Limited
(incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability)
OPINION
What we have audited
The consolidated financial statements of Shangri-La Asia Limited (the “Company”) and its subsidiaries (the “Group”) set out on
pages 115 to 239, which comprise:
• the consolidated statement of financial position as at 31 December 2018;

• the consolidated statement of profit or loss for the year then ended;
• the consolidated statement of comprehensive income for the year then ended;
• the consolidated statement of changes in equity for the year then ended;
• the consolidated cash flow statement for the year then ended; and
• the notes to the consolidated financial statements, which include a summary of significant accounting policies.
Our opinion
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view of the consolidated financial position of the Group
as at 31 December 2018, and of its consolidated financial performance and its consolidated cash flows for the year then ended
in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards (“HKFRSs”) issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public
Accountants (“HKICPA”) and have been properly prepared in compliance with the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong
Companies Ordinance.
BASIS FOR OPINION

We conducted our audit in accordance with Hong Kong Standards on Auditing (“HKSAs”) issued by the HKICPA. Our
responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated
Financial Statements section of our report.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Independence
We are independent of the Group in accordance with the HKICPA’s Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (“the Code”),
and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code.
KEY AUDIT MATTERS

Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance in our audit of the
consolidated financial statements of the current period. These matters were addressed in the context of our audit of the
consolidated financial statements as a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on
these matters.
Key audit matters identified in our audit are summarised as follows:
• Impairment assessment of loss-making hotels

• Valuation of investment properties
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Financial Report

Key Audit Matter How our audit addressed the Key Audit Matter
Impairment assessment of loss-making hotels Our audit procedures in relation to management’s impairment
assessments included:
Refer to note 2.10 (Summary of significant accounting
policies), note 4.1(a) (Critical accounting estimates and – Assessing how management identified impairment
assumptions), note 7 (Property, plant and equipment), note indicators including their conclusion as to which hotel
9 (Leasehold land and land use rights), note 12 (Interest properties required impairment testing;
in associates and amounts due from associates), note
29 (Other losses – net) and note 33 (Share of profit of – Evaluating management’s future cash flow forecasts and
associates) to the consolidated financial statements. the processes by which they were drawn up, including
testing the underlying calculations and comparing them
The Group, through its subsidiaries and associates, holds to the latest Board approved budgets and the actual
equity interests in a number of hotel properties across Asia results of the prior period;
Pacific, Europe and Africa. The carrying values of these
hotel properties included in Property, plant and equipment – Assessing the appropriateness of methodologies used
(“PPE”) and Leasehold land and land use rights amounted by management or external valuers;
to USD5,538 million and USD484 million and the Group’s
proportionate share of the carrying value of hotel properties – Assessing the revenue growth rate and occupancy rate
included in the Interest in associates amounted to USD1,091 assumptions applied in the forecasts by comparing
million respectively on the consolidated statement of them to historic results and economic and industry
financial position at 31 December 2018. Given the different forecasts;
political and economic environments in which the Group
operates, the trading performance of the Group’s hotels – Assessing the country-specific discount rates with
varies with some recording losses. There is a risk that the reference to market data or our in-house valuation
carrying amounts of the loss-making hotels are higher than experts;
their recoverable amounts.
– Considering the potential impact of reasonably
Management performs impairment assessments on possible downside changes of the key assumptions on
the loss-making hotels with impairment indicators, and management’s impairment assessments;
considers each hotel as a separate cash-generating unit
(“CGU”). The recoverable amount is determined as the – Assessing external professional valuers’ competence,
higher of the CGU’s value-in-use and fair value less costs capabilities and objectivity, and reading the valuation
to sell. External valuations by independent professional reports prepared by the external valuers;
valuers are obtained when the internal assessments need
independent confirmation. – Checking, on a sample basis, the accuracy and
relevance of the input data used by the external valuers.
Based on the impairment assessments carried out by
management during the year ended 31 December 2018 and Based on our work and the evidence obtained, we found the
the reports of the independent professional valuers as at 31 significant judgements and estimates adopted by management
December 2018, a total amount of USD123.2 million was in the value-in-use and fair value less costs to sell calculations
charged against the consolidated statement of profit or loss were supportable in light of the current market environments.
during the year ended 31 December 2018.
We focused on this area as the impairment assessments

involve significant judgements and estimation uncertainty
about future business performance with key assumptions
including sales growth rate, occupancy rate, and discount
rate.
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Key Audit Matter How our audit addressed the Key Audit Matter
Valuation of investment properties Our audit procedures in relation to valuation of investment

properties held by the Group’s subsidiaries and associates
Refer to note 2.6 (Summary of significant accounting included:
policies), note 4.1(c) (Critical accounting estimates and
assumptions), note 8 (Investment properties) and note 12 – Evaluating the external valuers’ competence,
(Interest in associates and amounts due from associates) to capabilities and objectivity by considering their
the consolidated financial statements. independence, professional qualifications and relevant
experience in the markets where the Group’s investment
Investment properties held by the Group’s subsidiaries were properties are located, and reading their valuation
carried at fair value of USD1,479 million and the Group’s reports prepared for financial reporting purposes;
proportionate share of fair value of Investment properties
were carried at USD3,893 million in the Interest in associates – Considering the appropriateness and consistency of
respectively at 31 December 2018. The Group’s share of methodologies used in the property valuations based on
the net fair value changes in investment properties held by our knowledge of the industry and market practice;
subsidiaries and associates amounting to loss of USD26.0
million and gain of USD164.7 million respectively were – Assessing the reasonableness of the key assumptions
recorded in the consolidated statement of profit or loss adopted in the property valuations by comparing them
during the year ended 31 December 2018. to recent lettings of the Group’s investment properties,
actual occupancy rates achieved, recent market
The fair values of investment properties were supported transactions, industry reports, the Group’s budgets and
by property valuations carried out by independent firms actual costs incurred for properties under construction,
of professional valuers engaged by the Group or the key assumptions used in the prior year and with
relevant associates at 31 December 2018. For completed reference to our in-house valuation experts;
properties, the valuation methods were based on the income
capitalisation approach and direct comparison approach, – Checking, on a sample basis, the accuracy and
which required judgement and estimates on open market relevance of the valuation input data on existing leases
rents, capitalisation rates and occupancy rates. For properties by agreeing the rental income and lease terms to the
under construction, the residual approach was used and signed lease agreements.
significant judgement and estimates applied in the valuations
also included the estimated costs to completion and Based on our work and the evidence obtained, we found the
allowance for contingencies. methodologies used and key assumptions adopted in the
valuation of investment properties were supportable and in line
The existence of significant judgement and estimates in the with the industry and the relevant markets.
property valuations, and the size of the Group’s investment
property portfolio warrant specific audit attention to this
area.
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OTHER INFORMATION
The directors of the Company are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises all of the information
included in the annual report other than the consolidated financial statements and our auditor’s report thereon.
Our opinion on the consolidated financial statements does not cover the other information and we do not express any form of
assurance conclusion thereon.
In connection with our audit of the consolidated financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other information and, in
doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the consolidated financial statements or our
knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated.
If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are
required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF DIRECTORS AND THE AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE FOR THE CONSOLIDATED
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The directors of the Company are responsible for the preparation of the consolidated financial statements that give a true and
fair view in accordance with HKFRSs issued by the HKICPA and the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies
Ordinance, and for such internal control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of consolidated
financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements, the directors are responsible for assessing the Group’s ability to continue as a
going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless
the directors either intend to liquidate the Group or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
The Audit & Risk Committee is responsible for overseeing the Group’s financial reporting process.
AUDITOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE AUDIT OF THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements as a whole are free
from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. We
report our opinion solely to you, as a body, in accordance with Section 90 of the Companies Act 1981 of Bermuda and for no
other purpose. We do not assume responsibility towards or accept liability to any other person for the contents of this report.
Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with HKSAs will
always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material
if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the
basis of these consolidated financial statements.
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As part of an audit in accordance with HKSAs, we exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism
throughout the audit. We also:
• Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud
or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient
and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from
fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions,
misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
• Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate
in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Group’s internal
control.
• Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related
disclosures made by the directors.
• Conclude on the appropriateness of the directors’ use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit
evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt
on the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required
to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the consolidated financial statements or, if such
disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the
date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Group to cease to continue as a going
concern.
• Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the consolidated financial statements, including the
disclosures, and whether the consolidated financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a
manner that achieves fair presentation.
• Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or business activities
within the Group to express an opinion on the consolidated financial statements. We are responsible for the direction,
supervision and performance of the group audit. We remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.
We communicate with the Audit & Risk Committee regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit
and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.
We also provide the Audit & Risk Committee with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements
regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to
bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.
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From the matters communicated with the Audit & Risk Committee, we determine those matters that were of most significance
in the audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current period and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe
these matters in our auditor’s report unless law or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely
rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because the adverse consequences of
doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication.
The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this independent auditor’s report is CHAN Chiu Kong, Edmond.
Certified Public Accountants
Hong Kong, 20 March 2019
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Consolidated Statement
of Financial Position
As at 31 December
2018 2017
Note USD’000 USD’000
ASSETS
Non-current assets
Property, plant and equipment 7 5,537,840 6,281,592
Investment properties 8 1,478,672 1,448,853
Leasehold land and land use rights 9 484,441 498,417
Intangible assets 10 100,058 89,947
Interest in associates 12 3,911,801 3,870,057
Deferred income tax assets 25 7,507 8,138
Financial assets at fair value through
other comprehensive income 13 4,164 –
Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss 13 10,391 –
Available-for-sale financial assets 13 – 13,343
Derivative financial instruments 23 8,102 5,067
Other receivables 14 14,720 14,254
11,557,696 12,229,668
Current assets
Inventories 36,528 38,028
Properties for sale 16 153,097 46,208
Accounts receivable, prepayments and deposits 15 270,888 323,648
Amounts due from associates 12 70,742 90,450
Derivative financial instruments 23 3,472 1,738
Amounts due from non-controlling shareholders 24 – 37
Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss 13 18,836 –
Financial assets held for trading 13 – 23,534
Short-term deposits with original
maturities over 3 months 17 88,979 124,584
Cash and cash equivalents 17 970,410 797,278
1,612,952 1,445,505
Total assets 13,170,648 13,675,173
EQUITY
Capital and reserves attributable to
owners of the Company
Share capital and premium 18 3,201,995 3,198,420

Shares held for share award scheme 18 (4,996) –
Other reserves 20 693,368 1,117,763
Retained earnings 2,398,584 2,286,373
6,288,951 6,602,556
Non-controlling interests 24 387,937 439,440
Total equity 6,676,888 7,041,996
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of Financial Position
As at 31 December
2018 2017
LIABILITIES
Non-current liabilities
Bank loans 21 4,066,686 4,949,844
Fixed rate bonds 22 636,933 –
Derivative financial instruments 23 6,261 –
Deferred income tax liabilities 25 331,076 329,257
5,040,956 5,279,101
Current liabilities
Accounts payable and accruals 26 677,642 876,384
Deposits received on sales of properties – 199,313
Contract liabilities 27 286,890 –
Amounts due to non-controlling shareholders 24 35,050 27,942
Current income tax liabilities 20,425 15,118
Bank loans 21 431,220 234,831
Derivative financial instruments 23 1,577 488
1,452,804 1,354,076
Total liabilities 6,493,760 6,633,177
Total equity and liabilities 13,170,648 13,675,173
The notes on pages 123 to 239 are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
The financial statements on pages 115 to 239 were approved by the Board of Directors on 20 March 2019 and were signed on its
behalf.
KUOK Hui Kwong LIM Beng Chee

Director Director
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of Profit or Loss
Year ended 31 December
2018 2017
Revenue 5 2,517,857 2,189,823
Cost of sales 28 (1,113,268) (955,118)
Gross profit 1,404,589 1,234,705
Other losses – net 29 (126,427) (16,164)
Marketing costs 28 (99,039) (89,341)
Administrative expenses 28 (254,811) (220,548)
Other operating expenses 28 (743,804) (730,751)
Operating profit 180,508 177,901
Finance costs – net 32 (195,505) (131,419)
Share of profit of associates 33 305,393 203,684
Profit before income tax 290,396 250,166
Income tax expense 34 (106,658) (106,120)
Profit for the year 183,738 144,046
Profit/(Loss) attributable to:

Owners of the Company 192,905 157,997
Non-controlling interests (9,167) (13,951)
183,738 144,046
Earnings per share for profit attributable to

owners of the Company during the year
(expressed in US cents per share)
– basic 35 5.40 4.43
– diluted 35 5.40 4.42
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of Comprehensive Income
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Other comprehensive income/(loss):

Item that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss
Remeasurements of post employment benefit obligation 53 171
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss

Fair value changes of interest-rate swap contracts – hedging (1,871) 8,730
Fair value changes of available-for-sale financial assets – 1,632
Currency translation differences – subsidiaries (236,241) 316,974
Currency translation differences – associates (194,186) 214,137
Other comprehensive (loss)/income for the year (432,245) 541,644
Total comprehensive (loss)/income for the year (248,507) 685,690
Total comprehensive (loss)/income attributable to:

Owners of the Company (223,910) 669,916
Non-controlling interests (24,597) 15,774
(248,507) 685,690
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of Changes in Equity
Attributable to owners of the Company
Shares
Share held for Non-
capital and share award Other Retained controlling Total
premium scheme reserves earnings Total interests equity
Note USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Balance at 1 January 2018,
as previously reported 3,198,420 – 1,117,763 2,286,373 6,602,556 439,440 7,041,996
Change in accounting policy – HKFRS 9 – – (6,842) 6,842 – – –
Balance at 1 January 2018, as restated 3,198,420 – 1,110,921 2,293,215 6,602,556 439,440 7,041,996
Remeasurements of post-employment
benefit obligations – – – 41 41 12 53
Fair value changes of interest-rate
swap contracts – hedging – – (1,871) – (1,871) – (1,871)
Currency translation differences – – (414,985) – (414,985) (15,442) (430,427)
Other comprehensive income/(loss) for
the year recognised directly in equity – – (416,856) 41 (416,815) (15,430) (432,245)
Profit/(Loss) for the year – – – 192,905 192,905 (9,167) 183,738
Total comprehensive income/(loss) for
the year ended 31 December 2018 – – (416,856) 192,946 (223,910) (24,597) (248,507)
Exercise of share options – allotment of
shares 18 2,289 – – – 2,289 – 2,289
Exercise of share options – transfer from
share option reserve to share premium 20 1,286 – (1,286) – – – –
Shares purchase for share award scheme 18 – (7,924) – – (7,924) – (7,924)
Granting of shares under share
award scheme – – 3,550 – 3,550 – 3,550
Vesting of shares under share
award scheme 18 – 2,928 (2,961) 33 – – –
Payment of 2017 final dividend – – – (50,740) (50,740) – (50,740)
Payment of 2018 interim dividend – – – (36,870) (36,870) – (36,870)
Dividend paid and payable to
non-controlling shareholders – – – – – (20,056) (20,056)
Equity injected by non-controlling
shareholders – – – – – 765 765
Net change in equity loans due to
non-controlling shareholders – – – – – (7,615) (7,615)

3,575 (4,996) (697) (87,577) (89,695) (26,906) (116,601)
Balance at 31 December 2018 3,201,995 (4,996) 693,368 2,398,584 6,288,951 387,937 6,676,888
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of Changes in Equity
Attributable to owners of the Company
Non-
Share capital Other Retained controlling
and premium reserves earnings Total interests Total equity
Note USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Balance at 1 January 2017 3,191,801 606,320 2,192,707 5,990,828 421,606 6,412,434
Remeasurements of post-employment
benefit obligations – – 163 163 8 171
Fair value changes of interest-rate
swap contracts – hedging – 8,730 – 8,730 – 8,730
Fair value changes of available-
for-sale financial assets – 1,632 – 1,632 – 1,632
Currency translation differences – 501,394 – 501,394 29,717 531,111
Other comprehensive income for
the year recognised directly in equity – 511,756 163 511,919 29,725 541,644
Profit/(Loss) for the year – – 157,997 157,997 (13,951) 144,046
Total comprehensive income for
the year ended 31 December 2017 – 511,756 158,160 669,916 15,774 685,690
Exercise of share options
– allotment of shares 18 6,306 – – 6,306 – 6,306
– transfer from share option
reserve to share premium 20 313 (313) – – – –
Payment of 2016 final dividend – – (36,847) (36,847) – (36,847)
Payment of 2017 interim dividend – – (27,647) (27,647) – (27,647)
Dividend paid and payable to
non-controlling shareholders – – – – (21,393) (21,393)
Equity injected by non-controlling
shareholders – – – – 488 488
Net change in equity loans due to
non-controlling shareholders – – – – (2,806) (2,806)
Transfer from amounts due to
non-controlling shareholders – – – – 25,771 25,771
6,619 (313) (64,494) (58,188) 2,060 (56,128)
Balance at 31 December 2017 3,198,420 1,117,763 2,286,373 6,602,556 439,440 7,041,996
Included in the retained earnings are statutory funds of approximately USD75,301,000 (2017: USD71,207,000). These funds are
set up by way of appropriation from the profit after taxation of the respective companies, established and operating in Mainland
China, in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations.
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Consolidated Cash Flow
Statement
2018 2017
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash generated from operations 37(a) 707,888 727,426
Interest paid (172,396) (152,077)
Hong Kong profits tax paid (3,790) (11,461)
Overseas tax paid (85,384) (90,228)
Net cash generated from operating activities 446,318 473,660
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of property, plant and equipment (61,478) (231,261)
Capital expenditure on properties under development (92,862) (143,379)
Addition of leasehold land and land use rights (23,196) (387)
Capital expenditure on investment properties (113,925) (54,997)
Capital expenditure on intangible assets (7,017) –
Proceeds from disposal of property, plant and equipment;
and partial replacement of investment properties 32,664 1,264
Proceeds from disposal of controlling interests in a subsidiary – 7,826
Proceeds from disposal of equity interests in and equity
loan to an associate – 53,300
Acquisition of interests in a restaurant company
(net of cash acquired) (4,096) –
Capital injection to associates (1,730) –
Net (increase)/decrease in loans to associates (12,106) 6,150
Interest received 18,557 13,057
Dividends received from associates 96,092 105,768
Dividends received from listed securities 2,749 1,489
Addition of available-for-sale financial assets – (1,300)
Short term advance repaid from/(provided to)
a third party 2,450 (3,500)
Decrease in short-term bank deposits with original
maturities over 3 months 35,605 42,057
Net cash used in investing activities (128,293) (203,913)
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Consolidated Cash Flow

Statement
2018 2017
Cash flows from financing activities
Dividends paid to owners of the Company (87,610) (64,494)
Dividends paid to non-controlling shareholders (19,778) (21,403)
Net proceeds from issuance of ordinary shares 2,289 6,306
Purchase of shares for share award scheme (7,924) –
Net decrease in loans from non-controlling shareholders (3,261) (5,905)
Capital injection from non-controlling shareholders 765 488
Net proceeds from issuance of fixed rate bonds 636,852 –
Redemption of fixed rate bonds – (600,000)
Repayment of bank loans (1,620,686) (1,106,510)
Bank loans drawn down 980,437 1,523,810
Net cash used in financing activities (118,916) (267,708)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 199,109 2,039
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the year 797,278 777,577
Exchange (losses)/gains on cash and cash equivalents (25,977) 17,662
Cash and cash equivalents at end of the year 17 970,410 797,278
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Notes to the Consolidated
1 GENERAL INFORMATION
The principal activities of Shangri-La Asia Limited (“Company”) and its subsidiaries (together, “Group”) are the
development, ownership and operation of hotel properties, the provision of hotel management and related services, the
development, ownership and operations of investment properties and property development for sale.
The Company is a limited liability company incorporated in Bermuda. The address of its registered office is Canon’s
Court, 22 Victoria Street, Hamilton HM12, Bermuda.
The Company has its primary listing on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (“HKSE”) with
secondary listing on the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited.
2 SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

The principal accounting policies applied in the preparation of these consolidated financial statements are set out below.
These policies have been consistently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise stated.
2.1 Basis of preparation

The consolidated financial statements of the Group have been prepared in accordance with all applicable Hong
Kong Financial Reporting Standards (“HKFRS”). The consolidated financial statements have been prepared under
the historical cost convention except that certain financial assets, financial liabilities (including derivative financial
instruments) and investment properties are stated at fair value.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with HKFRS requires the use of certain critical accounting
estimates. It also requires management to exercise its judgement in the process of applying the Group’s
accounting policies. The areas involving a higher degree of judgement or complexity, or areas where assumptions
and estimates are significant to the consolidated financial statements are disclosed in Note 4.
2.1.1 New accounting standards, amendments and interpretation to accounting standards adopted by the Group
The following new accounting standards, amendments and interpretation to accounting standards
effective in 2018 which are relevant to the Group’s operations have been adopted by the Group for the first
time for the financial year beginning on 1 January 2018:
HKFRS 9 – Financial Instruments

HKFRS 15 – Revenue from Contracts with Customers
Amendments to HKFRS 2 – Classification and Measurement of Share-based Payment Transactions
Amendments to HKAS 40 – Transfer to Investment Property
HK(IFRIC)-Int 22 – Foreign Currency Transactions and Advance Consideration
Annual Improvements 2014-2016 cycle
All these new accounting standards, amendments and interpretation to accounting standards adopted by
the Group did not have any significant impact on the Group’s financial statements except for the following
impacts as a result of the adoption of HKFRS 9 and HKFRS 15.
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2 SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)
2.1 Basis of preparation (continued)
(continued)
a) HKFRS 9 Financial Instruments
HKFRS 9 addresses the classification, measurement and derecognition of financial assets and
financial liabilities, introduces new rules for hedge accounting and a new impairment model for
financial assets.
Impact of adoption
The adoption of HKFRS 9 does not have material impact to the Group, except for the club
debentures which were reclassified from available-for-sale (“AFS”) financial assets measured at
fair value as previously reported to financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (“FVPL”).
The cumulative fair value gains of USD6,842,000 were transferred from the AFS financial assets
reserve to retained earnings on 1 January 2018. For the year ended 31 December 2018, net fair
value gains of USD1,216,000 relating to these club debentures were recognised in profit or loss.
The other financial assets held by the Group include:
• equity and loan instruments which were reclassified from AFS financial assets measured at
fair value to financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income (“FVOCI”);
and
• equity investments of listed securities which were previously classified as financial assets
held for trading measured at fair value would continue to be measured on the same basis
under HKFRS 9
Gains or losses realised on the sale of equity interests at FVOCI in the future will no longer be
transferred to profit or loss on sale, but instead reclassified below the line from the FVOCI reserve
to retained earnings. In addition, gains or losses realised on the sale of debt instruments at FVOCI
in the future will be transferred to profit or loss on sale.
There was no impact on the Group’s accounting for financial liabilities, as the new requirements
only affect the accounting for financial liabilities that are designated at FVPL and the Group does
not have any such liabilities.
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(continued)
a) HKFRS 9 Financial Instruments (continued)
Impact of adoption (continued)
The new hedge accounting rules align the accounting for hedging instruments more closely with
the Group’s risk management practices. As a general rule, more hedge relationships might be
eligible for hedge accounting, as the standard introduces a more principles-based approach. The
Group’s interest-rate swap contracts aimed at hedging the Group’s bank borrowing interests would
continue to qualify as effective hedges upon the adoption of HKFRS 9 and there was no impact on
the Group’s accounting for the interest-rate swap contracts.
The Group adopted the simplified version of the expected credit loss model on trade receivables,
which involves assessing lifetime expected credit losses on all balances. To estimate the required
impairment provision, management will assess historical collection rates of each operating entity
and will consider adjustments for future expectations. There was no material impact on the
financial statements from the application of the expected credit loss model on trade receivables.
The Group has applied the transitional provisions set out in HKFRS 9 without restating comparative
information.
b) HKFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers

The HKFRS 15 replaces HKAS 18 which covers contracts for goods and services and HKAS 11 which
covers construction contracts and the related literature. The new standard is based on the principle
that revenue is recognised when control of a good or service transfers to a customer.
Impact of adoption
Certain operating expenses charged by the Group to its managed hotels on a net basis as
reimbursement previously would be recognised on a gross basis in the consolidated statement
of profit or loss (i.e. income and expense of the same amount will be recognised) on adoption
of the new standard as the Group is regarded as having controls over these operating activities.
As a result, for the year ended 31 December 2018, both the revenue and operating expenses of
the Group’s consolidated statement of profit or loss were increased by USD39,571,000 while the
consolidated retained earnings at 1 January 2018 were unaffected.
The Group recognises contract liabilities when a customer pays consideration, or is contractually
required to pay consideration, before the Group recognises the related revenue. These contract
liabilities, including receipts in advance from customers and unredeemed loyalty points liabilities,
are required to be separately presented following the adoption of HKFRS 15.
The Group has adopted the modified retrospective approach set out in HKFRS 15 without restating
comparative information.
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(continued)
c) Impact on the consolidated financial statements
The following table shows the reclassifications and adjustments recognised for each individual line
item in the consolidated statement of financial position on 1 January 2018. Financial numbers as
at 31 December 2017 are not restated. Line items that were not affected by the changes are not
shown.
31 Dec 2017
Consolidated statement of as previously Impact from adoption of 1 Jan 2018
financial position (extract) reported HKFRS 9 HKFRS 15 as restated
Assets
AFS financial assets (non-current) 13,343 (13,343) – –
Financial assets at FVPL (non-current) – 9,198 – 9,198
Financial assets at FVOCI (non-current) – 4,145 – 4,145
Financial assets held for trading (current) 23,534 (23,534) – –
Financial assets at FVPL (current) – 23,534 – 23,534
Liabilities
Accounts payable and accruals 876,384 – (150,505) 725,879
Deposits received on sales of properties 199,313 – (199,313) –
Contract liabilities – – 349,818 349,818
Equity
Other reserves 1,117,763 (6,842) – 1,110,921
Retained earnings 2,286,373 6,842 – 2,293,215
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(continued)
c) Impact on the consolidated financial statements (continued)
The following tables show the impact on each individual line item of the consolidated statement
of profit or loss and consolidated statement of comprehensive income for the year ended 31
December 2018 and the consolidated statement of financial position as of 31 December 2018
following the adoption of the HKFRS 9 and HKFRS 15. Line items that were not affected by the
changes are not shown.
For the year ended 31 December 2018
Before
Consolidated statement of adoption of Impact from adoption of
profit or loss (extract) new standards HKFRS 9 HKFRS 15 As reported
Revenue 2,478,286 – 39,571 2,517,857

Other losses – net (127,643) 1,216 – (126,427)
Other operating expenses (704,233) – (39,571) (743,804)
Operating profit 179,292 1,216 – 180,508
Profit before income tax 289,180 1,216 – 290,396
Profit for the year 182,522 1,216 – 183,738
Profit attributable to owners

of the Company 191,689 1,216 – 192,905
For the year ended 31 December 2018
Before
comprehensive income (extract) new standards HKFRS 9 HKFRS 15 As reported
Profit for the year 182,522 1,216 – 183,738
Other comprehensive income:

Fair value changes of

AFS financial assets 1,216 (1,216) – –
Other comprehensive loss

for the year (431,029) (1,216) – (432,245)
Total comprehensive income
for the year (248,507) – – (248,507)
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(continued)
c) Impact on the consolidated financial statements (continued)
As at 31 December 2018
Before
financial position (extract) new standards HKFRS 9 HKFRS 15 As reported
Assets
AFS financial assets (non-current) 14,555 (14,555) – –
Financial assets at FVPL (non-current) – 10,391 – 10,391
Financial assets at FVOCI (non-current) – 4,164 – 4,164
Financial assets held for trading (current) 18,836 (18,836) – –
Financial assets at FVPL (current) – 18,836 – 18,836
Liabilities
Accounts payable and accruals 820,435 – (142,793) 677,642
Deposits received on sales of properties 144,097 – (144,097) –
Contract liabilities – – 286,890 286,890
Equity
Other reserves 694,584 (1,216) – 693,368
Retained earnings 2,397,368 1,216 – 2,398,584
The adoption of HKFRS 9 and HKFRS 15 has insignificant impact to the earnings per share and
has no impact on the net cash flow from operating, investing and financing activities on the
consolidated statement of cash flows for the year ended 31 December 2018 and 2017.
2.1.2 New accounting policy for the share award scheme

The Group operates the share award scheme during the year ended 31 December 2018. Details of the
accounting policies are set out in Note 2.27.
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2.1.3 New standards, amendments and interpretation to standards not yet adopted by the Group
Certain new accounting standards, amendments and interpretation to standards have been published that
are not mandatory for the year 2018 and have not been early adopted by the Group. The Group has already
commenced the assessment of the impact to the Group and is not yet in a position to state whether these
would have a significant impact on its results of operations and financial position, except for the following
set out below:
HKFRS 16 Lease
Nature of change
HKFRS 16 sets out the principles for the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of leases
and requires almost all leases being recognised by the lessee on the statement of financial position, as the
distinction between operating and finance lease is removed. Lessor accounting is substantially unchanged
and lessors will continue to classify all leases using the same classification between operating and finance
lease.
Impact
At the commencement date of a lease, a lessee will recognise a financial liability to make lease payments
(i.e. the lease liability) and an asset representing the right to use the underlying asset during the lease
term (i.e. the right-of-use asset). The only exceptions are short-term and low-value leases. Lessees will be
required to separately recognise the interest expense on the lease liability and the depreciation expense on
the right-of-use asset instead of the lease expense. The new standard will affect primarily the accounting
for the Group’s operating leases. The financials in relation to the Group’s leasehold land and leasehold
premises which are required to pay scheduled lease payments will be most affected by the new standard.
The Group is quantifying to what extent these changes will result in the recognition of the right-of-use
asset and the lease liability and how this will affect the Group’s profit and classification of cash flows.
Based on the current assessment, it is estimated that the change in accounting for the Group’s operating
lease would have caused the profit attributable to owners of the Company and total equity decreases
by approximately 5% and 2%, respectively for the year ended 31 December 2018 if HKFRS 16 has been
adopted from 1 January 2018.
Date of adoption by the Group

The new standard is mandatory for financial years commencing on or after 1 January 2019. The Group
intends to apply the simplified transition approach and will not restate the comparative amounts for the
year prior to first adoption. Right-of-use assets for the leases will be measured on transition as if the new
rules had always been applied.
There are no other standards that are not yet effective and that would be expected to have a material
impact on the entity in the current or future reporting periods and on foreseeable future transactions.
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2.2 Consolidation
The consolidated financial statements included the financial statements of the Company and all its subsidiaries
made up to 31 December.
(a) Subsidiaries
A subsidiary is an entity (including a structured entity) over which the Group has control. The Group
controls an entity when the Group is exposed to, or has rights to obtain, variable returns from its
involvement with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the entity.
Subsidiaries are consolidated from the date on which control is transferred to the Group. They are
deconsolidated from the date that control ceases.
The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for business combinations by the Group. The
consideration transferred for the acquisition of a subsidiary is the fair values of the assets transferred,
the liabilities incurred and the equity interests issued by the Group. The consideration transferred
includes the fair value of any asset or liability resulting from a contingent consideration arrangement.
Acquisition-related costs are expensed as incurred. Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and
contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are measured initially at their fair values at the
acquisition date.
Non-controlling interests represent the equity in a subsidiary not attributable directly or indirectly to the
Group. For each business combination, the Group can elect to measure any non-controlling interests either
at fair value or at the non-controlling interests’ proportionate share of the subsidiary’s identifiable net
assets.
The excess of the consideration transferred over the fair value of the Group’s share of the identifiable net
assets acquired is recorded as goodwill. If the consideration is less than the fair value of the net assets
of the subsidiary acquired in the case of a bargain purchase, the difference is recognised directly in the
consolidated statement of profit or loss as negative goodwill.
Intra-group transactions, balances and unrealised gains on transactions between group companies
are eliminated. Unrealised losses are also eliminated unless the transaction provides evidence of an
impairment of the transferred assets. Accounting policies of subsidiaries have been changed where
necessary to ensure consistency with the policies adopted by the Group.
In the Company’s statement of financial position, the investments in subsidiaries are stated at cost less
provision for impairment losses, if any. The results of subsidiaries are accounted for by the Company on
the basis of dividend received and receivable.
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2.2 Consolidation (continued)
(b) Transactions with non-controlling interests
The Group treats transactions with non-controlling interests as transactions with equity owners of the
Group. For purchases of additional interest in subsidiaries from non-controlling interests, the difference
between fair value of any consideration paid and the relevant share acquired of the carrying value of net
assets of the subsidiary is recorded in equity. Gains or losses on disposals of partial interest in subsidiaries
to non-controlling interests are also recorded in equity.
(c) Disposal of subsidiaries

Changes in the Group’s interests in a subsidiary that do not result in a loss of control are accounted for
as equity transactions, whereby adjustments are made to the amounts of controlling and non-controlling
interests within consolidated equity to reflect the change in relative interests and no gain or loss is
recognised.
When the Group ceases to have control, any retained interest in the entity is re-measured to its fair value
at the date when control is lost, with the change in carrying amount recognised in profit or loss. The fair
value is the initial carrying amount for the purposes of subsequently accounting for the retained interest
as an associate, joint venture or financial asset. In addition, any amounts previously recognised in other
comprehensive income in respect of that entity are accounted for as if the Group had directly disposed of
the related assets or liabilities. This may mean that amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive
income are reclassified to profit or loss.
(d) Associates
Associates are all entities over which the Group has significant influence but not control, generally
accompanying a shareholding of between 20% and 50% of the voting rights. Investments in associates
are accounted for using the equity method of accounting and are initially recognised at cost, and the
carrying amount is increased or decreased to recognise the investor’s share of profit or loss and other
comprehensive income of the investee after the date of acquisition. The Group’s investment in associates
includes goodwill (net of any accumulated impairment losses) identified on acquisition (see Note 2.8).
If the ownership interest in an associate is reduced but significant influence is retained, only the
proportionate share of the amounts previously recognised in other comprehensive income is reclassified to
profit or loss where appropriate.
The Group’s share of its associates’ post-acquisition profits or losses is recognised in the statement of
profit or loss, and its share of post-acquisition movements in reserves is recognised in reserves. The
cumulative post-acquisition movements are adjusted against the carrying amount of the investment.
When the Group’s share of losses in an associate equals or exceeds its interest in the associate (including
any other unsecured receivables), the Group does not recognise further losses unless it has incurred legal
or constructive obligations or made payments on behalf of the associate.
Unrealised gains on transactions between the Group and its associates are eliminated to the extent of the
Group’s interest in the associates. Unrealised losses are also eliminated unless the transaction provides
evidence of an impairment of the asset transferred. Accounting policies of associates have been changed
where necessary to ensure consistency with the policies adopted by the Group.
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2.3 Segment reporting
Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the chief
operating decision-maker. The chief operating decision-maker, who is responsible for allocating resources
and assessing performances of the operating segments, has been identified as the executive directors of the
Company.
2.4 Foreign currency translation

(a) Functional and presentation currency
Items included in the financial statements of each of the Group’s principal subsidiaries are measured
using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (“the functional
currency”). The consolidated financial statements are presented in United States dollars (USD), which is
the Company’s functional and presentation currency.
(b) Transactions and balances

Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the exchange rates
prevailing at the dates of the transactions. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement
of such transactions and from the translation at year-end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities
denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in the statement of profit or loss, except those arising
from qualifying cash flow hedges and qualifying net investment hedges which would be recognised in
other comprehensive income.
Foreign exchange gains and losses including those relate to borrowings and cash and bank balances are
presented in the consolidated statement of profit or loss within “Finance costs – net”.
Translation differences on monetary items, such as financial assets at FVPL, are reported as part of the fair
value gain or loss. Translation differences on non-monetary items are included in equity.
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2.4 Foreign currency translation (continued)
(c) Group companies
The results and financial position of all the Group entities (none of which has the currency of a
hyperinflationary economy) that have a functional currency different from the presentation currency are
translated into the presentation currency as follows:
(i) assets and liabilities for each statement of financial position presented are translated at the closing
rate at the date of that statement of financial position;
(ii) income and expenses for each statement of profit or loss are translated at average exchange
rates (unless this average is not a reasonable approximation of the cumulative effect of the rates
prevailing on the transaction dates, in which case income and expenses are translated at the dates
of the transactions); and
(iii) all resulting exchange differences are recognised as a separate component of equity.
On consolidation, exchange differences arising from the translation of the net investment in foreign
entities, and of borrowings, are taken to shareholders’ equity. When a foreign operation is sold, such
exchange differences are recognised in the statement of profit or loss as part of the gain or loss on sale.
Goodwill and fair value adjustments on assets and liabilities arising on the acquisition of a foreign entity
are treated as assets and liabilities of the foreign entity and translated at the closing rate at the date of the
statement of financial position.
2.5 Property, plant and equipment

Buildings comprise mainly hotel properties. Property, plant and equipment, including leasehold land classified as
finance lease, are stated at historical cost less depreciation and impairment losses, if any. Historical cost includes
expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the items.
Subsequent costs are included in the asset’s carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate,
only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Group and the
cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance are expensed in the statement of
profit or loss during the financial period in which they are incurred.
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2.5 Property, plant and equipment (continued)
Depreciation is calculated to write off the cost to their residual value on a straight-line basis over the expected
useful lives. The useful lives or principal annual rates used are:
Leasehold land classified as finance lease Underlying land lease term

Hotel properties and other buildings Lower of underlying land lease term or 50 years
Plant and machinery 5% to 10%
Furniture, fixtures and equipment 10% to 331/3%
Motor vehicles 20% to 25%
The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each date of the
statement of financial position.
Properties under development and freehold land for hotel properties are not subject to depreciation and are stated
at cost less accumulated impairment, if any. Leasehold land classified as finance lease commences depreciation
from the time when the land is available for its intended use.
An asset’s carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset’s carrying amount
is greater than its estimated recoverable amount.
Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing the proceeds with the carrying amount and are
recognised within other operating expenses in the statement of profit or loss if the disposal is arising from normal
operation of the business.
2.6 Investment properties

Property that is held for long-term rental yields or for capital appreciation or both, and that is not occupied by
the Group, is classified as investment property. Property that is being constructed or developed for future use as
investment property is also classified as investment property before construction or development is completed.
Investment property comprises land held under operating lease or freehold and buildings. Land held under
operating leases is classified and accounted for as investment property without amortisation when the rest of the
definition of investment property is met.
Investment property is measured initially at cost, including related transaction costs and where applicable
borrowing costs. After initial recognition, investment property is carried at fair value, representing open market
value determined by external professional valuers. Property under construction that is being classified as
investment property is revalued to fair value when it becomes reliably determinable on a continuing basis. The
valuations performed by the independent valuers for financial reporting purposes would be reviewed by the
Group’s management and discussions of valuation processes and results are held with the valuers at least once
every six months to be in line with the Group’s interim and annual reporting requirements. Changes in fair values
are recognised in the statement of profit or loss.
Subsequent expenditure is charged to the asset’s carrying amount only when it is probable that future economic
benefits associated with the item will flow to the Group and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All
other repairs and maintenance costs are expensed in the statement of profit or loss during the financial period in
which they are incurred.
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2.7 Leasehold land and land use rights
Prepaid leasehold land premiums or land use rights for hotel properties or for development of hotel properties,
other than those considered as finance lease as grouped under property, plant and equipment, are classified and
accounted for as leasehold land and land use rights and are stated at cost and amortised over the period of the
lease on a straight-line basis to the statement of profit or loss.
2.8 Intangible assets

(a) Goodwill
Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of an acquisition over the fair value of the Group’s share of
the net identifiable assets of the acquired subsidiary/associate at the date of acquisition. Goodwill on
acquisitions of subsidiaries is included in intangible assets. Goodwill on acquisitions of associates is
included in interest in associates. Goodwill on acquisitions is tested for impairment at least annually or
more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate a potential impairment. Gains and losses
on the disposal of an entity include the carrying amount of goodwill relating to the entity sold.
Goodwill is stated at cost less accumulated impairment losses. Goodwill arising on a business
combination is allocated to cash-generating units (“CGUs”), or groups of CGUs, that is expected to benefit
from the synergies of the combination for the purpose of impairment testing.
The carrying value of the CGU containing the goodwill is compared to the recoverable amount, which
is the higher of value in use and the fair value less costs of disposal. Any impairment is recognised
immediately as an expense and is not subsequently reversed.
(b) Trademarks and licences

Trademarks and licences are shown at historical cost. Trademarks and licences have a finite useful life and
are carried at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment, if any. Amortisation is calculated using
the straight-line method to allocate the cost of trademarks and licences over their estimated useful lives of
20 to 50 years.
(c) Website and system development costs

Website and system development costs that are directly associated with the development of identifiable
and unique products controlled by the Group, and that will probably generate economic benefits exceeding
costs beyond one year, are recognised as intangible assets. Such development costs are carried at cost
less accumulated amortisation and impairment, if any. Amortisation is calculated using the straight-line
method to allocate the cost over their estimated useful lives of 3 years upon commencement of operation.
2.9 Offsetting financial assets and liabilities

Financial assets and liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the statement of financial position
when there is a legally enforceable right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on
a net basis or realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. The legally enforceable right must not be
contingent on future events and must be enforceable in the normal course of business and in the event of default,
insolvency or bankruptcy of the company or the counterparty.
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2.10 Impairment of investments in subsidiaries, associates and non-financial assets
Intangible assets that have an indefinite useful life, for example goodwill, or intangible assets not ready for use are
not subject to amortisation and are tested annually for impairment. Assets that are subject to amortisation are
reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not
be recoverable. For the impairment assessment for hotel properties, these indications include continuing adverse
changes in the local market conditions in which the hotel operates or will operate, or when the hotel continues to
operate at a loss position and its financial performance is worse than expected. An impairment loss is recognised
for the amount by which the asset’s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount
is the higher of an asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value in use. For the purposes of assessing impairment,
assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows (cash-generating
units). Non-financial assets other than goodwill that suffered an impairment are reviewed for possible reversal of
the impairment at each reporting date.
Impairment testing of the investments in subsidiaries or associates is required if the carrying amount of the
investment in the separate financial statements exceeds the carrying amount in the consolidated financial
statements of the investee’s net assets including goodwill.
2.11 Financial assets

The Group classifies its investments in the following categories: financial assets at amortised cost, FVPL and
FVOCI. The classification depends on the Group’s business model for managing the investments. Management
determines the classification of its investments at initial recognition.
(a) Recognition and derecognition

Regular way purchases and sales of financial assets are recognised on trade-date, the date on which the
Group commits to purchase or sell the asset. Financial assets are derecognised when the rights to receive
cash flows from the financial assets have expired or have been transferred and the Group has transferred
substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership.
(b) Measurement
Subsequent to initial recognition, debt instruments financial assets are measured as follows.
Amortised cost
Assets that are held for collection of contractual cash flows where those cash flows represent solely
payments of principal and interest are measured at amortised cost. Interest income from these financial
assets is included in finance income using the effective interest rate method. Any gain or loss arising on
derecognition is recognised directly in profit or loss and presented in other gains/(losses) together with
foreign exchange gains and losses. Impairment losses which are significant are presented as separate line
item in the statement of profit or loss.
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2.11 Financial assets (continued)
(b) Measurement (continued)
FVOCI
Assets that are held for collection of contractual cash flows and for selling the financial assets, where
the assets’ cash flows represent solely payments of principal and interest, are measured at FVOCI.
Movements in the carrying amount are taken through OCI, except for the recognition of impairment
gains or losses, interest income and foreign exchange gains and losses which are recognised in profit or
loss. When the financial asset is derecognised, the cumulative gain or loss previously recognised in OCI
is reclassified from equity to profit or loss and recognised in other gains/(losses). Interest income from
these financial assets is included in other gains/(losses) using the effective interest rate method. Foreign
exchange gains and losses are presented in other gains/(losses) and impairment expenses are presented
as separate line item in the statement of profit or loss.
FVPL
Assets that do not meet the criteria for amortised cost or FVOCI are measured at FVPL. A gain or loss on
a debt investment that is subsequently measured at FVPL is recognised in profit or loss and presented net
within other gains/(losses) in the period in which it arises.
For equity instruments, the Group subsequently measures all equity investments at fair value. Where
the Group’s management has elected to present fair value gains and losses on equity investments in
OCI, there is no subsequent reclassification of fair value gains and losses to profit or loss following the
derecognition of the investment. Dividends from such investments continue to be recognised in profit or
loss as other income when the group’s right to receive payments is established.
Changes in the fair value of financial assets at FVPL are recognised in other gains/(losses) in the
statement of profit or loss as applicable. Impairment losses (and reversal of impairment losses) on equity
investments measured at FVOCI are not reported separately from other changes in fair value.
(c) Impairment
The Group assesses on a forward looking basis the expected credit losses associated with its debt
instruments carried at amortised cost and FVOCI. The impairment methodology applied depends on
whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk.
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(d) Accounting policies applied until 31 December 2017
The Group has applied HKFRS 9 retrospectively, but has elected not to restate comparative information.
As a result, the comparative information provided continues to be accounted for in accordance with the
Group’s previous accounting policy. Until 31 December 2017, the Group classifies its financial assets in the
following categories: financial assets held for trading, loans and receivables and available-for-sale financial
assets. The classification depends on the purpose for which the investments were acquired. Management
determines the classification of its investments at initial recognition and re-evaluates this classification at
every reporting date.
(i) Financial assets held for trading

A financial asset is classified in this category if acquired principally for the purpose of selling in
the short term. Assets in this category are classified as current assets if they are either held for
trading or are expected to be realised within 12 months from the date of the statement of financial
position; otherwise, they are classified as non-current assets.
(ii) Loans and receivables

Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments
that are not quoted in an active market. They arise when the Group provides money, goods or
services directly to a debtor with no intention of trading the receivable. They are included in current
assets, except for maturities greater than 12 months after the date of the statement of financial
position which are classified as non-current assets. Loans and receivables included trade and other
receivables in the statement of financial position (Note 2.15).
(iii) Available-for-sale financial assets

Available-for-sale financial assets are non-derivatives that are either designated in this category
or not classified in any of the other categories. They are included in non-current assets unless
management intends to dispose of the investment within 12 months from the date of the statement
of financial position.
Purchases and sales of investments are recognised on the trade-date – the date on which the Group
commits to purchase or sell the asset. Investments are initially recognised at fair value plus transaction
costs for all financial assets. Investments are derecognised when the rights to receive cash flows from the
investments have expired or have been transferred and the Group has transferred substantially all risks
and rewards of ownership. Financial assets held for trading are subsequently carried at fair value based on
current market closing bid prices with realised and unrealised gains and losses arising from changes in the
fair value included in the statement of profit or loss in the period in which they arise. Loans and receivables
are carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method less impairment with changes in carrying
value to be recognised in the statement of profit or loss. Unlisted equity as included in available-for-sale
financial assets are stated at cost less impairment (which is charged to the statement of profit or loss)
as the fair value of these unlisted financial assets cannot be reliably measured. Club debentures held for
long-term investment purpose and included in available-for-sale financial assets are stated at fair value
and the changes in fair value are recognised in equity.
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(d) Accounting policies applied until 31 December 2017 (continued)
The Group assesses at each date of the statement of financial position whether there is objective evidence
that a financial asset or a group of financial assets is impaired. In the case of available-for-sale financial
assets, a significant or prolonged decline in the fair value below its cost is considered as an indicator
whether the asset is impaired. If any such evidence exists for available-for-sale financial assets, the
cumulative loss (measured as the difference between the acquisition cost and the current fair value, less
any impairment loss on that financial asset previously recognised in the statement of profit or loss) is
removed from equity and recognised in the statement of profit or loss.
2.12 Derivative financial instruments (hedging and non-hedging)

Derivative financial instruments are initially recognised at fair value on the date a derivative contract is entered
into and are subsequently re-measured at their fair values.
In order to determine whether the instruments qualify for hedge accounting or not, the Group performs an
analysis to assess whether changes in the cash flows of the instruments are deemed highly effective in offsetting
changes in the cash flows of the hedged items.
(a) Hedging
Hedging instruments are initially recognised at fair value on the date of the contract entered into and are
re-measured to their fair value at subsequent reporting dates. The effective portion of the change in the
fair value of the contracts is recognised in “Hedging reserve” in equity. The gain or loss relating to the
ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the “Other gains/(losses) – net” of statement of profit or
loss.
For interest-rate swap contracts used for hedging bank loan interest payment under bank loan agreements
in order to swap the floating interest rate borrowings to fixed interest rate borrowings, the related cash
flows in the same period of the hedged transaction are classified as interest expenses in the statement of
profit or loss.
For currency forward contracts used to hedge the currency risk associated with the forecast foreign
currency payment obligation under certain sale and purchase agreements for capital expenditure
investment executed, the amounts accumulated in the “Hedging reserve” were transferred out and were
included in the initial investment cost of the net asset acquired when the payment was made.
For currency forward contracts used to hedge the currency risk associated with the forecast foreign
currency receipt during the year, the difference between the net cash received and the then book value of
the receivable are classified as finance cost.
If at any time the hedging instruments are no longer highly effective as a hedge, the Group discontinues
hedge accounting for those hedging instruments and all subsequent changes in fair value are recorded in
“Other gains/(losses) – net”.
When a forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur, the cumulative gain or loss that was
recognised in equity is immediately transferred to the statement of profit or loss within “Other
gains/(losses) – net”.
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2.12 Derivative financial instruments (hedging and non-hedging) (continued)
(b) Non-hedging
Derivative financial instruments including cross currency swap contracts that do not qualify for hedge
accounting are categorised as derivatives at fair value through profit or loss and changes in the fair value
of these derivative instruments are recognised immediately in the consolidated statement of profit or loss
within “Other gains/(losses) – net”.
2.13 Inventories
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value.
Cost, being cost of purchase, is determined on a weighted average basis. Net realisable value is the estimated
selling price in the ordinary course of business, less applicable variable selling expense.
2.14 Properties for sale

Properties for sale are initially measured at the carrying amount of the property at the date of reclassification from
properties under development. Subsequently, the properties are carried at the lower of cost and net realisable
value. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business less selling expenses.
2.15 Trade and other receivables

Trade receivables are amounts due from customers for goods sold or services performed in the ordinary course
of business. They are generally due for settlement within a short period of time and therefore are all classified as
current.
A receivable is recognised when the Group has an unconditional right to receive consideration. A right to receive
consideration is unconditional if only the passage of time is required before payment of that consideration is
due. Receivables are stated at amortised cost using the effective interest method less allowance for credit losses.
The Group’s policies on the recognition of credit losses are set out in Note 3.1(b) to this consolidated financial
statements.
Before 1 January 2018, the provision for impairment of trade and other receivable is made using the incurred loss
model when there is objective evidence that the Group will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the
original terms of receivables. The amount of the provision is the difference between the asset’s carrying amount
and the present value of estimated future cash flows, discounted at the effective interest rate.
2.16 Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term highly liquid
investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts, if any, are
shown within bank loans in current liabilities on the statement of financial position.
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2.17 Share capital
Ordinary shares are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or
options are shown in equity as a deduction, net of tax, from the proceeds.
Where any Group company purchases the Company’s equity share capital, the consideration paid, including any
directly attributable incremental costs (net of income taxes) is deducted from the consolidated equity attributable
to owners of the Company until the shares are resold. Where such shares are subsequently resold, any
consideration received, net of any directly attributable incremental transaction costs and the related income tax
effects, will increase the consolidated equity attributable to owners of the Company. The dividends on these own
shares held are excluded from the dividend distribution to owners of the Company recognised in the consolidated
financial statements.
2.18 Trade payables

Trade payables are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the
effective interest method. Trade payables are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or
less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities.
2.19 Borrowings
Borrowings are recognised initially at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred. The difference between the
proceeds received and fair value at inception (fair value gain/loss) is recognised in the statement of profit or
loss. Transaction costs are incremental costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, issue or disposal
of a financial asset or financial liability, including fees and commissions paid to agents, advisers, brokers and
dealers, levies by regulatory agencies and securities exchanges, and transfer taxes and duties. Borrowings are
subsequently stated at amortised cost; any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and the
redemption value is recognised in the statement of profit or loss over the period of the borrowings using the
effective interest method.
Borrowings are classified as current liabilities unless the Group has an unconditional right to defer settlement of
the liability for at least 12 months after the date of the statement of financial position.
2.20 Pre-operating expenditure

Pre-operating expenditure is charged to the statement of profit or loss in the year in which it is incurred.
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2.21 Income tax
The tax expense for the year comprises current and deferred tax. Tax is recognised in the consolidated statement
of profit or loss, except to the extent that it relates to items recognised in other comprehensive income or directly
in equity. In this case, the tax is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, respectively.
The current income tax charge is calculated on the basis of the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted for
the year, and any adjustment to tax payable in respect of previous years in the countries where the Group’s
subsidiaries and associates operate and generate taxable income. Management periodically evaluates positions
taken in tax returns with respect to situations in which applicable tax regulation is subject to interpretation. It
establishes provisions where appropriate on the basis of amounts expected to be paid to the tax authorities.
Deferred income tax is provided in full, using the liability method, on temporary differences arising between the
tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the consolidated financial statements. However,
if the deferred income tax arises from initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction other than a
business combination that at the time of the transaction affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss,
it is not accounted for. Deferred income tax is determined using tax rates (and laws) that have been enacted
or substantially enacted by the date of the statement of financial position and are expected to apply when the
related deferred income tax asset is realised or the deferred income tax liability is settled.
Deferred income tax liabilities are provided on temporary differences arising from investments in subsidiaries and
associates, except where the timing of the reversal of the temporary difference is controlled by the Group and it
is probable that the temporary difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future. Generally the Group is unable
to control the reversal of the temporary difference for associates. Only when there is an agreement in place that
gives the Group ability to control the reversal of the temporary difference in the foreseeable future, deferred
tax liability in relation to taxable temporary differences arising from the associate’s undistributed profit is not
recognised.
Deferred income tax assets are recognised only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be
available against which the temporary differences can be utilised.
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax
assets against current tax liabilities and when the deferred income tax assets and liabilities relate to income taxes
levied by the same taxation authority on either the taxable entity or different taxable entities when there is an
intention to settle the balances on a net basis.
2.22 Employee benefits

(a) Employee leave entitlements
Employee entitlements to annual leave are recognised when they accrue to employees. A provision is
made for the estimated liability for annual leave as a result of services rendered by employees up to the
date of the statement of financial position.
Employee entitlements to sick leave and maternity leave are not recognised until the time of leave.
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2.22 Employee benefits (continued)
(b) Pension obligations
The Group operates a number of defined benefit and defined contribution plans, most of the assets of
which are generally held in separate trustee-administered funds. The pension plans are generally funded
by payments from employees and by the relevant Group companies, taking account of the applicable laws
and regulations at different jurisdictions and the recommendations of independent qualified actuaries for
defined benefit plans.
For the Group’s defined contribution plans, the Group pays contributions to publicly or privately
administered pension insurance plans on a mandatory, contractual or voluntary basis. The Group has no
legal or constructive obligations once the contributions have been paid. The contributions are recognised
as employee benefit expense when they are due and are reduced by contributions forfeited by those
employees who leave the scheme prior to vesting fully in the contributions, where applicable. Prepaid
contributions are recognised as an asset to the extent that a cash refund or a reduction in the future
payments is available.
For defined benefit plans, pension costs are assessed using the projected unit credit method: the cost of
providing pensions is charged to the statement of profit or loss so as to spread the regular cost over the
service lives of employees in accordance with the advice of the actuaries who carry out a full valuation of
the plans at least every 3 years. The pension obligation is measured as the present value of the estimated
future cash outflows less the fair value of plan assets. Actuarial gains and losses are recognised in full in
the period in which they occur, in other comprehensive income.
The Group’s defined benefit plans are funded by the relevant Group companies taking into account the
recommendations of independent qualified actuaries.
(c) Bonus plans

The Group recognises a provision where contractually obliged or when it prepares to declare discretionary
bonus after evaluating employee performance as well as the financial performance of business units.
2.23 Provisions
Provisions are recognised when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events,
it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, and a reliable estimate of an
amount can be made. Provisions are not recognised for future operating losses.
2.24 Revenue recognition

Revenue comprises the fair value for the sales of goods and services, net of value-added tax, rebates and
discounts and after eliminating revenue within the Group. Revenue/income is recognised as follows:
(i) Hotel revenue from room rental is recognised over time during the period of stay for the hotel guests.
Revenue from food and beverage sales and other ancillary services is generally recognised at the point in
time when the services are rendered.
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2.24 Revenue recognition (continued)
(ii) The Group operates the Golden Circle, a loyalty programme where customers mainly accumulate points
from hotel stays and dinning at the Group’s hotel. A contract liability for the award points is recognised
at the time of sales. Revenue is subsequently recognised when the points are redeemed or when they are
expired.
(iii) Revenue in respect of hotel management and related services is recognised over time during the period
when management services are delivered to the hotels.
(iv) Rental revenue from investment properties is recognised on a straight-line basis over the periods of the
respective leases.
(v) Revenue from sales of properties is recognised when control over the properties are transferred to the
purchasers. An enforceable right to payment does not arise until legal title has passed to the purchasers
and revenue is recognised at a point in time when the legal title has passed to the purchasers. Payments
received from purchasers prior to this stage are recorded as deposits received on sales of properties, which
are included in contract liabilities.
(vi) Interest income on financial assets at amortised cost and financial assets at FVOCI is recognised using the
effective interest method as part of other income. Interest income is presented as finance income where it
is earned from financial assets that are held for cash management purposes. Interest income is calculated
by applying the effective interest rate to the gross carrying amount of a financial asset except for financial
assets that subsequently become credit impaired. For credit impaired financial assets the effective interest
rate is applied to the net carrying amount of the financial asset (after deduction of the loss allowance).
(vii) Dividend income is recognised when the right to receive payment is established.
2.25 Operating leases

(a) As the lessee
Leases, other than those leasehold land and land use rights as stated in Note 2.7, in which a significant
portion of the risks and rewards of ownership are retained by the lessor are classified as operating leases.
Payments made under operating leases (net of any incentives received from the lessor) are expensed in
the statement of profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the period of the leases.
(b) As the lessor

Assets leased out under operating leases are included in either property, plant and equipment or
investment properties in the statement of financial position. In case of property, plant and equipment, they
are depreciated over their expected useful lives on a basis consistent with other similar property, plant and
equipment owned by the Group. Rental income (net of any incentives given to lessees) is recognised on a
straight-line basis over the lease term.
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2.26 Dividend distribution
Dividend distribution to the Company’s shareholders is recognised as a liability in the Group’s financial
statements in the period in which the dividends are approved by the Company’s shareholders or directors, where
appropriate.
2.27 Share-based compensation

The Group operates two equity-settled, share-based compensation plans.
(a) Share option scheme

The fair value of the employee services received in exchange for the grant of the share options is
recognised as an expense. The total amount to be expensed over the vesting period is determined by
reference to the fair value of the share options granted, excluding the impact of any non-market vesting
conditions (for example, profitability and sales growth targets) and performance vesting conditions.
Non-market vesting conditions are included in assumptions about the number of options that are expected
to become exercisable. At each date of the statement of financial position, the entity revises its estimates
of the number of options that are expected to become exercisable. It recognises the impact of the revision
of original estimates, if any, in the statement of profit or loss, and a corresponding adjustment to equity
over the remaining vesting period.
The proceeds received net of any directly attributable transaction costs are credited to share capital
(nominal value) and share premium when the options are exercised. The related balance previously
recognised in the option reserve is also credited to the share premium.
(b) Share award scheme

The Group operates the share award scheme under which awarded shares of the Company can be granted
to the employees of the Group and the Company’s directors as part of their remuneration package.
When shares are acquired for the share award scheme from the market, the total consideration of shares
acquired is deducted from the share capital and premium.
Upon granting of shares, share-based compensation expenses is charged to the statement of profit
or loss and the amount of which is determined by reference to the fair value of the awarded shares
granted, taking into account all non-vesting conditions associated with the grants on grant date. The total
expense is recognised on a straight-line basis over the relevant vesting periods (or on the grant date if
the shares vest immediately), with a corresponding credit to the share award reserve under equity. For
those awarded shares which are amortised over the vesting period, the Group revises its estimates of the
number of awarded shares that are expected to ultimately vest based on the vesting conditions at the
end of each reporting period. Any resulting adjustment to the cumulative fair value recognised in prior
years is charged/credited to employee share-based compensation expense in the current period, with a
corresponding adjustment to the share award reserve.
Upon vesting of shares, the related total consideration of the vested awarded shares when acquired are
credited to the share capital and share premium, with a corresponding decrease in share award reserve for
awarded shares.
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2.28 Borrowing costs
Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of an asset that
necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalised as part of the
cost of that asset until such time as the assets are substantially ready for their intended use or sale. Investment
income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets
is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalisation. All other borrowing costs are charged to the
statement of profit or loss in the year in which they are incurred.
2.29 Financial guarantee contracts

Financial guarantee contracts are contracts that require the issuer to make specified payments to reimburse the
holder for a loss it incurs because a specified debtor fails to make payments when due, in accordance with the
terms of a debt instrument. Such financial guarantees are given to banks, financial institutions and other bodies
on behalf of subsidiaries or associates to secure loans, overdrafts and other banking facilities.
After initial recognition, an issuer of financial guarantee contracts shall subsequently measure it at the higher
of the amount of the loss allowance and the amount initially recognised less, the cumulative amount of income
recognised in accordance with the principles of HKFRS 15.
3 FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT

3.1 Financial risk factors
The Group’s activities expose it to a variety of financial risks: market risk (including foreign exchange risk, price
risk and interest rate risk), credit risk and liquidity risk. The Group’s overall risk management programme focuses
on the unpredictability of financial markets and seeks to minimise potential adverse effects on the Group’s
financial performance. The Group uses derivative financial instruments to hedge certain risk exposures.
Risk management is carried out by the Group Treasury under guidance of the Board of Directors. Group Treasury
identifies, evaluates and hedges financial risks in close co-operation with the Group’s operating units. The Board
provides principles for overall risk management and covering specific areas, such as foreign exchange risk,
interest-rate risk, credit risk, use of derivative financial instruments and investing excess liquidity.
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3 FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED)
3.1 Financial risk factors (continued)
(a) Market risk
(i) Foreign exchange risk
The Group operates internationally and is exposed to foreign exchange risk arising from various
currency exposures. Foreign exchange risk arises from future commercial transactions, recognised
assets and liabilities and net investments in foreign operations. The Group has investments in
different foreign operations, whose net assets are exposed to foreign currency translation risk.
There is a natural economic hedge to the extent that all the Group’s business units in Hong Kong,
Mainland China, the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, France, United Kingdom,
Turkey, Australia, Indonesia and Mauritius derive their revenues (and most of the expenses
associated therewith) in local currencies. Most of the Group’s hotels are quoting room tariffs in the
local currency. It is the Group’s endeavour, wherever and to the extent possible, to quote tariffs in
the stronger currency and maintain bank balances in that currency, if legally permitted.
The Group has not felt it appropriate to substantially hedge against currency risks through forward
exchange contracts upon consideration of the currency risk involved and the cost of obtaining such
cover.
The Group analyses its exchange exposure based on the financial position at year end. The
Group’s exchange risk mainly arises from long-term bank loans and shareholders’ loans and the
Group calculates such impact on the statement of profit or loss. The Group also calculates the
impact on the exchange fluctuation reserve of the exchange risk on consolidation arising from
the translation of the net investment in foreign entities. At 31 December 2018, if US dollar has
weakened/strengthened by 5% (2017: 5%) against all other currencies (except Hong Kong dollar)
with all other variables held constant, the Group’s profit attributable to owners of the Company
and exchange fluctuation reserve would have increased/decreased by USD12,782,000 (2017:
USD10,281,000) and USD414,339,000 (2017: USD434,004,000), respectively. The exchange rate
between US dollar and Hong Kong dollar is only allowed to fluctuate in a narrow range under the
Hong Kong’s linked exchange rate system.
(ii) Equity securities price risk

The Group is exposed to equity securities price risk because investments held by the Group are
classified on the consolidated statement of financial position as financial assets at FVPL. Financial
assets at FVOCI are mainly investments in unquoted shares which are not subject to price risk. The
Group is not exposed to commodity price risk.
Equity securities price risk is the risk that the fair values of the trading securities decrease as a
result of changes in the value of individual securities which are also affected by the change in the
level of equity indices.
For every 5% increase/decrease in the fair value of the trading securities classified under financial
assets at FVPL, the carrying value of the trading securities will increase/decrease by USD942,000
(2017: USD1,177,000) while the Group’s profit attributable to owners of the Company will increase/
decrease by USD942,000 (2017: USD1,177,000).
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(a) Market risk (continued)
(ii) Equity securities price risk (continued)
Based on the market value of all the trading securities under financial assets at fair value through
profit or loss as at 31 December 2018, 100% (2017: 100%) of the Group’s trading securities are
listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (“HKSE”) and are valued at closing market bid
prices at the date of the statement of financial position. The market equity index for the HKSE, at
the close of business of the nearest trading day in the year to the date of the statement of financial
position, and the highest and lowest points during the year were as follows:
31 December High/low 31 December High/low

2018 2018 2017 2017
Hong Kong - 33,484/ 30,200/
Hang Seng Index 25,846 24,541 29,919 21,884
(iii) Cash flow and fair value interest-rate risk

As the Group has no significant interest-bearing assets, the Group’s income and operating cash
inflows are substantially independent of changes in market interest rates.
The Group’s interest-rate risk mainly arises from long-term bank loans under floating rates.
Bank loans issued at variable rates expose the Group to cash flow interest-rate risk. Group policy
is to maintain an optimal portion of its borrowings at fixed rate, considering fixed rate bonds and
Renminbi bank loans are fixed rate in nature and taking into account the principal amount of all
interest-rate swap contracts executed. As at 31 December 2018, 38% (31 December 2017: 28%) of
borrowings were at fixed rates on that basis.
The Group analyses its interest rate exposure on bank loans not hedged by interest-rate swap
contracts based on the assumption that the loan position at year end could be wholly refinanced
and/or renewed. The Group calculates the impact on statement of profit or loss of a defined
interest rate shift. The same interest rate shift is used for all currencies. The sensitivity test is
running only for all bank loans not hedged by interest-rate swap contracts that present the major
interest bearing portion. Based on the simulation performed, the impact on statement of profit
or loss of one percentage point increase would be a decrease of the Group’s profit attributable to
owners of the Company of USD34,324,000 (2017: USD34,177,000) after interest capitalisation for
properties under development.
The Group manages its cash flow interest-rate risk by using floating-to-fixed interest-rate swap
contracts which qualify for hedge accounting. Such interest-rate swap contracts have the economic
effect of converting borrowings from floating rates to fixed rates. Generally, the Group raises
long-term bank loans at floating rates. The Group closely monitors the movement of interest
rates from time to time and enters into interest-rate swap contracts. Under the interest-rate swap
contracts, the Group agrees with other parties to exchange the difference between fixed contract
rates and floating-rate interest amounts calculated by reference to the agreed notional principal
amounts.
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(b) Credit risk
Credit risk arises from cash and cash equivalents, contractual cash flows of debt instruments carried at
amortised cost, at FVOCI and FVPL, favourable derivative financial instruments and deposits with banks
and financial institutions, as well as credit exposures to customers, including outstanding receivables.
In the prior year, the impairment of trade and other receivables was assessed based on the incurred loss
model. Individual receivables which were known to be uncollectible were written off by reducing the
carrying amount directly. The other receivables were assessed collectively to determine whether there was
objective evidence that an impairment had been incurred but not yet been identified. For these receivables,
the estimated impairment losses were recognised in a separate provision for impairment.
The new impairment model in HKFRS 9 replaces the “incurred loss” model in HKAS 39 with an “expected
credit loss” model. Under the expected credit loss model, it will no longer be necessary for a loss event
to occur before an impairment loss is recognised. Instead, an entity is required to recognise and measure
expected credit losses as either 12-month expected credit losses or lifetime expected credit losses,
depending on the asset and the facts and circumstances. This new impairment model may result in an
earlier recognition of credit losses on the Group’s trade and other receivables and other financial assets.
The Group applies the HKFRS 9 simplified approach to measure the expected credit losses which uses a
lifetime expected loss allowance for all trade receivables which have been grouped based on shared credit
risk characteristics and the days past due. Historical default rate is calculated based on historical loss
patterns and customer bases.
The Group has no significant concentrations of credit risk. It has policies in place to ensure that sale of
rooms to wholesalers are made to customers with an appropriate credit history. Sales to retail customers
are made via credit cards to a significant extent. Sales to corporate customers are made to customers
with good credit history. The Group has policies that limit the amount of global credit exposure to any
customer. Cash and bank deposits are mainly placed in major international and local banks. Since the
Group’s historical credit loss experience for its trade receivable was minimal, the loss allowance for trade
receivables as a result of applying the expected credit loss model was therefore immaterial.
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(c) Liquidity risk
Prudent liquidity risk management implies maintaining sufficient cash and marketable securities, the
availability of funding through an adequate amount of committed credit facilities and the ability to close
out market positions. Due to the dynamic nature of the underlying businesses, the Group Treasury aims to
maintain flexibility in funding by keeping committed credit lines available.
The analysis of the Group’s non-derivative financial liabilities and net-settled derivative financial liabilities
into relevant maturity groupings based on the remaining period at the date of the statement of financial
position to the contractual maturity date is as follows. The Group’s estimated and actual financial liabilities
are included in the analysis if their contractual maturities are essential for an understanding of the timing
of the cash flows.
Between
Less than 3 months Between 1 Over
3 months and 1 year and 2 years 2 years
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
At 31 December 2018
Bank loans 161,751 269,469 1,056,483 3,010,203
Fixed rate bonds – – – 640,371
Interest payable for bank loans 36,789 108,143 126,215 126,499
Interest payable for fixed rate bonds – 29,073 29,073 145,363
Derivative financial instruments 394 1,183 1,578 4,683
Due to non-controlling shareholders 35,050 – – –
Accounts payable and accruals 85,231 592,411 – –
Financial guarantee contracts for
bank loans granted to associates 4,727 21,885 62,277 40,305
At 31 December 2017
Bank loans 117,332 117,499 1,014,804 3,935,040
Interest payable for bank loans 31,467 93,751 106,651 121,145
Derivative financial instruments 182 306 – –
Due to non-controlling shareholders – 27,942 – –
Accounts payable and accruals 98,405 777,979 – –
Financial guarantee contracts for
bank loans granted to associates 4,967 15,986 48,255 168,548
The amounts disclosed in the table are the contractual undiscounted cash flows which are equal to their
carrying balances in the respective consolidated statement of financial position except that the fixed
rate bonds included in the consolidated statement of financial position as at 31 December 2018 are
USD636,933,000; and that the estimated amount of interest payable for bank loans and fixed rate bonds
are arrived at based on the principal loan balance and prevailing interest rates at year end date up to the
final maturity date of the loan agreements.
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3.2 Capital management
The Group’s objectives when managing capital are to safeguard the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern
in order to provide returns for shareholders and benefits for other stakeholders and to maintain an optimal capital
structure to reduce the cost of capital.
In order to maintain or adjust the capital structure, the Group may adjust the amount of dividends paid to
shareholders, return capital to shareholders, issue new shares or sell assets to reduce debt.
The Group monitors capital on the basis of the gearing ratio. This ratio is calculated as net debt divided by total
capital. Net debt is calculated as total borrowings (including current and non-current bank loans and fixed rate
bonds as shown in the consolidated statement of financial position) less cash and bank balances and short-term
fund placements. Total capital is calculated as “equity”, as shown in the consolidated statement of financial
position.
The gearing ratios at 31 December 2018 and 2017 were as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Total borrowings 5,134,839 5,184,675
Less: Cash and bank balances and
short-term fund placements (Note 17) (1,059,389) (921,862)
Net debt 4,075,450 4,262,813
Total equity 6,676,888 7,041,996
Gearing ratio (net debt over total equity) 61.0% 60.5%
The Group’s bank loan facilities require it to meet certain ratios based on adjusted consolidated capital and
reserves attributable to owners of the Company and adjusted consolidated total equity. The Group monitors
compliance with these ratios on a monthly basis. The Group has satisfactorily complied with all covenants under
its borrowing agreements.
3.3 Accounting for interest-rate swap contracts

Interest-rate swap contracts, a kind of derivative financial instruments, are set up for the purpose of managing
risk (since the Group’s policy does not permit speculative transactions). Interest-rate swap contracts are initially
recognised at fair value on the date a contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at their fair value.
As at 31 December 2018, the Group had interest-rate swap contracts with a total principal amount of
USD860,000,000 (2017: HKD1,600,000,000 (equivalent to USD206,452,000) and USD806,000,000 totaling
USD1,012,452,000), all these contracts qualify for hedge accounting. Under the accounting treatment of
interest-rate swap contracts, the effective portion of the change in the fair value of the contracts is recognised
in “Hedging reserve” in equity while the gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion is recognised immediately
in “Other gains/(losses) – net” of statement of profit or loss and the related cash flows arising from these
interest-rate swap contracts in the period is classified as interest expenses in the statement of profit or loss.
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3.4 Fair value estimation of financial instruments
The Group measures fair values using the following fair value hierarchy that reflects the significance of the inputs
used in making the measurements:
Level 1 – Quoted market prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 – Inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability,
either directly (that is, as prices) or indirectly (that is, derived from prices).
Level 3 – Fair value measured using significant unobservable inputs
The fair value of financial instruments traded in active markets (such as publicly traded equity securities) is
based on quoted market prices at the date of the statement of financial position. The quoted market price used
for financial assets held by the Group is the current bid price; the appropriate quoted market price for financial
liabilities is the current ask price.
(a) Financial instruments in Level 1

The fair value of financial instruments traded in active markets is based on quoted market prices at the
date of statement of financial position. A market is regarded as active if quoted prices are readily and
regularly available from an exchange, dealer, broker, industry group, pricing service, or regulatory agency,
and those prices represent actual and regularly occurring market transactions on an arm’s length basis.
The quoted market price used for financial assets held by the Group is the current bid price. These
instruments are included in Level 1.
(b) Financial instruments in Level 2

The fair value of financial instruments that are not traded in an active market (for example,
over-the-counter derivatives) is determined by using valuation techniques. These valuation techniques
maximise the use of observable market data where it is available and rely as little as possible on entity
specific estimates. If all significant inputs required to arrive at the fair value of an instrument are
observable, the instrument is included in Level 2.
Specific valuation techniques used to value financial instruments include:
• Dealer quotes for similar instruments.
• The fair value of interest-rate swap contracts is calculated as the present value of the estimated
future cash flows based on observable yield curves.
• The fair value of forward foreign exchange contracts is determined using forward exchange rates
at the date of statement of financial position, with the resulting value discounted back to present
value.
(c) Financial instruments in Level 3

Fair value is determined by using valuation techniques principally based on discounted cash flow analysis
with reference to inputs of cash flow payback and other specific input relevant to the financial assets.
Changing unobservable inputs used in level 3 valuation to reasonable alternate assumptions would not
have significant impact on the Group’s profit or loss.
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3.4 Fair value estimation of financial instruments (continued)
The Group uses widely recognised valuation models for determining the fair value of common and simple
financial instruments, like interest-rate swap contracts, that use only observable market data and require little
management judgement and estimation.
The following table presents the Group’s assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value at 31 December
2018. See Note 8 for disclosures of the investment properties that are measured at fair value.
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total

USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Assets
profit or loss (Note 13)
– Club debentures 10,391 – – 10,391
– Listed shares 18,836 – – 18,836
other comprehensive income (Note 13)
– Equity and loan instruments – – 4,164 4,164
Derivative financial instruments (Note 23)
– Interest-rate swap contracts – 11,574 – 11,574
Total assets 29,227 11,574 4,164 44,965
Liabilities
Derivative financial instruments
– Interest-rate swap contracts (Note 23) – 7,129 – 7,129
– Cross currency swap contracts (Note 23) – 709 – 709
Total liabilities – 7,838 – 7,838
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3.4 Fair value estimation of financial instruments (continued)
The following table presents the Group’s assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value at 31 December
2017. Details regarding the restatement as a result of the change in accounting policy are set out in Note 2.1.1 to
this consolidated financial statements.
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total

USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Assets
Available-for-sale financial assets (Note 13)
– Club debentures 9,198 – – 9,198
Financial assets held for trading (Note 13)
– Equity securities 23,534 – – 23,534
– Interest-rate swap contracts – 6,805 – 6,805
Total assets 32,732 6,805 – 39,537
Liabilities
– Interest-rate swap contracts – 488 – 488
The financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income – equity and loan instruments of
USD4,164,000 grouped under level 3 as at 31 December 2018 was previously classified as available-for-sale
financial assets in the statement of financial position as at 31 December 2017.
The following table presents the changes in level 3 instruments of the Group for the year ended 31 December
2018:
Financial assets
at fair value
through other
comprehensive
income –
equity and
loan instruments
USD’000
At 31 December 2017 –
Transfer from available-for-sale financial assets 4,145
Exchange differences 19
At 31 December 2018 4,164
Other than the transfer of equity and loan instruments from available-for-sale financial assets, and the
classification of these instruments under level 3 for current year, there was no other transfer between the levels of
the fair value hierarchy of the Group’s financial assets and liabilities during the year.
The nominal value less estimated credit adjustments of receivables and payables are assumed to approximate
their fair values. The fair value of financial liabilities for disclosure purposes is estimated by discounting the
future contractual cash flows at the current market interest rate that is available to the Group for similar financial
instruments.
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4 CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS
Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including
expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.
4.1 Critical accounting estimates and assumptions

The Group makes estimates and assumptions concerning the future. The resulting accounting estimates will, by
definition, seldom equal the related actual results. The estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of
causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities are discussed below.
(a) Estimated impairment of goodwill; property, plant and equipment; and investments in subsidiaries,
associates and non-financial assets
The Group tests whether goodwill, investments in subsidiaries and associates and non-financial assets
have suffered any impairment in accordance with the accounting policies stated in Note 2.8 and Note
2.10, respectively. An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the asset’s carrying amount
exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amounts of cash-generating units are predominantly
determined based on value-in-use calculations which require the use of estimates. The Group assesses the
fair value of some of its property, plant and equipment based on valuations determined by independent
professional qualified valuers on an open market for existing use basis or sales basis.
(b) Income taxes

The Group is subject to income taxes in numerous jurisdictions. Significant judgement is required in
determining the worldwide provision for income taxes. There are certain transactions and calculations
for which the ultimate tax determination is uncertain during the ordinary course of business. The Group
recognises liabilities for anticipated tax audit issues based on estimates of whether additional taxes will
be due in accordance with local tax practice and professional advice. Where the final tax outcome of these
matters is different from the amounts that were initially recorded, such differences will impact the income
tax and deferred tax provisions in the period in which such determination is made.
(c) Estimate of fair value of investment properties

The Group assesses the fair value of its investment properties based on valuations determined by
independent professional qualified valuers. The fair values of investment properties are determined by
independent valuers on an open market for existing use basis. In making the judgement, consideration is
given to assumptions that are mainly based on market conditions existing at the date of the statement
of financial position, expected rental from future leases in the light of current market conditions and
appropriate capitalisation rates. These estimates are regularly compared to actual market data and actual
transactions entered into by the Group. For investment properties under construction, the estimated costs
to completion and allowances for contingencies would be taken into account.
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4 CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS (CONTINUED)
4.2 Critical judgements in applying the Group’s accounting policies
Distinction between investment properties and owner-occupied properties
The Group determines whether a property qualifies as investment property. In making its judgement, the Group
considers whether the property generates cash flows largely independent of the other assets held by an entity.
Owner-occupied properties generate cash flows that are attributable not only to property but also to other assets
used in the production or supply process.
Some properties comprise a portion that is held to earn rentals or for capital appreciation and another portion
that is held for use in the production or supply of goods or services or for administrative purposes. If these
portions can be sold separately (or leased out separately under a finance lease), the Group accounts for these
portions separately. If the portions cannot be sold separately, the entire property is accounted for as investment
property only if an insignificant portion is held for use in the production or supply of goods or services or for
administrative purposes. Judgement is applied in determining whether ancillary services are so significant that
a property does not qualify as investment property. The Group considers each property separately in making its
judgement.
5 REVENUE AND SEGMENT INFORMATION

The Group owns/leases and operates hotels and associated properties; and provides hotel management and related
services. The Group also owns investment properties for property rentals and engages in property sales business. Most
of the associates are engaged in hotel ownership, property rentals and property sales businesses and these revenues
of the associates are not included in the consolidated revenue of the Group. Revenue recognised in the consolidated
financial statements during the year are as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Revenue
Hotel properties
Revenue from rooms 1,143,405 1,042,504
Food and beverage sales 941,322 861,130
Rendering of ancillary services 122,268 114,378
Hotel management and related services 100,051 65,345
Property development for sale 127,659 33,463
Other business 580 –
Revenue from contracts with customers
within the scope of HKFRS 15 2,435,285 2,116,820
Investment properties 82,572 73,003
Total consolidated revenue 2,517,857 2,189,823
The Company is domiciled in Hong Kong. The revenue from external customers attributed to Hong Kong and other
countries are USD454,108,000 (2017: USD358,872,000) and USD2,063,749,000 (2017: USD1,830,951,000),
respectively.
The total of non-current assets other than financial assets at FVOCI and FVPL, derivative financial instruments, deferred
income tax assets and interest in associates located in Hong Kong and other countries are USD868,933,000 (2017:
USD898,817,000) and USD6,746,798,000 (2017: USD7,434,246,000), respectively.
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In accordance with HKFRS 8 “Operating Segments”, segment information disclosed in the financial statements has been
prepared in a manner consistent with the reports reviewed by the chief operating decision-maker that are used to make
strategic decisions.
The Group’s revenue is derived from various external customers in which there is no significant sales revenue derived
from a single external customer of the Group. The Group’s management considers the business from both a geographic
and business perspective.
The Group is managed on a worldwide basis in the following main segments:
i. Hotel properties – development, ownership and operations of hotel properties (including hotels under lease)
– Hong Kong
– Mainland China
– Singapore
– Malaysia
– The Philippines
– Japan
– Thailand
– France
– Australia
– United Kingdom
– Mongolia
– Sri Lanka
– Other countries (including Fiji, Myanmar, Maldives, Indonesia, Turkey and Mauritius)
ii. Hotel management and related services for Group-owned hotels and for hotels owned by third parties
iii. Investment properties – development, ownership and operations of office properties, commercial properties and
serviced apartments/residences
– Mainland China
– Singapore
– Malaysia
– Mongolia
– Other countries (including Australia and Myanmar)
iv. Property development for sale

The Group is also engaged in other businesses including wines trading and restaurant operation outside hotel.
These other businesses did not have a material impact on the Group’s results.
The chief operating decision-maker assesses the performance of the operating segments based on a measure
of the share of profit after tax and non-controlling interests. This measurement basis excludes the effects of
pre-opening expenses of projects, corporate expenses and other non-operating items such as fair value gains
or losses on investment properties, fair value adjustments on monetary items and impairments for any isolated
non-recurring event.
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Segment profit or loss
For the year ended 31 December 2018 and 2017 (USD million)
2018 2017
Profit/(Loss) Profit/(Loss)
Revenue after tax Revenue after tax
(Note ii) (Note i) (Note ii) (Note i)
Hotel properties
Hong Kong 370.1 58.7 312.5 55.0
Mainland China 842.1 19.9 794.9 17.1
Singapore 237.0 35.3 184.6 16.3
Malaysia 129.3 17.1 121.3 13.9
The Philippines 171.7 9.6 184.9 7.2
Japan 67.2 3.5 63.7 1.5
Thailand 78.2 14.2 70.1 10.7
France 50.1 (13.4) 42.6 (16.1)
Australia 92.2 0.6 101.9 4.3
United Kingdom 50.7 (16.0) 47.4 (15.2)
Mongolia 15.2 (7.7) 13.4 (4.5)
Sri Lanka 40.2 (18.8) 12.6 (12.0)
Other countries 62.9 (13.1) 68.1 (9.7)
2,206.9 89.9 2,018.0 68.5
Hotel management and related services 229.9 8.4 159.7 32.7
Investment properties
Mainland China 20.2 142.9 17.1 125.8
Singapore 13.6 9.1 13.3 8.0
Malaysia 6.2 1.7 5.9 1.5
Mongolia 16.8 (3.2) 12.4 (2.5)
Other countries 25.8 3.7 24.3 3.9
82.6 154.2 73.0 136.7
Property development for sale 127.7 84.2 33.5 31.1
Other business 0.6 (0.2) – (0.2)
Total 2,647.7 336.5 2,284.2 268.8
Less: Hotel management – Inter-segment revenue (129.8) (94.4)
Total external revenue 2,517.9 2,189.8
Net corporate finance costs (including

foreign exchange gains and losses) (104.2) (77.5)
Land cost amortisation and pre-opening
expenses for projects (5.4) (26.6)
Corporate expenses (29.6) (24.0)
Profit before non-operating items 197.3 140.7
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Segment profit or loss (continued)
For year ended 31 December 2018 and 2017 (USD million) (continued)
2018 2017
Profit/(Loss) Profit/(Loss)
after tax after tax
(Note i) (Note i)
Profit before non-operating items 197.3 140.7
Non-operating items
Share of net fair value gains on investment properties 111.1 4.9
Net unrealised (losses)/gains on financial assets
at fair value through profit or loss (3.5) 8.6
Fair value adjustments on loans from non-controlling
shareholders and security deposit on leased premises 0.1 (0.9)
Provision for impairment losses on hotel properties (112.9) –
Losses on major renovation of operating properties (2.1) (10.2)
Gain on disposal of a hotel 2.9 –
Gain on disposal of equity interests in a subsidiary
and an associate – 14.9
Total non-operating items (4.4) 17.3
Profit attributable to owners of the Company 192.9 158.0
Notes:
i. Profit/(Loss) after tax includes net of tax results from both associates and subsidiaries after share of non-controlling interests.
ii. Revenue excludes revenue of associates.
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The Group’s share of profit of associates (excluding projects under development) by operating segments included in
profit before non-operating items in the segment profit or loss is analysed as follows:
2018 2017
Share of Share of
profit/(loss) profit/(loss)
of associates of associates
Hotel properties
Hong Kong 0.5 (0.1)
Mainland China 9.3 11.4
Singapore (0.2) –
Malaysia 4.9 4.2
The Philippines 0.1 (1.6)
Other countries (0.5) (1.1)
14.1 12.8
Singapore 3.8 4.0
150.0 131.8
Property development for sale 23.3 33.5
Other business 0.3 (0.2)
Total 187.7 177.9
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The amount of depreciation and amortisation and income tax expense before share of non-controlling interests included
in the results of operating segments from subsidiaries (excluding projects under development) are analysed as follows:
2018 2017
Depreciation Depreciation
and Income tax and Income tax
amortisation expense amortisation expense
Hotel properties
Hong Kong 32.9 14.2 25.1 10.7
Mainland China 153.7 40.7 150.2 39.3
Singapore 20.4 6.0 17.9 4.1
Malaysia 15.9 3.2 14.8 5.2
The Philippines 31.9 5.3 35.4 7.9
Japan 0.7 0.3 0.4 –
Thailand 7.0 7.3 7.8 6.7
France 13.6 – 14.7 –
Australia 13.5 – 13.9 2.5
United Kingdom 8.7 – 8.7 –
Mongolia 13.3 – 9.3 –
Sri Lanka 16.3 1.2 7.3 1.4
Other countries 19.9 (0.5) 18.7 0.4
347.8 77.7 324.2 78.2
Mainland China – 10.7 – 10.0
Singapore – 1.4 – 0.8
Malaysia – 0.9 – 0.9
Mongolia – 5.4 – 4.3
Other countries – 3.4 – 3.7
– 21.8 – 19.7
Hotel management and related services 2.9 8.6 2.2 13.2
Property development for sale – 1.5 – 1.8
Total 350.7 109.6 326.4 112.9
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Segment assets
As at 31 December 2018 and 2017 (USD million)
As at 31 December
2018 2017
Hotel properties
Hong Kong 872.5 881.1
Mainland China 3,088.2 3,399.4
Singapore 565.9 563.2
Malaysia 316.8 328.9
The Philippines 349.2 379.3
Japan 15.8 11.2
Thailand 296.4 281.4
France 289.7 316.7
Australia 287.2 310.6
United Kingdom 63.7 134.0
Mongolia 173.9 217.1
Sri Lanka 261.0 382.3
Other countries 244.1 271.0
6,824.4 7,476.2
Singapore 441.7 428.6
Malaysia 80.5 71.5
Mongolia 335.1 332.9
Other countries 269.5 300.1
1,483.2 1,508.4
Property development for sale
Sri Lanka 115.0 –
153.1 46.2
Hotel management and related services 162.6 146.8
Elimination (60.0) (51.1)
Total segment assets 8,563.3 9,126.5
Assets allocated to projects 448.6 448.7

Unallocated assets 146.8 140.0
Intangible assets 100.1 89.9
Total assets of the Company and its subsidiaries 9,258.8 9,805.1
Interest in associates 3,911.8 3,870.1
Total assets 13,170.6 13,675.2
Unallocated assets mainly comprise other assets of the Company and non-properties holding companies of the Group as
well as the financial assets at FVOCI and FVPL and deferred income tax assets.
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As at 31 December
2018 2017
Financial assets
Financial assets at amortised cost
– Other receivables 14 14,720 14,254
– Accounts receivable 15 187,156 226,789
– Short term advance to a third party 15 1,050 3,500
– Due from associates 12 204,878 205,994
– Due from non-controlling shareholders 24 – 37
– Short term fund placements 17 49,655 –
– Cash and bank balances 17 1,009,734 921,862
Financial assets at fair value through profit & loss
– Listed security 13 18,836 –
– Club debentures 13 10,391 –
Financial assets held for trading 13 – 23,534
Financial assets at fair value through other
comprehensive income
– Equity and loan instruments 13 4,164 –
Available–for–sale financial assets 13 – 13,343
Derivate financial instruments
– Interest–rate swap contracts 23 11,574 6,805
Total 1,512,158 1,416,118
Financial liabilities
Financial liabilities at amortised cost
– Bank loans 21 4,497,906 5,184,675
– Fixed rate bonds 22 636,933 –
– Due to non-controlling shareholders 24 35,050 27,942
– Accounts payable and accruals 26 677,642 876,384
Derivate financial instruments
– Interest–rate swap contracts 23 7,129 488
– Cross currency swap contracts 23 709 –
Total 5,855,369 6,089,489
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7 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Furniture,
Vehicles fixtures Properties
Land and and and under
buildings machinery equipment development Total
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
At 1 January 2017
Cost 6,361,023 678,080 1,297,786 834,815 9,171,704
Accumulated depreciation and
impairment provision (1,818,845) (403,143) (947,026) – (3,169,014)
Net book amount 4,542,178 274,937 350,760 834,815 6,002,690
Year ended 31 December 2017

Opening net book amount 4,542,178 274,937 350,760 834,815 6,002,690
Exchange differences 247,853 13,229 17,894 268 279,244
Additions 138,033 14,213 79,015 204,169 435,430
Disposals (10,943) (667) (729) (308) (12,647)
Transfer 657,878 55,605 28,080 (741,563) –
Transfer to investment properties (Note 8) (36,566) – – (31,713) (68,279)
Transfer to properties for sale – – – (41,941) (41,941)
Depreciation (165,314) (48,476) (99,115) – (312,905)
Closing net book amount 5,373,119 308,841 375,905 223,727 6,281,592
At 31 December 2017
Cost 7,438,301 778,139 1,464,410 223,727 9,904,577
impairment provision (2,065,182) (469,298) (1,088,505) – (3,622,985)
Net book amount 5,373,119 308,841 375,905 223,727 6,281,592

Opening net book amount 5,373,119 308,841 375,905 223,727 6,281,592
Exchange differences (201,200) (16,561) (16,942) (12,972) (247,675)
Additions 12,584 5,873 43,021 67,390 128,868
Acquisition of a subsidiary – – 178 – 178
Disposals (19,660) (843) (3,976) ( 1 ,1 1 3 ) (25,592)
Transfer 24,874 1,183 6,686 (32,743) –
Transfer to properties for sale (22,294) – – (117,763) (140,057)
Depreciation (182,514) (50,917) (102,858) – (336,289)
Impairment provision (100,371) (8,721) (14,093) – (123,185)
Closing net book amount 4,884,538 238,855 287,921 126,526 5,537,840
At 31 December 2018
Cost 7,142,318 747,069 1,424,691 126,526 9,440,604
impairment provision (2,257,780) (508,214) (1,136,770) – (3,902,764)
Net book amount 4,884,538 238,855 287,921 126,526 5,537,840
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(a) All depreciation expenses (net of amount capitalised of USD16,000 in 2018 (2017: USD53,000)) have been
included as part of the other operating expenses.
(b) For year 2018, bank loans of USD108,999,000 (2017: USD129,264,000) are secured on certain fixed assets as
disclosed under Note 38(c).
(c) Buildings comprise mainly hotel properties. Details of the hotel properties of the Company’s subsidiaries are
summarised in Note 42(a).
(d) Properties under development include construction work in progress in respect of the renovation of certain hotel
properties.
(e) The Group assesses the carrying value of property, plant and equipment; and leasehold land and land use rights
when there is any indication that the assets may be impaired. These indications include continuing adverse
changes in the local market conditions in which the hotel operates or will operate, or when the hotel continues
to operate at a loss position and its financial performance is worse than expected. Professional valuations were
carried out by independent firms of professional valuers during the year for those properties for which the internal
assessment results needed independent confirmation. During the year, the Group recognised impairment losses
for hotels owned by the Group in Mainland China and Mongolia and for a hotel operated under operating lease in
United Kingdom in the consolidated statement of profit or loss under “Other (losses)/gains – net”, to write down
their carrying values of property, plant and equipment to their recoverable amount. Details of the impairment loss
and recoverable amount (for the hotel property as a whole including the leasehold land where the hotel situated)
of each hotel are shown below.
Impairment loss
Attributable
to owners Recoverable
Hotels in At 100% of the Company amount
USD ’000 USD ’000 USD ’000
Diqing, Mainland China 39,987 39,987 47,791
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia 21,000 10,710 161,917
London, United Kingdom 62,198 62,198 52,076
Total 123,185 112,895 261,784
The recoverable amount of each hotel is the higher of its fair value less costs of disposal and its value in use based
on the opinion of independent professional firms obtained by the Group using the market comparison approach
and income approach. The discount rate in the range of 7.5% to 13% and a long term growth rate of 2.7% to 4.8%
per annum were used in the valuation. The fair value on which the recoverable amount is based on is categorised
as a Level 3 measurement (based on significant unobservable inputs).
If a higher discount rate is used in the calculation of the recoverable amount of each hotel the Group would have
had to recognise additional impairment charges against property, plant and equipment.
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2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
At 1 January 1,448,853 1,328,352
Exchange differences (57,223) 55,359
Additions 113,925 54,997
Disposals (896) (254)
Transferred from property, plant and equipment (Note 7) – 68,279
Fair value losses (Note 29) (25,987) (57,880)
At 31 December 1,478,672 1,448,853
(a) As at 31 December 2018, all investment properties are recorded at fair value which were revalued by independent
professionally qualified valuers on the basis of their market value as fully operational entities for existing use
which equates to the highest and best use of the assets. The fair value gains or losses on revaluation are included
in “Other losses – net” in the statement of profit or loss (Note 29).
(b) The carrying values of investment properties comprised:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Outside Hong Kong, held on:
Freehold 654,985 584,601
Leases of over 50 years 206,600 212,000
Leases of between 10 and 50 years 617,087 652,252
1,478,672 1,448,853
(c) Details of investment properties of the Company’s subsidiaries are summarised in Note 43(a).
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The following table presents the investment properties of the Company’s subsidiaries that are measured at fair value at
31 December 2018.
Fair value measurements at

31 December 2018 using
Quoted prices
in active Significant other Significant
markets for observable unobservable
identical assets inputs inputs
(Level 1) (Level 2) (Level 3)
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Recurring fair value measurements
Investment properties:
– Office, serviced apartments and commercial
complex in Mainland China – – 318,222
– Serviced apartments in Singapore – – 404,313
complex in Mongolia – – 267,499
complex in other regions – – 488,638
– – 1,478,672
Fair value measurements at

31 December 2017 using
Quoted prices
in active Significant other Significant
markets for observable unobservable
identical assets inputs inputs
(Level 1) (Level 2) (Level 3)
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Recurring fair value measurements
Investment properties:
complex in Mainland China – – 334,685
– Serviced apartments in Singapore – – 412,024

complex in Mongolia – – 276,000
complex in other regions – – 426,144
– – 1,448,853
The fair value of an asset to be transferred between the levels is determined as of the date of the event or change in
circumstances that caused the transfer. There were no transfers between Level 1, 2 and 3 during the year.
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The following table shows a reconciliation of Level 3 fair values using significant unobservable inputs.
Office,
serviced Office, Office,
apartments serviced serviced
and apartments apartments
commercial and and
complex in Serviced commercial commercial
Mainland apartments complex in complex in
China in Singapore Mongolia other regions Total
At 1 January 2018 334,685 412,024 276,000 426,144 1,448,853
Additions 2,947 148 1,477 109,353 113,925
Disposals (565) (289) (16) (26) (896)
Changes in fair value (2,393) 141 (7,392) (16,343) (25,987)
Exchange differences (16,452) (7,711) (2,570) (30,490) (57,223)
At 31 December 2018 318,222 404,313 267,499 488,638 1,478,672
Office,
serviced Office, Office,
apartments serviced serviced
and apartments apartments
commercial and and
complex in Serviced commercial commercial
Mainland apartments complex in complex in
China in Singapore Mongolia other regions Total
At 1 January 2017 309,500 375,261 308,898 334,693 1,328,352
Transferred from property,
plant and equipment – – – 68,279 68,279
Additions 17,079 594 869 36,455 54,997
Disposals (29) (76) (146) (3) (254)
Changes in fair value (10,930) 7,459 (34,457) (19,952) (57,880)
Exchange differences 19,065 28,786 836 6,672 55,359
At 31 December 2017 334,685 412,024 276,000 426,144 1,448,853
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The following table shows the valuation techniques used by the valuers in the determination of Level 3 fair values. There
were no significant changes to the valuation techniques during the year.
Fair value at Valuation

Description 31 December 2018 technique Unobservable inputs
USD’000
Mainland China
– Office, serviced 318,222 Direct comparison Rental rate from Capitalisation
apartments and approach and income USD9 to USD39 per rate in the range
commercial complex capitalisation sq.m. per month and of 4.25% to 9%
approach occupancy from
80% to 95%
Singapore
– Serviced apartments 404,313 Direct comparison Rental rate at USD240 Capitalisation
approach and income per room per day and rate of 3.1%
capitalisation occupancy at 83%
approach
Mongolia
apartments and approach and income USD8 to USD25 rate in the range
commercial complex capitalisation per sq.m. per month of 7.25% to 9%
approach and occupancy
from 90% to 95%
Other regions
commercial complex capitalisation per sq.m. per month of 6% to 8.85%
approach
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Fair value at
Description 31 December 2017 Valuation technique Unobservable inputs
USD’000
Mainland China
commercial complex capitalisation per sq.m. per month of 4% to 9%
from 88% to 95%
Singapore
– Serviced apartments 412,024 Direct comparison Rental rate at Capitalisation
approach and income USD241 per room rate of 3%
capitalisation per day and
approach occupancy at 80%
Mongolia
commercial complex capitalisation per sq.m. per month of 5% to 10%
from 85% to 95%
Other regions
commercial complex capitalisation per sq.m. per month of 6% to 9.25%
approach
Under the income capitalisation approach, fair value is determined by discounting the projected cash flow streams
with the properties using risk-adjusted discount rate. An exit or terminal value projected based on capitalisation rate is
also included in the projection. The valuation takes into account expected market rental rate and occupancy rate of the
respective properties. The capitalisation rates used are based on the quality and location of the properties and taking
into account market data at the valuation date. The fair value measurement is positively correlated to the rental rate and
occupancy rate, and negatively correlated to the capitalisation rate and discount rate.
Under the direct comparison approach, fair value is determined with reference to recent sales price of comparable
properties in nearby locations and adjusting a premium or a discount specific to the quality of the respective properties
compared to the recent sales. Higher premium for higher quality properties will result in a higher fair value measurement.
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2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
At 1 January
Cost 691,607 669,330
Accumulated amortisation and impairment provision (193,190) (169,989)
Net book amount 498,417 499,341
Opening net book amount 498,417 499,341

Additions 23,196 387
Transfer to properties for sale – (14,210)
Amortisation of prepaid operating lease payment (14,837) (14,477)
Closing net book value 484,441 498,417
At 31 December
Cost 684,680 691,607
Accumulated amortisation (200,239) (193,190)
Net book amount 484,441 498,417
All amortisation expenses (net of amount capitalised) have been included as part of the other operating expenses.
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Outside Hong Kong, held on:
Leases of over 50 years 89,944 73,615
Leases of between 10 and 50 years 394,497 424,802
484,441 498,417
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Website and
Trademark system
Goodwill and licences development Total
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
At 1 January 2017
Cost 82,878 11,958 5,160 99,996
Accumulated amortisation – (6,244) (3,385) (9,629)
Net book amount 82,878 5,714 1,775 90,367

Opening net book amount 82,878 5,714 1,775 90,367
Exchange difference 974 – – 974
Amortisation expenses – (568) (826) (1,394)
Closing net book amount 83,852 5,146 949 89,947
At 31 December 2017
Cost 83,852 11,958 5,160 100,970
Net book amount 83,852 5,146 949 89,947

Opening net book amount 83,852 5,146 949 89,947
Exchange difference (334) – 33 (301)
Additions 4,921 – 7,017 11,938
Amortisation expenses – (568) (958) (1,526)
Closing net book amount 88,439 4,578 7,041 100,058
At 31 December 2018
Cost 88,439 11,958 12,179 112,576
Net book amount 88,439 4,578 7,041 100,058
The principal component of goodwill represented the excess of cost of acquisition of the hotel management group, SLIM
International Limited, over the fair value of the identified net assets acquired. Due to the synergies of the combination
of the hotel operation and hotel management sub-groups, the goodwill impairment assessment is based on the future
cashflow generated from the hotel management group. The future cashflow is based on the recent forecasts taking into
account the terms and final maturities of all existing management agreements, the past performance of the hotels and
the prevailing market conditions. A growth rate of 5% per annum (2017: 5% per annum) on net cash inflow from 2018
and a discount rate of 5% (2017: 5%) have been applied to the cashflow projection. In view of the cashflow projection,
provision for impairment losses is not considered necessary.
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(a) Details of principal subsidiaries are set out in Note 41(a).
(b) Material non-controlling interests
The total non-controlling interests as at 31 December 2018 is USD387,937,000 (2017: USD439,440,000),
of which USD190,371,000 (2017: USD190,992,000) is attributable to Shangri-La Hotels (Malaysia) Berhad
Group, USD-65,002,000 (2017: USD-32,081,000) is attributable to Intense Power Limited and USD6,114,000
(2017: USD4,302,000) is attributable to Shangri-La International Hotels (Pacific Place) Limited. The remaining
non-controlling interests in respect of other subsidiaries are not material in terms of profit contribution.
Summarised financial information of subsidiaries with material non-controlling interests

Set out below are the summarised financial information for each subsidiary that has non-controlling interests
that are material to the Group. These summarised financial information are based on the local statutory financial
statements of the relevant subsidiaries after adjustments for compliance with the Group’s accounting policies.
Summarised statement of financial position as at 31 December

Shangri-La
Shangri-La Hotels International Hotels
(Malaysia) Berhad Intense Power Limited (Pacific Place) Limited
2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Current
Assets 64,938 53,399 74,017 67,150 41,392 28,677
Liabilities (66,643) (66,489) (101,314) (84,223) (20,930) (18,979)
Total net current
(liabilities)/assets (1,705) (13,090) (27,297) (17,073) 20,462 9,698
Non-current
Assets 377,403 391,364 368,350 407,298 61,355 62,939
Liabilities (11,865) (11,730) (341,110) (323,096) (51,248) (51,124)
Total non-current
net assets 365,538 379,634 27,240 84,202 10,107 11,815
Net assets 363,833 366,544 (57) 67,129 30,569 21,513
Attributable to:
Owners of the Company 173,462 175,552 64,945 99,210 24,455 17,211
Non-controlling interests 190,371 190,992 (65,002) (32,081) 6,114 4,302
363,833 366,544 (57) 67,129 30,569 21,513
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(b) Material non-controlling interests (continued)
Summarised statement of comprehensive income for the year ended 31 December
Shangri-La
2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017
Revenue 135,146 127,157 26,229 20,208 154,805 148,832
Profit/(Loss) before
income tax 27,560 27,103 (55,710) (51,225) 49,794 49,274
Income tax expense (5,679) (6,165) (4,348) (3,311) (8,479) (8,254)
Other comprehensive
(loss)/income (7,928) 32,941 (7,128) – – –
Total comprehensive
income/(loss) 13,953 53,879 (67,186) (54,536) 41,315 41,020
Attributable to:
Owners of the Company 6,241 27,255 (34,265) (27,813) 33,052 32,816
Non-controlling interests 7,712 26,624 (32,921) (26,723) 8,263 8,204
13,953 53,879 (67,186) (54,536) 41,315 41,020
Dividends paid to
non-controlling interests 7,647 6,663 – – 6,452 9,032
Summarised cash flow for the year ended 31 December

Shangri-La
2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017
Net cash generated from/
(used in) operating activities 37,394 41,618 (2,559) 392 49,019 48,093
(used in) investing activities 4,503 (19,262) (1,807) (851) (2,679) (1,861)
(used in) financing activities (16,357) (14,354) 18,497 (7,222) (32,258) (45,162)
Net increase/(decrease)
in cash and cash equivalents 25,540 8,002 14,131 (7,681) 14,082 1,070
Cash and cash equivalents
at beginning of the year 32,302 21,530 50,488 58,169 15,106 14,036
Exchange (losses)/gains
on cash and cash equivalents (1,300) 2,770 – – – –
Cash and cash equivalent
at end of the year 56,542 32,302 64,619 50,488 29,188 15,106
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2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Interest in associates
At 1 January 3,624,180 3,373,164
Share of profit of associates (Note 33)
– profit before taxation 426,435 279,707
– taxation (121,042) (76,023)
305,393 203,684
Exchange difference (190,155) 209,982
Dividends declared by associates (96,466) (127,345)
Equity injection to an associate 1,730 –
Capitalisation of equity loan 34,103 –
Disposal of interests in an associate – (35,305)
Investment in associates under equity method 3,678,785 3,624,180
Equity loans (Note (a)) 98,880 130,333
Other long term shareholder loans (Note (b)) 134,136 115,544
3,911,801 3,870,057
Amounts due from associates (Note (c)) 70,742 90,450
Notes:
(a) Equity loans are unsecured, interest-free and with no fixed repayment terms.
(b) Other long term shareholder loans are interest bearing at:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
– HIBOR plus 1.5% per annum and wholly repayable
on 17 November 2019 (in Hong Kong dollars) – 3,250
– HIBOR plus 1% per annum and wholly repayable
on 17 July 2023 (in Hong Kong dollars) 22,374 22,374
– LIBOR plus 2% per annum and wholly repayable
on 31 December 2020 (in United States dollars) 12,250 12,250
– Fixed rate at 1% per annum and wholly repayable
on 21 April 2026 (in Renminbi) 10,928 11,478
on 15 May 2021 (in Hong Kong dollars) 36,982 36,982
on 31 Dec 2020 (in Hong Kong dollars) 29,210 29,210

on 21 Nov 2020 (in Hong Kong dollars) 7,312 –
– PBOC rate per annum and wholly repayable
on 5 January 2020 (in Renminbi) 15,080 –
134,136 115,544
Other long term shareholder loans are unsecured and not repayable within twelve months. The fair values of other long term
shareholder loans are not materially different from their carrying amounts.
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Notes: (continued)
(c) Amounts due from associates are unsecured and with the following terms:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
on 17 November 2019 (in Hong Kong dollars) 3,250 –
– PBOC rate per annum and wholly repayable
on 15 March 2018 (in Renminbi) – 5,633
– interest-free and repayable within one year 67,492 84,817
70,742 90,450
(d) The maximum exposure to credit risk at the reporting date is the fair value of the long term shareholder loans of
USD134,136,000 (2017: USD115,544,000) and amounts due from associates of USD70,742,000 (2017: USD90,450,000).
(e) The Group’s proportionate share of the carrying value of hotel properties (including properties, plant and equipment;
and leasehold land and land use rights) owned by the Group’s associates amounted to USD1,091,158,000 (2017:
USD1,051,983,000). The Group’s proportionate share of the fair value of investment properties owned by the Group’s associates
amounted to USD3,893,393,000 (2017: USD3,766,142,000).
(f) Set out below are the associates of the Group as at 31 December 2018, which, in the opinion of the directors, are material to the
Group. The associates as listed below are held directly by the Group. The country of incorporation or registration is also their
principal place of business.
Nature of investment in the associates as at 31 December 2018 and 2017:
Place of business/ % of ownership Nature of Measurement

Name of entity country of incorporation interest the business method
China World Trade Center Limited The People’s Republic of China 50 Note Equity
Shanghai Ji Xiang Properties Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 49 Note Equity
Note: Both China World Trade Center Limited and Shanghai Ji Xiang Properties Co, Limited own and operate hotels and
investment properties.
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Notes: (continued)
(f) (continued)
Summarised financial information for associates
Set out below are the summarised financial information for China World Trade Center Limited and Shanghai
Ji Xiang Properties Co, Limited which are accounted for using the equity method. These summarised financial
information are based on the local statutory financial statements of the relevant associates after adjustments for
compliance with the Group’s accounting policies.
China World Shanghai Ji Xiang

Trade Center Limited Properties Co, Limited
As at 31 December As at 31 December
2018 2017 2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Current
Assets 228,139 331,971 39,125 67,715
Liabilities (357,458) (491,707) (112,522) (110,658)
Net current liabilities (129,319) (159,736) (73,397) (42,943)
Non-current
Assets 5,636,614 5,545,885 1,856,808 1,931,354
Liabilities (2,130,611) (2,097,907) (489,026) (585,264)
Net non-current assets 3,506,003 3,447,978 1,367,782 1,346,090
Net assets 3,376,684 3,288,242 1,294,385 1,303,147
Summarised statement of comprehensive income

2018 2017 2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Revenue 581,302 517,700 225,962 217,332
Profit before tax (including fair

value gains on investment properties) 406,394 233,532 156,172 114,522
Income tax expense (101,328) (57,668) (39,710) (32,910)
Other comprehensive (loss)/income (160,704) 180,163 (68,536) 76,477

Total comprehensive income 144,362 356,027 47,926 158,089
Dividends received from associates (net of tax) 26,929 22,019 24,999 7,819
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Notes: (continued)
(f) (continued)
Reconciliation of summarised financial information

Reconciliation of the summarised financial information presented to the carrying amount of its interest in the
associates.

2018 2017 2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Closing net assets 3,376,684 3,288,242 1,294,385 1,303,147
Respective equity interest 50% 50% 49% 49%
Interest in associates 1,688,342 1,644,121 634,249 638,542
Goodwill – – 290 290
Carrying amount 1,688,342 1,644,121 634,539 638,832
(g) The Group has interests in a number of individually immaterial associates that are accounted for using the equity
method. The aggregated financial information on these associates are as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Aggregate carrying amount of individually immaterial associates 1,588,920 1,587,104
Aggregate amounts of the Group’s share of
Profit after tax 95,794 75,762
Other comprehensive income/(loss) (76,791) 83,560
Total comprehensive income 19,003 159,322
There were no contingent liabilities relating to the Group’s interest in associates as at 31 December 2018 and 2017.
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13 FINANCIAL ASSETS
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Non-current
Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income
– Equity and loan instruments 4,164 –
Financial assets at fair value through profit and loss

– Club debentures 10,391 –
Available-for-sale financial assets

– Overseas unlisted shares, at cost – 4,145
– Club debentures, at fair value – 9,198
Total 14,555 13,343
Current
Financial assets at fair value through profit and loss
– Share listed in Hong Kong 18,836 –
Financial assets held for trading

– Share listed in Hong Kong – 23,534
Total 18,836 23,534
There were no disposals of financial assets in 2018 and 2017.
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14 OTHER RECEIVABLES
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Security deposit on leased premises 14,720 14,254
An interest-free security deposit amounting to JPY1,751,000,000 (equivalent to USD15,957,000) (31 December 2017:
JPY1,751,000,000 (equivalent to USD15,541,000)) was paid to the lessor of the leased premises and will only be
recoverable after expiry of the lease. The effective interest rate applied to calculate the fair value upon initial recognition
of the deposit is 0.556% per annum.
The fair values of these other receivables are not materially different from their carrying values.
The maximum exposure to credit risk at the reporting date is the fair value of other receivables mentioned above.
15 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE, PREPAYMENTS AND DEPOSITS

2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Trade receivables 111,890 118,442
Less: Provision for impairment of receivables (3,576) (1,763)
Trade receivables – net 108,314 116,679
Other receivables 78,842 110,110
Prepayments and other deposits 82,682 93,359
Short term advance to a third party (note (c)) 1,050 3,500
270,888 323,648
There is no concentration of credit risk with respect to trade receivables, as the Group has a large number of customers,
internationally dispersed.
(a) The fair values of the trade and other receivables are not materially different from their carrying values.
(b) A significant part of the Group’s sales are by credit cards or against payment of deposits. The remaining amounts
are with general credit term of 30 days. The Group has a defined credit policy. The ageing analysis of the trade
receivables based on invoice date after provision for impairment is as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
0 – 3 months 96,656 92,998
4 – 6 months 4,584 15,998
Over 6 months 7,074 7,683
108,314 116,679
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(b) (continued)
The carrying amounts of the Group’s trade and other receivables are denominated in the following currencies:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Hong Kong dollars 35,892 37,491
United States dollars 8,092 12,307
Renminbi 51,551 59,804
Singapore dollars 24,341 16,409
Malaysian Ringgit 5,256 6,749
Thai Baht 4,487 5,393
Philippines Pesos 17,745 16,216
Japanese Yen 4,175 4,159
Euros 6,348 5,294
Australian dollars 5,006 5,047
British Pounds 3,838 3,192
Mongolian Tugrik 6,098 14,120
Sri Lankan Rupee 10,304 35,748
Other currencies 4,023 4,860
187,156 226,789
Movements on the Group’s provision for impairment of trade receivables are as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
At 1 January 1,763 1,975
Exchange differences (53) 83
Provision for receivables impairment 3,154 1,918
Receivables written off during the year as uncollectible (39) (188)
Unused amounts reversed (1,249) (2,025)
At 31 December 3,576 1,763
The creation and release of provision for impaired receivables have been included in “administrative expenses” in
the consolidated statement of profit or loss. Amounts charged to the allowance account are generally written off
when there is no expectation of recovering additional cash.
The maximum exposure to credit risk at the reporting date is the fair value of each class of receivables mentioned
above.
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(c) A short term advance of USD3,500,000 bearing interest at a fixed rate of 6.25% per annum was provided to the
purchaser under the sale and purchase transaction in relation to the disposal of equity interest in an associate
incorporated in Indonesia. The maturity date of the advance was firstly extended from June 2018 to December
2018 and was further extended to end of March 2019 at the same terms. A principal amount of USD2,450,000
was repaid during the year. The maximum exposure to credit risk at the reporting date is the carrying value of the
advance.
16 PROPERTIES FOR SALE

2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Located in
– Mainland China 38,064 46,208
– Sri Lanka 115,033 –
153,097 46,208
These properties held for sale include the cost of the underlying land on which the properties are developed.
17 CASH, BANK BALANCES AND OTHER LIQUID FUNDS

2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Short-term fund placements (note) 49,655 –
Cash at bank and in hand 618,234 503,962
Short-term bank deposits 391,500 417,900
Cash and bank balances 1,009,734 921,862
Cash and bank balances and short-term fund placements 1,059,389 921,862
Maximum exposure to credit risk for all balances at bank and short-term
fund placements 1,054,521 915,718
Note: Short-term fund placements represent investment in highly liquid money market instruments. This investment is
readily convertible to cash and has insignificant risk of changes in value.
The effective interest rate on short-term bank deposits was 1.96% per annum (2017: 1.74% per annum); these deposits
have an average maturity of 3.3 months (2017: 4.0 months).
Cash and cash equivalents include the following for the purposes of the consolidated cash flow statement:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Cash and bank balances and short-term fund placements (as above) 1,059,389 921,862
Less: Short-term bank deposits with original maturities over 3 months (88,979) (124,584)
Cash and cash equivalents 970,410 797,278
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18 SHARE CAPITAL AND PREMIUM AND SHARES HELD FOR SHARE AWARD SCHEME
Amount
No. of shares Ordinary shares Share premium Total
(’000) USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Share capital and premium
Authorised – Ordinary shares of HKD1 each

At 31 December 2017 and 31 December 2018 5,000,000 646,496 – 646,496
Issued and fully paid - Ordinary shares of HKD1 each

At 1 January 2017 3,580,024 462,195 2,729,606 3,191,801
– allotment of shares 4,036 520 5,786 6,306
– transfer from share option reserve – – 313 313
At 31 December 2017 and 1 January 2018 3,584,060 462,715 2,735,705 3,198,420
- allotment of shares 1,465 189 2,100 2,289
– transfer from share option reserve – – 1,286 1,286
At 31 December 2018 3,585,525 462,904 2,739,091 3,201,995
Shares held for share award scheme
At 31 December 2017 and 1 January 2018 – – – –

Share purchase for share award scheme (4,690) (605) (7,319) (7,924)
Vesting of shares under share award scheme 1,458 188 2,740 2,928
At 31 December 2018 (3,232) (417) (4,579) (4,996)
As at 31 December 2018, except for shares held for share award scheme shown as above, 10,501,055 (2017: 10,501,055)
ordinary shares in the Company were held by a subsidiary which was acquired in late 1999. The cost of these shares was
recognised in equity in prior years.
Share awards
During the year ended 31 December 2018, the share award scheme of the Group acquired 4,690,000 ordinary shares
in the Company through purchases on the open market and 1,458,000 shares were transferred to the awardees upon
vesting of the awarded shares. The remaining 3,232,000 shares were held in trust under the share award scheme as at 31
December 2018. Details of the share award scheme were disclosed in Note 19 to this consolidated financial statements.
Share options
The shareholders of the Company approved the adoption of a share option scheme on 28 May 2012 (“2012 Option
Scheme”). The options granted on 23 August 2013 under the 2012 Option Scheme are immediately exercisable on the
grant date and have a contractual option term of ten years with 22 August 2023 being the last exercisable date. The
Group has no legal or constructive obligation to repurchase or settle the options in cash.
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Share options (continued)
Certain share options granted to option holders of the Company were exercised and the following new shares were
issued.
Number of option
shares issued at Total
HKD12.11 per consideration
option share USD’000
In year 2018
January 40,000 63
February 506,000 790
March 549,000 858
April 75,000 117
June 220,000 344
July 75,000 117
For the year ended 31 December 2018 1,465,000 2,289
For the year ended 31 December 2017 4,036,000 6,306
The weighted average closing price of the shares immediately before the dates on which the options were exercised for
the year ended 31 December 2018 was HKD17.26 (year ended 31 December 2017: HKD15.53).
Movements in the number of outstanding option shares and their related weighted average exercise prices are as follows:
For the year ended For the year ended

31 December 2018 31 December 2017
Weighted Weighted
average average
exercise price Number of exercise price Number of
in HKD per outstanding in HKD per outstanding
option share option shares option share option shares
At 1 January 12.11 9,813,000 12.11 14,603,000
Exercised 12.11 (1,465,000) 12.11 (4,036,000)
Lapsed 12.11 (160,000) 12.11 (754,000)
At 31 December 12.11 8,188,000 12.11 9,813,000
No new option was granted during the year ended 31 December 2018 and 2017.
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Share options (continued)
Outstanding option shares at the end of the year are as follows:
Number of outstanding
option shares as at
Exercise price in
HKD per 31 December 31 December
option share 2018 2017
Last exercisable date
23 February 2018 12.11 – 200,000
31 December 2018 12.11 – 80,000
31 December 2019 12.11 – 350,000
22 August 2023 12.11 8,188,000 9,183,000
8,188,000 9,813,000
No option was exercised subsequent to 31 December 2018 and up to the approval date of the financial statements.
19 SHARE AWARD SCHEME

The Group operates the share award scheme as part of the benefits for its employees and the Company’s directors which
allows shares of the Company to be granted to the awardees. The awarded shares can either be purchased on the open
market or newly issued by the Company.
For the year ended 31 December 2018, a total of 3,101,571 shares with an average fair value of HKD13.91 per share were
granted to the qualified awardees. Out of these, 1,458,000 shares were immediately vested and the remaining 1,643,571
shares will be vested from year 2019 to 2021 (subject to a maximum upside adjustment of 1,280,429 shares depending
on performance and a maximum total of 2,924,000 shares can be vested). A total of 3,232,000 shares were held in trust
under the share award scheme as at 31 December 2018. During the year, an expense of USD3,550,000 for the award
shares granted was charged to the consolidated statement of profit or loss.
Further details of the Share Award Scheme are set out under the section headed “Share Award Scheme” of the
Company’s 2018 annual report. Shangri-La Asia Limited Annual Report 2018
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20 OTHER RESERVES
Share option Share award

reserve reserve
USD’000 USD’000
Balance at 1 January 2017 7,815 –

Currency translation differences – –
Exercise of share options – Transfer to share premium (313) –
Fair value changes of interest-rate swap contracts – –
Fair value changes of available-for-sale financial assets – –
Balance at 31 December 2017 7,502 –
Change in accounting policy – HKFRS 9 (Transfer to retained earnings) – –
Balance at 1 January 2018, as restated 7,502 –
Currency translation differences – –
Exercise of share options – Transfer to share premium (1,286) –
Fair value changes of interest-rate swap contracts – –
Granting of shares under share award scheme – 3,550
Vesting of shares under share award scheme – (2,961)
Balance at 31 December 2018 6,216 589
Notes:
(a) A subsidiary is required by local law to appropriate a certain percentage of its annual net profits as other reserve until the
reserve reaches 10 percent of its registered share capital. This reserve is not available for dividend distribution.
(b) The contributed surplus of the Group arises when the Group issues shares in exchange for the shares of companies being
acquired, and represents the difference between the nominal value of the Company’s issued shares and the value of net assets
of the companies acquired. Under the Companies Act 1981 of Bermuda (as amended), the contributed surplus is distributable
to the shareholders. At the Group level, the contributed surplus is reclassified into its components of reserves of the underlying
subsidiaries, whenever appropriate.
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Available-
Capital Exchange for-sale
Hedging redemption fluctuation Capital financial Other Contributed
reserve reserve reserve reserve assets reserve reserve surplus Total
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
(Note (a)) (Note (b))
(2,413) 10,666 (407,557) 601,490 5,210 1,368 389,741 606,320
– – 501,394 – – – – 501,394
– – – – – – – (313)
8,730 – – – – – – 8,730
– – – – 1,632 – – 1,632
6,317 10,666 93,837 601,490 6,842 1,368 389,741 1,117,763
– – – – (6,842) – – (6,842)
6,317 10,666 93,837 601,490 – 1,368 389,741 1,110,921
– – (414,985) – – – – (414,985)
– – – – – – – (1,286)
(1,871) – – – – – – (1,871)
– – – – – – – 3,550
– – – – – – – (2,961)
4,446 10,666 (321,148) 601,490 – 1,368 389,741 693,368
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21 BANK LOANS
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Bank loans – secured (Note 38(c)) 108,999 129,264
Bank loans – unsecured 4,388,907 5,055,411
Total 4,497,906 5,184,675
Less: Non-current portion (4,066,686) (4,949,844)
Current portion 431,220 234,831
The maturity of bank loans is as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Within 1 year 431,220 234,831
Between 1 and 2 years 1,056,483 1,014,804
Between 2 and 5 years 2,940,849 3,895,162
Repayable within 5 years 4,428,552 5,144,797
Over 5 years 69,354 39,878
4,497,906 5,184,675
The effective interest rates at the date of the statement of financial position were as follows:
31 December 2018
HKD RMB USD JPY Euros AUD FJD
Bank loans 3.26% 4.89% 3.47% 0.60% 0.96% 3.14% 3.75%
31 December 2017
HKD RMB USD JPY Euros AUD GBP SGD
Bank loans 2.17% 4.84% 2.50% 0.60% 0.98% 2.93% 1.58% 1.61%
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21 BANK LOANS (CONTINUED)
The carrying amounts of the bank loans approximate their fair values and are denominated in the following currencies:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Hong Kong dollars 1,513,265 1,717,135
Renminbi 442,850 452,943
United States dollars 2,184,210 2,471,940
Euros 225,292 243,887
Japanese Yen 45,567 44,379
Singapore dollars – 98,295
Australian dollars 83,844 95,334
British pounds – 60,762
Fiji dollars 2,878 –
4,497,906 5,184,675
The Group has the following undrawn borrowing facilities:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Floating rate
– expiring within one year 21,265 62,581
– expiring beyond one year 898,762 1,088,607
Fixed rate
– expiring within one year 583 765
– expiring beyond one year 48,646 49,868
969,256 1,201,821
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22 FIXED RATE BONDS
In November 2018, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company issued fixed rate bonds in the aggregate principal amount
of SGD825,000,000 (equivalent to USD605,371,000) which carry a coupon rate of 4.50% per annum and have a
maturity term of 7 years. In the same month, another wholly owned subsidiary of the Company also issued fixed rate
bonds in the aggregate principal amount of USD35,000,000 which carry a coupon rate of 5.23% per annum and have a
maturity term of 7 years. The fixed rate bonds recognised in the statement of financial position is calculated as follows:
USD’000
Face value of fixed rate bonds issued in November 2018 640,371
Discount and issuing expenses (3,519)
Net bonds proceeds received 636,852
Accumulated amortisation of issuing expenses 81
Carrying amount of fixed rate bonds at 31 December 2018 636,933
23 DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Non-current liabilities
Interest-rate swap contracts 5,654 –
Cross currency swap contract 607 –
Current liabilities
Interest-rate swap contracts 1,475 488
Cross currency swap contract 102 –
Total 7,838 488
Non-current assets
Interest-rate swap contracts 8,102 5,067
Current assets
Interest-rate swap contracts 3,472 1,738
Total 11,574 6,805
All the interest-rate swap contracts qualify for hedge accounting. The notional principal amounts of the outstanding
HIBOR and LIBOR interest-rate swap contracts at 31 December 2018 were as follows:
– HKD Nil (31 December 2017: HKD1,600,000,000 with fixed interest rates of 1.395% to 1.635% per annum).
– USD860,000,000 (31 December 2017: USD806,000,000) with fixed interest rates of 1.825% to 3.045% per
annum (31 December 2017: 1.420% to 1.850% per annum) maturing during April 2022 to November 2023.
During the year ended 31 December 2018, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company entered into a cross
currency contract amounting to USD35,000,000, under which the principal amount was exchanged at inception to
SGD48,377,000 at an exchange rate of USD1 to SGD1.3822 and will be re-exchanged on expiry date in November 2025
at the same exchange rate. Under the contract, a fixed interest rate of 4.25% per annum on the exchanged Singapore
dollar principal amounts would be paid and a fixed interest rate of 5.23% per annum on the United States dollar principal
amount would be received. The cross currency swap contract does not qualify for hedge accounting.
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SHAREHOLDERS
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Non-controlling interests
Share of equity 235,830 276,321
Equity loans (Note (a)) 152,107 163,119
387,937 439,440
Notes:
(a) Equity loans are unsecured, with no fixed repayment terms and bearing interest at:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
– LIBOR per annum 8,724 8,724
– LIBOR plus 1% per annum 100,425 104,375
– fixed rate of 2.5% per annum 18,497 21,789
– interest-free 24,461 28,231
152,107 163,119
(b) Amounts due to/(from) non-controlling shareholders (current portion) are unsecured and with the following terms:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Amounts due to non-controlling shareholders
– interest-free with no fixed repayment terms 35,050 27,942
Amounts due from non-controlling shareholders

– interest-free with no fixed repayment terms – (37)
35,050 27,905
The fair values of the amounts due to/(from) non-controlling shareholders are not materially different from their carrying
values.
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25 DEFERRED INCOME TAX
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are calculated in full on temporary differences under the liability method using
a principal taxation rate of 16.5% (2017: 16.5%) for subsidiaries operating in Hong Kong. Deferred income tax assets and
liabilities of overseas subsidiaries are calculated at the rates of taxation prevailing in the countries in which the respective
subsidiaries operate.
The movement on the deferred income tax account is as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
At 1 January 321,119 303,931
Deferred taxation charged to consolidated
statement of profit or loss (Note 34) 5,547 8,996
Deferred taxation charged to other comprehensive income 26 107
At 31 December 323,569 321,119
The following amounts which are expected only to be substantially recovered/settled after more than twelve months
from the date of the statement of financial position, determined after appropriate offsetting, are shown in the
consolidated statement of financial position. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally
enforceable right to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities and when the deferred income taxes relate to
the same fiscal authority.
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Deferred income tax assets (7,507) (8,138)
Deferred income tax liabilities 331,076 329,257
323,569 321,119
Deferred income tax assets are recognised for tax loss carry forwards to the extent that realisation of the related tax
benefit through the future taxable profits is probable. As at 31 December 2018, the Group has the following unrecognised
tax losses to carry forward against future taxable income.
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
With no expiry date 236,562 122,071
Lapsed within the next five years 659,243 621,495
Lapsed within the next ten years 3,719 9,133
899,524 752,699
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25 DEFERRED INCOME TAX (CONTINUED)
The movement in deferred income tax assets and liabilities (prior to offsetting of balances within the same taxation
jurisdiction) during the year is as follows:
Accelerated tax Properties Dividend

Deferred income tax liabilities depreciation valuation surplus withholding tax Others Total
2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
At 1 January 211,049 189,622 39,487 47,091 85,778 79,674 373 1,127 336,687 317,514
Charged/(credited) to
statement of profit or loss 10,233 15,160 (3,430) (8,924) (670) 4,309 77 (754) 6,210 9,791
Exchange differences (2,256) 6,267 (1,014) 1,320 (445) 1,795 – – (3,715) 9,382
At 31 December 219,026 211,049 35,043 39,487 84,663 85,778 450 373 339,182 336,687
Deferred income tax assets Provision of assets Tax losses Others Total
2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
At 1 January (3,471) (3,182) (36) (31) (12,061) (10,370) (15,568) (13,583)
(Credited)/charged to
statement of profit or loss (149) 166 (256) – (258) (961) (663) (795)
Charged to other
comprehensive income – – – – 26 107 26 107
Exchange differences 172 (455) (50) (5) 470 (837) 592 (1,297)
At 31 December (3,448) (3,471) (342) (36) (11,823) (12,061) (15,613) (15,568)
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26 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUALS
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Trade payables 104,037 119,984
Construction cost payable, other payables and accrued expenses 573,605 756,400
677,642 876,384
The ageing analysis of the trade payables based on invoice date is as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
0 – 3 months 85,231 98,405
4 – 6 months 8,931 9,804
Over 6 months 9,875 11,775
104,037 119,984
27 CONTRACT LIABILITIES
At 31 December At 1 January
2018 2018
USD’000 USD’000
Guest loyalty programme 69,278 63,219
Hotel operation 73,515 87,286
Property sale 144,097 199,313
286,890 349,818
2018
USD’000
Balance at 1 January 349,818
Recognized as revenue during the current year (198,774)
Cancellation for prior years’ balance during the current year (1,229)
Net increase for new transactions during the current year 166,341
Exchange differences (29,266)
Balance at 31 December 286,890
Contract liabilities for hotel operation mainly comprise deposit receipts in advance from customers and unredeemed
loyalty points liabilities for hotel guests while those of property sale refer to the deposits received from the properties
buyers.
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28 EXPENSES BY NATURE
Expenses included in cost of sales, marketing costs, administrative expenses and other operating expenses are analysed
as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment (net of amount
capitalised of USD16,000 (2017: USD53,000)) (Note 7) 336,273 312,852
Amortisation of leasehold land and land use rights (Note 9) 14,837 14,477
Amortisation of trademark; and website and system
development (Note 10) 1,526 1,394
Employee benefit expenses excluding directors’ emoluments
(net of amount capitalised and amount grouped under
pre-opening expenses) (Note 30) 811,432 717,800
Cost of sales of properties 54,874 33,073
Cost of inventories sold or consumed in operation 318,364 284,336
Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment; and
partial replacement of investment properties 2,136 1,430
Discarding of property, plant and equipment due to renovation
of hotels and resorts – 10,208
Operating lease expenses 74,106 69,138
Pre-opening expenses 2,162 17,356
Auditors’ remuneration
– audit services 2,009 1,828
– non-audit services 430 637
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29 OTHER LOSSES – NET
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Fair value losses on investment properties (Note 8) (25,987) (57,880)
Net unrealised (losses)/gains on listed securities (4,698) 8,571
Provision for impairment losses on hotel properties (Note 7) (123,185) –
Gain on disposal of equity interests in a subsidiary and an associate – 14,886
Gain on disposal of a hotel property 2,883 –
Fair value changes of club debentures 1,216 –
Fair value changes of cross currency swap contracts (710) –
Others 2 801
Non-operating items (150,479) (33,622)
Interest income 21,303 15,969

Dividend income 2,749 1,489
(126,427) (16,164)
30 EMPLOYEE BENEFIT EXPENSES

(excluding Directors’ emoluments and share options granted to Directors and employees)
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Wages and salaries (including unutilised annual leave) 635,464 558,034
Pension costs – defined contribution plans 46,271 40,258
Pension costs – defined benefit plans 1,412 1,556
Other welfare 129,519 123,359
812,666 723,207
Less: Amount included in pre-opening expenses (1,234) (5,407)
811,432 717,800
Total pension cost including charges for Directors charged to the statement of profit or loss for the year under all pension
schemes was USD47,729,000 (2017: USD41,966,000).
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30 EMPLOYEE BENEFIT EXPENSES (CONTINUED)
Pension scheme arrangement
The Group operates and participates in a number of pension and retirement schemes of both the defined contribution
and defined benefit types. Principal schemes are described below:
(a) Defined contribution retirement plan

The Company and subsidiaries in Hong Kong participate in a mandatory provident fund scheme (“MPF”) which
requires both the employers and employees in Hong Kong to contribute 5% of their monthly gross earnings with
a ceiling of HKD1,500 (equivalent to USD194). Normally, the employees can only take all the benefits when
reaching the statutory retirement age. These companies also participate in other defined contribution schemes
which only require the employers to make monthly contribution of the net difference between 10% of the
employees’ monthly basic salaries (subject to a ceiling of HKD10,000) and the amount already contributed by
the employers to the MPF for the relevant employees. Under such schemes, any unvested benefits of employees
terminating employment can be utilised by the employers to reduce their future contributions. The assets of these
schemes are held separately in independently administrated funds. Contributions made by the employers were
charged to statement of profit or loss as incurred.
The Group’s subsidiaries in Mainland China, Singapore and Malaysia participate in defined contribution schemes
managed by the respective local governments in these countries. The Group’s subsidiaries in Australia participate
in the government-supported superannuation fund scheme (a defined contribution scheme). Contributions are
made based on a percentage, ranging from 9.5% to 20%, of the employee’s salaries and bonuses, as applicable,
and are charged to the statement of profit or loss as incurred. The maximum contributions by the subsidiaries for
each employee for the Group’s subsidiaries in Singapore are fixed by the government at SGD1,020 (equivalent
to USD748) per month for monthly salaries and bonus payment. The employees of the Group’s subsidiaries in
Singapore and Malaysia are also required to contribute 20% and 11%, respectively of their gross salaries and
bonus, if applicable, to the respective local fund.
The Group also operates a global defined contribution scheme for senior expatriates employed by the Group
which requires the employers to contribute 6% to 10% (varying with staff grading) of the employees’ basic
salaries. Employees can contribute to the scheme on a voluntary basis. Under such scheme, the unvested benefits
of employees terminating employment can be utilised by the employers to reduce their future contributions.
The assets of the scheme are held separately in independently administered funds. Contributions made by the
employers were charged to statement of profit or loss as incurred.
(b) Defined benefit retirement plan

The hotels in the Philippines and Malaysia have adopted funded non-contributory defined benefit pension plans
covering their regular employees. The benefits are based on years of service and the employees’ final covered
compensation. The plans require periodic contributions by the participating subsidiaries as determined by
periodic actuarial reviews. For the hotels in the Philippines and Malaysia, actuarial valuations were performed by
qualified actuaries at 31 December 2018 using the Projected Unit Credit Actuarial Cost Method.
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30 EMPLOYEE BENEFIT EXPENSES (CONTINUED)
Pension Scheme Arrangement (continued)
(b) Defined benefit retirement plan (continued)
Movements in the present value of the defined benefit obligations:
Defined benefit obligations Fair value of plan assets Net defined benefit liability
2018 2017 2018 2017 2018 2017
Balance at 1 January 17,124 16,821 (7,169) (7,157) 9,955 9,664
Exchange difference (673) 443 355 50 (318) 493
Included in statement of profit or loss
Current service cost 920 1,045 – – 920 1,045
Interest cost/(interest income) 905 874 (413) (363) 492 511
1,825 1,919 (413) (363) 1,412 1,556
Included in other comprehensive income

Actuarial gain (863) (502) – – (863) (502)
Loss on assets excluding amount
included in net interest cost – – 784 224 784 224
(863) (502) 784 224 (79) (278)
Other
Contributions – – (1,943) (1,356) (1,943) (1,356)
Benefits paid (1,156) (1,557) 818 1,433 (338) (124)
(1,156) (1,557) (1,125) 77 (2,281) (1,480)
Balance at 31 December 16,257 17,124 (7,568) (7,169) 8,689 9,955
Net defined benefit liability of USD8,689,000 (2017: USD9,955,000) was recorded as accounts payable and
accruals under current liabilities.
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31 BENEFIT AND INTERESTS OF DIRECTORS
The remuneration received from the Group by every Director of the Company for the year ended 31 December 2018 is set
out below:
Emoluments
paid or
receivable in
respect of
director other
service in
connection
Remunerations with the
paid or Compensation management
Employer’s receivable paid or of the
Contribution in respect of receivable in affairs of the
Allowances to retirement accepting respect of Company or
Discretionary Inducement and benefits benefit office loss office its subsidiary
Name of Director Fees Salary bonuses fees in kind(9) schemes as director as director undertaking Total
KUOK Hui Kwong (7)(10)
– 558 1,257 – 19 15 – – – 1,849
LIM Beng Chee(8)(10) – 797 1,471 – 170 16 – – – 2,454
LUI Man Shing 5 418 774 – 13 15 – – – 1,225
HO Kian Guan 62 – – – – – – – – 62
Alexander Reid HAMILTON 76 – – – – – – – – 76
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur 75 – – – – – – – – 75
LEE Kai Fu 30 – – – – – – – – 30
YAP Chee Keong 57 – – – – – – – – 57
HO Chung Tao – – – – – – – – – –
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31 BENEFIT AND INTERESTS OF DIRECTORS (CONTINUED)
The remuneration received from the Group by every Director of the Company for the year ended 31 December 2017 is set
out below:
Emoluments
paid or
receivable in
respect of
director other
service in
connection
Remunerations with the
paid or Compensation management
Employer’s receivable paid or of the affairs
Contribution in respect receivable in of the
Allowances to retirement of accepting respect of Company or
Discretionary Inducement and benefits benefit office loss office its subsidiary
Name of Director Fees Salary bonuses fees in kind(9) schemes as director as director undertaking Total
KUOK Hui Kwong (7)
– 542 1,935 – 26 15 – – – 2,518
LIM Beng Chee(1)(8) – 774 2,323 – 164 16 – – – 3,277
LUI Man Shing 5 418 774 – 18 15 – – – 1,230
KUOK Khoon Chen(2) 12 – – – 2 – – – – 14
LIU Kung Wei, Christopher (3)
– 153 – – 23 4 – – – 180
Madhu Rama Chandra RAO(4) – 542 1,290 – 290 54 – – – 2,176
HO Kian Guan 59 – – – – – – – – 59
Alexander Reid HAMILTON 72 – – – – – – – – 72
Timothy David DATTELS (5)
12 – – – – – – – – 12
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur 72 – – – – – – – – 72
LEE Kai Fu 30 – – – – – – – – 30
YAP Chee Keong(6) 2 – – – – – – – – 2
HO Chung Tao – – – – – – – – – –
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Notes:
(1) Mr LIM Beng Chee was appointed as Non-executive Director on 26 September 2016 and re-designated as Executive Director on
1 January 2017.
(2) Mr KUOK Khoon Chen was re-designated as Non-executive Director on 1 January 2017 and retired as Director on 2 June 2017.
(3) Mr LIU Kung Wei, Christopher was appointed as Director on 5 April 2016 and resigned as Director on 31 March 2017.
(4) Mr Madhu Rama Chandra RAO retired as Director on 31 December 2017.
(5) Mr Timothy David DATTELS was resigned as Director on 29 May 2017.
(6) Mr YAP Chee Keong was appointed as Director on 11 December 2017.
(7) Discretionary bonus for Ms KUOK Hui Kwong for the year ended 31 December 2017 includes a portion amounting to
USD743,000 being granted in the form of the Company’s shares in 2018.
(8) Discretionary bonus for Mr LIM Beng Chee for the year ended 31 December 2017 includes a portion amounting to USD929,000
being granted in the form of the Company’s shares in 2018.
(9) Other benefits include housing, holiday warrant, medical expenses and insurance premium. Pursuant to the existing option
scheme of the Company (Note 18), the Company granted to the Directors options to subscribe for shares in the Company
subject to terms and conditions stipulated therein. The fair values of option shares granted to the Directors in the past years
were included in the total expenses on share options granted in the same year.
(10) For the year ended 31 December 2018, award shares were granted to certain Executive Directors under the share award scheme.
Ms KUOK Hui Kwong was granted 433,738 award shares (with a maximum upside adjustment of 338,262 shares which comes
up to a total maximum of 772,000 shares) being vested in the years from 2019 to 2021. Mr LIM Beng Chee was granted
542,155 award shares (with a maximum upside adjustment of 421,845 shares which comes up to a total maximum of 964,000
shares) being vested in the years from 2019 to 2021. The remuneration on the awarded shares will be included in the disclosure
when the vesting condition has been met.
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Movement of option shares granted to the Directors for the year ended 31 December 2018 are as follows:
Closing price
per share
on the No. of
business day option shares No. of
immediately held as at option shares
before date 1 January granted during
Grantees Date of grant Tranche of grant 2018 the year
HKD
LUI Man Shing 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 350,000 –
Alexander Reid HAMILTON 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 100,000 –
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 100,000 –
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Excess of
weighted
No. of No. of No. of average
Transfer Transfer option option option closing price
from other to other shares shares shares Exercise per share
category category exercised lapsed held as at price per on exercise
during during during during 31 December option date over
the year the year the year the year 2018 share exercise price Exercise period
HKD HKD
– – – – 350,000 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –
22 Aug 2023
– – – – 100,000 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –

22 Aug 2023
– – – – 100,000 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –

22 Aug 2023
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Movement of option shares granted to the Directors for the year ended 31 December 2017 are as follows:
Closing price
per share No. of No. of
on the option option
business day shares shares
immediately held as at granted
before date 1 January during
Grantees Date of grant Tranche of grant 2017 the year
HKD
KUOK Khoon Chen 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 350,000 –
LUI Man Shing 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 350,000 –
Madhu Rama Chandra RAO 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 350,000 –
HO Kian Guan 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 100,000 –
Alexander Reid HAMILTON 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 100,000 –
Timothy David DATTELS 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 100,000 –
LI Kwok Cheung Arthur 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 100,000 –
LIU Kung Wei Christopher 23 Aug 2013 – 11.92 350,000 –
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Excess of
weighted
No. of No. of No. of average
Transfer Transfer option option option closing price
from other to other shares shares shares Exercise per share
category category exercised lapsed held as at price per on exercise
during during during during 31 December option date over
the year the year the year the year 2017 share exercise price Exercise period
HKD HKD
– (350,000) – – – 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –
22 Aug 2023
– – – – 350,000 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –

22 Aug 2023
– (350,000) – – – 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –

22 Aug 2023
– – (100,000) – – 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –

22 Aug 2023
– – – – 100,000 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –

22 Aug 2023
– – – (100,000) – 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –

22 Aug 2023
– – – – 100,000 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –

22 Aug 2023
– (350,000) – – – 12.11 – 23 Aug 2013 –

22 Aug 2023
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Five highest paid individuals
The five individuals whose emoluments were the highest in the Group for the year include two (2017: four) directors
whose emoluments are reflected in the analysis presented above. The emoluments payable to the remaining three
individuals in 2018 are as follows:
2018
USD’000
Basic salaries, housing allowances, other allowances and benefits in kind 3,064
Employer’s contribution to pension scheme 40
Discretionary bonuses 1,651
Inducement fee to join the Group 663
Compensation for loss of office:
– contractual payments –
– other payment –
5,418
For the year ended 31 December 2018, the three individuals were also granted a total of 667,678 award shares in the
Company (subject to upside and downside adjustment) being vested in the years from 2019 to 2021 pursuant to the
Company’s share award scheme.
The emoluments of the five highest paid individuals fell within the following bands:
Number of individuals
Emolument bands (in HK dollar) 2018 2017
HKD9,500,001 – HKD10,000,000 – 1
HKD12,500,001 – HKD13,000,000 1 –
HKD14,000,001 – HKD14,500,000 2 –
HKD15,000,001 – HKD15,500,000 1 –
HKD16,500,001 – HKD17,000,000 – 1
HKD17,000,001 – HKD17,500,000 – 1
HKD19,000,001 – HKD19,500,000 1 –
HKD19,500,001 – HKD20,000,000 – 1
HKD25,000,001 – HKD25,500,000 – 1
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32 FINANCE COSTS – NET
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Interest expense:
– bank loans 171,861 137,310
– fixed rate bonds 4,038 8,189
– other loans 3,579 4,179
179,478 149,678
Less: amount capitalised (9,405) (16,796)
170,073 132,882
Net foreign exchange losses/(gains) 25,432 (1,463)
195,505 131,419
The effective capitalisation rate used to determine the amount of borrowing costs eligible for capitalisation is 3.4% per
annum (2017: 2.8%).
33 SHARE OF PROFIT OF ASSOCIATES

2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Share of profit before tax of associates before share of
net fair value gains of investment properties 261,733 239,587
Share of net fair value gains of investment properties 164,702 40,120
Share of profit before tax of associates 426,435 279,707
Share of tax before provision for deferred tax liabilities
on fair value gains of investment properties (80,252) (66,802)
Share of provision for deferred tax liabilities on
fair value gains of investment properties (40,790) (9,221)
Share of associates’ taxation (121,042) (76,023)
Share of profit of associates 305,393 203,684
34 INCOME TAX EXPENSE

2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Current income tax
– Hong Kong profits tax 14,455 2,243

– overseas taxation 86,656 94,881
Deferred income tax (Note 25) 5,547 8,996
106,658 106,120
Share of associates’ taxation for the year ended 31 December 2018 of USD121,042,000 (2017: USD76,023,000) is
included in the consolidated statement of profit or loss as share of profit of associates.
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34 INCOME TAX EXPENSE (CONTINUED)
The taxation on the Group’s profit before taxation differs from the theoretical amount that would arise using the taxation
rate of the home country of the Company as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Calculated at a taxation rate of 16.5% (2017: 16.5%) 47,915 41,277
Effect of different taxation rates of subsidiaries operating in other countries 19,191 16,066
Income not subject to taxation (78,896) (64,369)
Tax effect on unrecognised tax losses 39,601 28,767
Expenses not deductible for taxation purposes 59,205 57,876
Utilisation of previously unrecognised tax losses (610) (2,432)
Under/(Over) provision in prior year (2,484) 450
Withholding tax 23,182 28,703
Tax incentive (446) (218)
Taxation charge 106,658 106,120
(a) Hong Kong profits tax is provided at a rate of 16.5% (2017: 16.5%) on the estimated assessable profits of group
companies operating in Hong Kong.
(b) Taxation outside Hong Kong includes withholding tax paid and payable on dividends from subsidiaries and tax
provided at the prevailing rates on the estimated assessable profits of group companies operating outside Hong
Kong.
35 EARNINGS PER SHARE

Basic
Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit attributable to owners of the Company by the weighted
average number of ordinary shares in issue during the year after adjustment of those issued ordinary shares of the
Company held by a subsidiary.
2018 2017
Profit attributable to owners of the Company (USD’000) 192,905 157,997
Weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue (thousands) 3,573,425 3,570,417
Basic earnings per share (US cents per share) 5.40 4.43
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35 EARNINGS PER SHARE (CONTINUED)
Diluted
Diluted earnings per share is calculated by adjusting the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding to
assume conversion of all dilutive potential ordinary shares. The Company only has the potential dilutive effect of the
outstanding share options for the year ended 31 December 2018 and 2017. For the share options, a calculation is done to
determine the number of shares that would be issued at fair value (determined as the average annual market share price
of the Company’s shares for the year) based on the monetary value of the subscription rights attached to outstanding
share options. The number of shares calculated as above is increased by the number of shares that would have been
issued assuming the exercise of the share options.
The dilution effect on the earnings per share for the year ended 31 December 2018 and 2017 are as follows:
2018 2017
Profit attributable to owners of the Company (USD’000) 192,905 157,997
Weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue (thousands) 3,573,425 3,570,417

Adjustments (thousands) 1,194 579
Weighted average number of ordinary shares for
diluted earnings per share (thousands) 3,574,619 3,570,996
Diluted earnings per share (US cents per share) 5.40 4.42
36 DIVIDENDS
Group Company
2018 2017 2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Interim dividend paid of HK8 cents
(2017: HK6 cents) per ordinary share 36,870 27,647 36,978 27,727
Proposed final dividend of HK14 cents
(2017: HK11 cents) per ordinary share 64,523 50,736 64,713 50,885
101,393 78,383 101,691 78,612
At a meeting held on 20 March 2019, the Board proposed a final dividend of HK14 cents per ordinary share for the year
ended 31 December 2018. This proposed dividend is not reflected as a dividend payable in these financial statements.
The proposed final dividend of USD64,523,000 for the year ended 31 December 2018 is calculated based on
3,585,525,056 shares in issue as at 20 March 2019, after elimination on consolidation the amount of USD248,000 for
the 10,501,055 ordinary shares in the Company held by a subsidiary of the Company and 3,232,000 ordinary shares held
by the share award trust for the share award scheme (Note 18).
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37 NOTE TO THE CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT
(a) Cash generated from operations
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Share of profit of associates (305,393) (203,684)
Fair value losses on investment properties 25,987 57,880
Provision for impairment losses on hotel properties 123,185 –
Gain on disposal of a hotel (2,883) –
Gain on disposal of equity interests in a subsidiary and an associate – (14,886)
Depreciation 336,273 312,852
Amortisation of leasehold land and land use rights, trademark;
and website and system development 16,363 15,871
Interest on fixed rate bonds, bank loans and overdrafts 170,073 132,882
Interest income (21,303) (15,969)
Dividend income (2,749) (1,489)
Loss on disposal of fixed assets and discarding of fixed assets
due to properties renovations 2,136 11,638
Net unrealised losses/(gains) on financial assets at fair value
through profit or loss 3,482 (8,571)
Share award scheme expenses 3,551 –
Fair value loss of a cross currency swap contract 710 –
Net foreign exchange losses/(gains) 25,432 (1,464)
Operating profit before working capital changes 665,260 535,226
Decrease in inventories 1,505 3,762
Decrease/(Increase) in accounts receivable,
prepayments and deposits 38,590 (19,410)
Decrease in amounts due from associates 2,637 1,821
Increase in accounts payable and accruals 25,079 70,952
Increase in deposits received from property sales – 106,517
Decrease in contract liabilities (33,659) –
Decrease in properties for sale 8,476 28,558
Net cash generated from operations 707,888 727,426
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37 NOTE TO THE CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT (CONTINUED)
(b) Reconciliation of liabilities arising from financing activities
Amounts
due to non-
Fixed controlling
Bank loans rate bonds shareholders Total
USD’000 USD’000 USD’000 USD’000
Balance as at 31 December 2017 5,184,675 – 27,942 5,212,617
Cash flows (640,249) 636,852 (15,817) (19,214)
Foreign exchange movement (46,520) – (614) (47,134)
Finance cost charged to profit or loss – 81 3,623 3,704
Reclassed to non-controlling interests – – (140) (140)
Dividends declared to non-controlling
shareholders – – 20,056 20,056
Balance as at 31 December 2018 4,497,906 636,933 35,050 5,169,889
38 FINANCIAL GUARANTEES, CONTINGENCIES AND CHARGES OVER ASSETS

(a) Financial guarantees
As at 31 December 2018, financial guarantees of the Company and the Group were as follows:
(i) The Company executed proportionate guarantees in favour of banks for securing banking facilities granted
to certain subsidiaries and associates. The utilised amount of such facilities covered by the Company’s
guarantees and which also represented the financial exposure of the Company at the date of the statement
of financial position amounted to USD3,692,221,000 (2017: USD4,313,969,000) for the subsidiaries and
USD129,195,000 (2017: USD178,664,000) for associates.
(ii) The Company executed guarantees in favour of banks for securing certain banking facilities granted to four
non-wholly owned subsidiaries. The non-controlling shareholders of four non-wholly owned subsidiaries
provided proportionate counter guarantees to the Company under the joint venture agreements. The
utilised amount of these facilities covered by the Company’s guarantees after setting off the amount of
counter guarantees from the non-controlling shareholders and which also represented the net financial
exposure of the Company at the date of the statement of financial position amounted to USD397,411,000
(2017: USD352,610,000).
(iii) The Group executed proportionate guarantees in favour of banks for securing banking facilities granted
to certain associates. The utilised amount of such facilities covered by the Group’s guarantees for these
associates amounted to USD129,195,000 (2017: USD178,664,000).
Guarantees are stated at their respective contracted amounts. The Board is of the opinion that it is not probable
that the above guarantees will be called upon.
(b) Contingent liabilities

As at 31 December 2018, the Group executed guarantees for securing standby documentary credit granted by
banks in favour of certain building contractors relating to the execution of construction works for hotel buildings
with the amount of USD334,000 (2017: USD7,652,000). These facilities were undrawn as at 31 December 2018.
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(c) Charges over assets
As at 31 December 2018, bank loans of certain subsidiaries amounting to USD108,999,000 (2017:
USD129,264,000) were secured by legal mortgage over the property owned by two subsidiaries with an
aggregate net book value of USD319,565,000 (2017: USD356,293,000).
39 COMMITMENTS
(a) The Group’s commitment for capital expenditure at the date of the consolidated statement of financial position
but not yet incurred is as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Existing properties - Property, plant and equipment
and investment properties
– contracted but not provided for 41,742 75,088
– authorised but not contracted for 82,082 43,143
Development projects
– contracted but not provided for 121,867 176,106
– authorised but not contracted for 193,950 368,225
439,641 662,562
(b) The Group’s commitments under operating leases to make future aggregate minimum lease payments under
non-cancellable operating leases in respect of land and buildings are as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Not later than one year 55,420 71,882
Later than one year and not later than five years 175,485 232,356
Later than five years 1,193,619 1,279,221
1,424,524 1,583,459
(c) At 31 December 2018, the Group had future aggregate minimum lease rental receivable under non-cancellable
operating leases in respect of land and buildings as follows:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Not later than one year 61,454 50,285
Later than one year and not later than five years 45,565 40,693
Later than five years 860 1,741
107,879 92,719
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40 RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Kerry Holdings Limited (“KHL”), a substantial shareholder and a related party of the Company, has significant influence
over the Company.
The following transactions were carried out with related parties:
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
(a) Transactions with subsidiaries of KHL during the year
(other than subsidiaries of the Company)
Receipt of hotel management, consultancy and related

services and royalty fees (Note ii)
14,590 13,465
Reimbursement of office expenses and payment of
administration and related expenses 2,808 2,483
Reimbursement of office rental, management fees and rates 131 276
Payment of office rental, management fees and rates 6,959 6,959
Purchase of wine 3,122 3,268
(b) Transactions with associates of the Group during

the year (other than the subsidiaries of KHL included
under item (a) above)
Receipt of hotel management, consultancy and

related services and royalty fees 24,465 23,393
Receipt for laundry services (Note i)
500 532
(c) Financial assistance provided to subsidiaries of KHL as

at 31 December (other than subsidiaries of the Company)
Balance of loan to associates of the Group 175,902 161,372

Balance of guarantees executed in favour of banks for securing
bank loans/facilities granted to associates of the Group 95,557 114,682
(d) Financial assistance provided to associates of

the Group as at 31 December (excluding item (c) above)
Balance of loan to associates of the Group 44,064 77,821

Balance of guarantees executed in favour of banks for securing
bank loans/facilities granted to an associate of the Group 33,647 63,982
There are no material changes to the terms of the above transactions during the year.
(e) Key management compensation
Fees, salaries and other short-term employee

benefits of executive directors 5,482 9,277
Post employment benefits of executive directors 46 104
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40 RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS (CONTINUED)
Notes:
(i) These transactions constitute connected transactions or continuing connected transactions as defined in Chapter 14A of
The Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on HKSE (“Listing Rules”) and are exempted from reporting, annual review,
announcement and independent shareholders’ approval requirement under Chapter 14A of Listing Rules.
(ii) These transactions include continuing connected transactions as defined in Chapter 14A of Listing Rules of USD5,356,000
which are exempted from reporting, annual review, announcement and independent shareholders’ approval requirement under
Chapter 14A of Listing Rules.
41 GROUP STRUCTURE - PRINCIPAL SUBSIDIARIES AND ASSOCIATES

(a) At 31 December 2018, the Company held interests in the following principal subsidiaries:
Percentage holding in
Place of establishment/ Paid up/ the voting shares
Name operation issued capital Direct Indirect Nature of business Notes
Seanoble Assets Limited The British Virgin Islands HKD578,083,745 100 – Investment holding 1
Shangri-La Asia Treasury Limited The British Virgin Islands HKD8,530 100 – Group financing 1
Shangri-La China Limited Hong Kong HKD1,162,500,000 – 100 Investment holding 1
Shangri-La Hotels (Europe) Luxembourg EUR206,600,000 100 – Investment holding
Kerry Industrial Company Limited Hong Kong HKD10,000,002 – 100 Investment holding 1
Shangri-La Hotel (Kowloon) Limited Hong Kong HKD10,000,002 – 100 Hotel ownership 1
and operation
Shangri-La International Hotels Hong Kong HKD10,005,000 – 80 Hotel ownership 1
(Pacific Place) Limited and operation
Shenzhen Shangri-La Hotel Limited The People’s USD32,000,000 – 72 Hotel ownership 2,6,8
Republic of China and operation
Beihai Shangri-La Hotel Limited The People’s USD16,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shanghai Pudong New Area The People’s USD47,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 2,5,8
Shangri-La Hotel Co, Limited Republic of China and operation
Shenyang Hotel Jen Limited The People’s USD39,040,470 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Changchun Shangri-La Hotel Co, Limited The People’s RMB167,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership and 7,8
Republic of China operation and real
estate operation
Jilin Province Kerry Real Estate The People’s RMB25,000,000 – 100 Real estate 7,8
Development Limited Republic of China development
and operation
Qingdao Shangri-La Hotel Co, Limited The People’s USD79,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership and 7,8
estate development
and operation
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(a) At 31 December 2018, the Company held interests in the following principal subsidiaries: (continued)
Dalian Shangri-La Hotel Co, Limited The People’s USD149,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership and 7,8
estate development
and operation
Harbin Shangri-La Hotel Co, Limited The People’s USD20,767,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Wuhan Shangri-La Hotel Co, Limited The People’s USD48,333,333 – 92 Hotel ownership 4,6,8
Fujian Kerry World Trade Centre The People’s HKD700,000,000 – 100 Real estate 3,7,8
Co, Limited Republic of China development
Fuzhou Shangri-La Hotel Co, Limited The People’s USD22,200,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Chengdu) Co, Limited The People’s USD53,340,000 – 80 Hotel ownership and 7,8
estate development
and operation
Shangri-La Hotel (Guangzhou Pazhou) The People’s USD60,340,000 – 80 Hotel ownership 7,8
Co, Limited Republic of China and operation
Shangri-La Hotel (Shenzhen Futian) The People’s USD71,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 2,7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Ningbo) Co, Limited The People’s USD83,000,000 – 95 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Wenzhou) Co, Limited The People’s USD46,250,000 – 75 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Xian) Co, Limited The People’s USD42,800,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Guilin) Co, Limited The People’s USD70,150,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Baotou) Co, Limited The People’s USD24,400,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Huhhot) Co, Limited The People’s USD43,670,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8

Shangri-La Hotel (Manzhouli) Co, Limited The People’s USD84,615,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Zhoushan) Co, Limited The People’s RMB120,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 3,7,8
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Shangri-La Hotel (Hefei) Co, Limited The People’s USD90,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Qinhuangdao) The People’s RMB880,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Sanya Shangri-La Hotel Co, Limited The People’s RMB1,775,614,140 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Lhasa) Co, Limited The People’s USD132,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Qufu) Co, Limited The People’s RMB844,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Nanjing) Co, Limited The People’s RMB750,000,000 – 55 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Diqing) Co, Limited The People’s RMB610,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Hotel (Xiamen) Co, Limited The People’s RMB640,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 2,7,8
Dalian Wolong Bay Shangri-La Hotel The People’s RMB430,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership and 3,7,8
Co, Limited Republic of China operation and real
estate development
and operation
Kerry Real Estate (Yangzhou) Co, Limited The People’s USD102,600,000 – 100 Hotel ownership and 7,8
estate development
Harbin Songbei Shangri-La Hotel Co, Limited The People’s RMB658,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 7,8
Shangri-La Ulaanbaatar LLC Mongolia USD5,000,000 – 51 Office ownership
and operation
Shangri-La Ulaanbaatar Hotel LLC Mongolia USD20,000,000 – 51 Hotel, serviced
apartments and
office ownership
and operation
Makati Shangri-La Hotel & Resort, Inc The Philippines Peso 1,100,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership
and operation
Edsa Shangri-La Hotel & Resort, Inc The Philippines Peso 792,128,700 – 100 Hotel ownership
and operation
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Mactan Shangri-La Hotel & Resort, Inc The Philippines Common – 93.95 Hotel ownership
Peso 272,630,000 and operation
Preferred
Peso 170,741,500
Redeemable
Common
Peso 285,513,000
Addu Investments Private Limited Republic of Maldives Rufiyaa 640,000,000 – 70 Hotel ownership
and operation
Traders Hotel Malé Private Limited Republic of Maldives Rufiyaa 64,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership
and operation
Yanuca Island Pte Limited Fiji FJD1,262,196 – 71.64 Hotel ownership 2
and operation
Shangri-La Hotel Limited Singapore SGD165,433,560 – 100 Investment holding, 2
hotel ownership and
operation and leasing
of residential and
serviced apartments
Sentosa Beach Resort Pte Limited Singapore SGD30,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 2
and operation
Traders Hotel Management Pte Limited Singapore SGD1 – 100 Hotel operation 2
Shangri-La Hotels (Malaysia) Berhad Malaysia RM544,501,853 – 52.78 Investment holding
and hotel ownership
and operation
Shangri-La Hotel (KL) Sdn Berhad Malaysia RM150,000,000 – 52.78 Hotel ownership
and operation
Golden Sands Beach Resort Sdn Berhad Malaysia RM6,000,000 – 52.78 Hotel ownership
and operation
Pantai Dalit Beach Resort Sdn Berhad Malaysia RM135,000,000 – 64.59 Hotel and golf club
ownership and
operation
Komtar Hotel Sdn Berhad Malaysia RM6,000,000 – 31.67 Hotel ownership

and operation
UBN Tower Sdn Berhad Malaysia RM500,000 – 52.78 Property investment
and office
management
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UBN Holdings Sdn Berhad Malaysia RM45,186,400 – 52.78 Investment holding
and property
investment
Traders Yangon Company Limited Myanmar Kyat 21,600,000 – 59.16 Hotel ownership
and operation
Shangri-La Yangon Company Limited Myanmar Kyat 11,880,000 – 55.86 Serviced apartments
and hotel ownership
and operation
Traders Square Company Limited Myanmar Kyat 522,000 – 59.28 Real estate development
and operation
Shangri-La Hotel Public Company Limited Thailand Baht1,300,000,000 – 73.61 Hotel, serviced
apartments and
office ownership
and operation
Shangri-La Hotels (Paris) France EUR13,772,210 – 100 Hotel ownership 2
and operation
Shangri-La Hotels Japan KK Japan YEN100,000,000 – 100 Hotel operation 2
Shangri-La Hotels Pte Limited United Kingdom GBP81,000,000 – 100 Hotel operation 2
Shangri-La Hotel (Cairns) Pty Limited Australia AUD8,250,000 – 100 Investment holding 9
and hotel operation
Abelian Pty Limited Australia AUD1 – 100 Investment holding 9
and hotel operation
Roma Hotel Pty Limited Australia AUD34,000,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 9
and operation
Lilyvale Hotel Pty Limited Australia AUD140,000,004 – 100 Hotel ownership 2,9
and operation
Shangri-La Hotels Lanka (Private) Limited Sri Lanka LKR2,219,000,000 – 90 Hotel ownership and 4
operation and real
estate development
and operation
Shangri-La Investments Lanka Sri Lanka LKR1,214,245,300 – 90 Hotel ownership
(Private) Limited and operation
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Turati Properties Srl Italy EUR10,000 – 100 Hotel ownership 3
and operation
SLIM International Limited Cook Islands USD1,000 100 – Investment holding 1
Shangri-La International Hotel Hong Kong HKD10,000,000 – 100 Hotel management, 1
Management Limited marketing,
consultancy and
reservation services
Shangri-La Hotel Management (Shanghai) The People’s Republic of China USD7,340,000 – 100 Hotel management, 7,8
Co, Limited marketing and
consultancy services
Shangri-La International Hotel The Netherlands EUR18,151 – 100 Sub-licensing use of
Management BV intellectual property
rights
Notes:
1 Subsidiaries audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers, Hong Kong.
2 Subsidiaries audited by other member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers.
3 Subsidiaries which are under various stages of real estate and hotel development and have not yet commenced business
operations as at the date of the statement of financial position.
4 Subsidiaries which are under various stages of real estate and hotel development and have partially commenced
business operations as at the date of the statement of financial position.
5 Co-operative Joint Venture.
6 Equity Joint Venture.
7 Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprise.
8 The amount of paid up/issued capital for subsidiaries incorporated in The People’s Republic of China represented the
amount of paid in registered capital.
9 A Deed of Cross Guarantee was entered on 24 December 2015 between Shangri-La Asia Limited and its wholly owned
Australian subsidiaries for the purpose of obtaining the benefit of the Class Order to relieve the entities from the
requirement to lodge reports with ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission). Apart from the stated
principal subsidiaries, this deed also includes Shangri-La Investments (Australian) Pty Ltd (Australian parent company),
Shangri-La Hotels Pty Ltd (hotel management company), Langley Terrace Hotel Pty Ltd (dormant), Traders Hotel Pty
Ltd (dormant) and The Piers Cairns Management Services Pty Ltd (agent company for Pier Cairns). All of these entities
form a Closed Group. There are no other Extended Closed Group Entities involved. A Revocation Deed was entered
in October 2017 between Shangri-La Asia Limited and its wholly owned Australian subsidiaries for the purpose of
removing Langley Terrace Hotel Pty Limited from the Deed of Cross Guarantee.
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41 GROUP STRUCTURE – PRINCIPAL SUBSIDIARIES AND ASSOCIATES (CONTINUED)
(b) At 31 December 2018, the Group held interests in the following principal associates:
Percentage
holding in the
registered capital
Name Place of establishment/operation by the Group Nature of business Notes
China World Trade Center Limited The People’s Republic of China 50 Hotel ownership and operation 2
and property investment
Beijing Shangri-La Hotel Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 38 Hotel ownership and operation
Hangzhou Shangri-La Hotel Limited The People’s Republic of China 45 Hotel ownership and operation
Seacliff Limited The People’s Republic of China 30 Hotel ownership and operation 1
Beijing Jia Ao Real Estate Development Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 23.75 Real estate development and 2
operation
Beijing Kerry Hotel Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 23.75 Hotel ownership and operation 2
Shanghai Xin Ci Hou Properties Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 24.75 Real estate development 2
and operation
Shanghai Ji Xiang Properties Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 49 Hotel ownership and operation 2
Shanghai Pudong Kerry City Properties Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 23.20 Hotel ownership and operation 2
Tianjin Kerry Real Estate Development Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 20 Hotel ownership and operation 4
Kerry Real Estate (Nanchang) Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 20 Hotel ownership and operation 4
Hengyun Real Estate (Tangshan) Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 35 Property investment
Ruihe Real Estate (Tangshan) Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 35 Hotel ownership and operation
Xiang Heng Real Estate (Jinan) Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 45 Hotel ownership and operation
Kerry (Shenyang) Real Estate Development Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 25 Property investment 4
Sheng Xiang Real Estate (Shenyang) Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 25 Property investment 3
Shangri-La Hotel (Shenyang) Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 25 Hotel ownership and operation
Kerry Real Estate (Hangzhou) Co Limited The People’s Republic of China 25 Hotel ownership and operation
Full Fortune Real Estate (Putian) Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 40 Property investment 3
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41 GROUP STRUCTURE – PRINCIPAL SUBSIDIARIES AND ASSOCIATES (CONTINUED)
(b) At 31 December 2018, the Group held interests in the following principal associates: (continued)
Percentage
holding in the
registered capital
Name Place of establishment/operation by the Group Nature of business Notes
Well Fortune Real Estate (Putian) Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 40 Hotel ownership and operation 3
Zhengzhou Yuheng Real Estate Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 45 Hotel ownership and operation 3
Jian’an Real Estate (Kunming) Co, Limited The People’s Republic of China 45 Hotel ownership and operation 3
Cuscaden Properties Pte Limited Singapore 44.60 Hotel ownership and operation
Tanjong Aru Hotel Sdn Berhad Malaysia 40 Hotel ownership and operation
Komtar Hotel Sdn Berhad Malaysia 31.67 Hotel ownership and operation
PT Swadharma Kerry Satya Indonesia 25 Hotel ownership and operation 2
Fine Winner Holdings Limited Hong Kong 30 Hotel ownership and operation 1
Shang Global City Properties, Inc The Philippines 40 Hotel ownership and operation
SRL Touessrok Hotel Limited Mauritius 26 Hotel ownership and operation
Besiktas Emlak Yatirim ve Turizm Anonim Sirketi Turkey 50 Hotel ownership and operation
Kerry Wines Limited Hong Kong 20 Wines trading 1
Perennial Ghana Development Limited The Republic of Ghana 45 Hotel ownership and operation 3
Notes:
1 Associates audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers, Hong Kong.
2 Associates audited by other member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers.
3 Associates which are under various stages of real estate and hotel development and have not yet commenced business
operations as at the date of the statement of financial position.
4 Associates which are under various stages of real estate and hotel development and have partially commenced
business operations as at the date of the statement of financial position.
(c) The above tables list out the subsidiaries and associates of the Company as at 31 December 2018 which, in the
opinion of the Directors, principally affected the results for the year or form a substantial portion of the net assets
of the Group. To give details of other subsidiaries and associates would, in the opinion of the Directors, result in
particulars of excessive length.
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42 HOTEL PROPERTIES OF SUBSIDIARIES AND ASSOCIATES
(a) Details of hotel properties of the Company’s subsidiaries are as follows:
(lease term represents unexpired lease term of land use rights unless otherwise stated)
Address Existing use Lease term

Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong Hotel operation Medium lease
64 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East,
Kowloon,
Hong Kong
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong Hotel operation Medium lease

Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road,
Central,
Hong Kong
Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong Hotel operation Medium lease

38 Hung Luen Road, Hung Hom Bay,
Kowloon,
Hong Kong
Shangri-La Hotel, Shenzhen Hotel operation Medium lease

East Side, Railway Station,
1002 Jianshe Road, Shenzhen 518001,
Shangri-La Hotel, Beihai Hotel operation Medium lease

33 Chating Road, Beihai, Guangxi 536007,
Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai Hotel operation Medium lease

33 Fu Cheng Road,
Pudong, Shanghai 200120,
Hotel Jen, Shenyang Hotel operation Medium lease

68 Zhong Hua Road, He Ping District,
Shenyang 110001,
Shangri-La Hotel, Changchun Hotel operation and Medium lease

569 Xian Road, Changchun 130061, commercial and
The People’s Republic of China residential rental
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(a) Details of hotel properties of the Company’s subsidiaries are as follows: (continued)

Shangri-La Hotel, Qingdao Hotel operation Medium lease
9 Xianggang Middle Road,
Qingdao 266071,
Shangri-La Hotel, Dalian Hotel operation Medium lease

66 Renmin Road, Dalian 116001,
Shangri-La Hotel, Harbin Hotel operation Medium lease

555 You Yi Road,
Harbin 150018,
Shangri-La Hotel, Wuhan Hotel operation Medium lease

No. 700, Jianshe Avenue, Hankou,
Wuhan 430015,
Shangri-La Hotel, Fuzhou Hotel operation Medium lease

9 Xin Quan Nan Road,
Fuzhou, Fujian 350005,
Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou Hotel operation Medium lease

1 Hui Zhan Dong Road,
Hai Zhu District,
Guangzhou 510308,
Shangri-La Hotel, Chengdu Hotel operation Medium lease

9 Binjiang Dong Road,
Chengdu, Sichuan 610021,

Shangri-La Hotel, Xian Hotel operation Medium lease

38B Keji Road,
Xian 710075,
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Shangri-La Hotel, Baotou Hotel operation Medium lease
66 Min Zu East Road,
Qing Shan District,
Baotou 014030, Inner Mongolia,
Shangri-La Hotel, Yangzhou Hotel operation Medium lease

472 Wen Chang Xi Lu,
Yangzhou, Hanjiang District,
Jiangsu Province, 225009,
Shangri-La Hotel, Huhhot Hotel operation Medium lease

5 Xi Lin Guo Le South Road,
Huhhot 010020, Inner Mongolia,
Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen Hotel operation Medium lease

4088 Yi Tian Road,
Futian District,
Shenzhen 518048,
Shangri-La Hotel, Wenzhou Hotel operation Medium lease

1 Xiangyuan Road,
Wenzhou 325000, Zhejiang Province,
Shangri-La Hotel, Ningbo Hotel operation Medium lease

88 Yuyuan Road, Jiangdong District,
Ningbo 315040, Zhejiang,
Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin Hotel operation Medium lease

111 Huan Cheng Bei Er Lu,
Guilin 541004, Guangxi,
Shangri-La Hotel, Manzhouli Hotel operation Medium lease

99 Liudao Street, Manzhouli,
Inner Mongolia 021400,
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Shangri-La Hotel, Qufu Hotel operation Medium lease
3 Chunqiu Road, Qufu,
Shandong 273100,
Shangri-La’s Sanya Resort & Spa, Hainan Hotel operation Medium lease
No.88 North Hai Tang Road, Sanya,
Hainan 572000,
Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa Hotel operation Medium lease

19 Norbulingka Road, Lhasa,
Tibet Autonomous Region 850000,
Shangri-La Hotel, Nanjing Hotel operation Medium lease

329 Zhongyang Road, Gulou District,
Nanjing, Jiangsu Province 210037,
Shangri-La Hotel, Qinhuangdao Hotel operation Medium lease

123 Hebin Road, Haigang District,
Qinhuangdao, Hebei 066000,
Shangri-La Hotel, Hefei Hotel operation Medium lease

No.256 Suixi Road, Luyang District,
Hefei, Anhui Province 230041
Shangri-La Resort, Shangri-La Hotel operation Medium lease

No.1, Chicika Street, Shangri-La City,
Yunnan Province,
Songbei Shangri-La, Harbin Hotel operation Medium lease

No. 1 Songbei Avenue, Songbei District,
Harbin 150028,
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Shangri-La Hotel, Xiamen Hotel operation Medium lease
Guanyinshan International Business
Centre, No. 168 Taidong Road,
Siming District, Fujian,
Makati Shangri-La, Manila Hotel operation Medium lease

Ayala Avenue corner Makati Avenue,
Makati City 1200,
The Philippines
Edsa Shangri-La, Manila Hotel operation Medium lease

1 Garden Way, Ortigas Centre,
Mandaluyong City 1650,
The Philippines
Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa, Cebu Hotel operation Medium lease
Punta Engano Road,
Lapu-Lapu, Cebu 6015,
The Philippines
Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa Hotel operation Medium lease

Barangay Yapak, Boracay Island,
Malay, Aklan 5608, The Philippines
Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort & Spa, Yanuca Hotel operation Medium lease
Yanuca Island, Coral Coast, Fiji Islands,
Fiji
Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore Hotel operation Freehold

22 Orange Grove Road,
258350 Singapore
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Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa, Singapore Hotel operation Long lease
101 Siloso Road, Sentosa,
Singapore 098970
Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore Hotel operation Short lease for building
277 Orchard Road,
Singapore 238858
Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur Hotel operation Freehold

11 Jalan Sultan Ismail,
Kuala Lumpur 50250,
Malaysia
Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang Hotel operation Freehold
Batu Feringgi Beach,
Penang 11100,
Malaysia
Hotel Jen Penang Hotel operation Long lease

Magazine Road, George Town,
Penang 10300,
Malaysia
Golden Sands Resort, Penang Hotel operation Freehold

Batu Feringgi Beach,
Penang 11100,
Malaysia
Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort & Spa, Kota Kinabalu Hotel and golf club Long lease
Pantai Dalit, PO Box 600, operation
Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah 89208,
Malaysia
Sule Shangri-La, Yangon Hotel operation Medium lease

223 Sule Pagoda Road, Yangon,
Myanmar
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Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok Hotel operation, Freehold
89 Soi Wat Suan Plu, residential and
New Road, Bangrak, office rental
Bangkok 10500,
Thailand
Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai Hotel operation Freehold

89/8 Chang Klan Road,
Muang, Chiang Mai 50100,
Thailand
Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives Hotel operation Medium lease
Villingili Island, Addu Atoll,
Republic of Maldives
Hotel Jen Malé, Maldives Hotel operation Medium lease

Ameer Ahmed Magu,
Malé 20096,
Republic of Maldives
Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo Hotel operation Medium lease

Marunouchi Trust Tower Main, for building
1-8-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku,
Tokyo 100-8283,
Japan
Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London Hotel operation Medium lease

31 St Thomas Street, for building
London SE1 9QU,
United Kingdom
Shangri-La Hotel, Paris Hotel operation Freehold

10 Avenue d’Iena,
Paris 75116,
France
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Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns Hotel operation Medium lease
Pierpoint Road, Cairns,
Queensland 4870,
Australia
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney Hotel operation Long lease

176 Cumberland Street,
The Rocks,
Sydney NSW 2000,
Australia
Shangri-La Hotel, Ulaanbaatar Hotel operation Medium lease

19 Olympic Street,
Sukhbaatar District-1,
Ulaanbaatar 14241,
Mongolia
Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa, Hotel operation Medium lease
Sri Lanka
Sittrakala Estate, Chithragala,
Ambalantota, Sri Lanka
Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo Hotel operation Freehold

1 Galle Face, Colombo 2,
Sri Lanka
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(b) Details of hotel properties of the operating associates are as follows:

China World Hotel, Beijing Hotel operation Medium lease
1 Jian Guo Men Wai Avenue,
Beijing 100004,
Hotel Jen Beijing Hotel operation Medium lease

Beijing 100004,
China World Summit Wing, Beijing Hotel operation Medium lease

Beijing 100004,
Kerry Hotel, Beijing Hotel operation Medium lease

1 Guanghua Road,
Beijing 100020,
Shangri-La Hotel, Beijing Hotel operation Medium lease

29 Zizhuyuan Road,
Beijing 100089,
Shangri-La Hotel, Hangzhou Hotel operation Medium lease

78 Beishan Road,
Hangzhou 310007,
Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai Hotel operation Medium lease

No. 1388 Hua Mu Road, Pudong,
Shanghai 201204,
Jing An Shangri-La, West Shanghai Hotel operation Medium lease

1218 Middle Yan’an Road,
Jing An Kerry Centre, West Nanjing Road,
Shanghai 200040,
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(b) Details of hotel properties of the operating associates are as follows: (continued)

Shangri-La Hotel, Shenyang Hotel operation Medium lease
115 Qingnian Avenue
Shenhe District, Shenyang
Liaoning 110016,
Shangri-La Hotel, Tianjin Hotel operation Medium lease

No. 328 Haihe East Road,
Hedong District, Tianjin 300019
Shangri-La Hotel, Jinan Hotel operation Medium lease

No. 106 Luoyuan Street,
Lixia District, Jinan,
Shandong Province 250011,
The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai Hotel operation Short lease

Shanghai Centre, 1376 West Nanjing Road,
Shanghai 200040,
Shangri-La Hotel, Nanchang Hotel operation Medium lease

No. 669, Cui Lin Road,
Honggutan New District, Nanchang,
Jiangxi Province 330038,
Shangri-La Hotel, Tangshan Hotel operation Medium lease

889, Changhong West Road,
Lubei District, Tangshan, Hebei 063000,
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou Hotel operation Medium lease

6 Changshou Road, Kerry Centre,
Yan’an Roan, Hangzhou 310006,
Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore Hotel operation Long lease

1A Cuscaden Road,
249716 Singapore
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(b) Details of hotel properties of the operating associates are as follows: (continued)

Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa, Hotel operation Long lease
Kota Kinabalu
20 Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu,
Sabah 88100, Malaysia
Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta Hotel operation Medium lease

Kota BNI Jalan Jend. Sudirman Kav. 1,
Jakarta 10220,
Indonesia
Hotel Jen Hong Kong Hotel operation Long lease

508 Queen’s Road West,
Hong Kong
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul Hotel operation Freehold

Sinanpasa Mah, Hayrettin Iskelesi Sok,
No.1, Besiktas, Istanbul 34353,
Turkey
Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius Hotel operation Freehold/Long lease
Coastal Road, Trou d’Eau Douce 42212,
Mauritius
Shangri-La at the Fort, Manila Hotel operation Freehold

30th Street corner 5th Avenue,
Bonifacio Global City,
Taguig City, Philippines
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43 INVESTMENT PROPERTIES OF SUBSIDIARIES AND ASSOCIATES
(a) Details of principal investment properties of the subsidiaries are as follows:

Shangri-La Residences, Dalian Residential rental Medium lease
66 Renmin Road, Dalian 116001,
Shangri-La Centre, Chengdu Office and commercial Medium lease

9 Binjiang Dong Road, rental
Chengdu 610021,
Shangri-La Centre, Qingdao Office and commercial Medium lease

9 Xianggang Middle Road, Qingdao 266071, rental
Central Tower, Ulaanbaatar Office and commercial Medium lease

2 Great Chinggis, rental
Khaan’s Square,
Mongolia
Shangri-La Centre, Ulaanbaatar Office, commercial and Medium lease

19A-C Olympic Street, residential rental
Sukhbaatar District 1,
Ulaanbaatar 14241,
Mongolia
Shangri-La Apartments, Singapore Residential rental Freehold

1 Anderson Road,
Singapore 259983
Shangri-La Residences, Singapore Residential rental Freehold

No. 1A Lady Hill Road,
Singapore 258685
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43 INVESTMENT PROPERTIES OF SUBSIDIARIES AND ASSOCIATES (CONTINUED)
(a) Details of principal investment properties of subsidiaries are as follows: (continued)

UBN Tower, Kuala Lumpur Office and commercial Freehold
UBN Complex, 10 Jalan P. Ramlee, rental
Kuala Lumpur 50250,
Malaysia
UBN Apartments, Kuala Lumpur Residential rental Freehold

UBN Complex, 10 Jalan P. Ramlee,
Kuala Lumpur 50250,
Malaysia
Sule Square Office and commercial Medium lease

221, Sule Pagoda Road, rental
Yangon,
Myanmar
Shangri-La Residences, Yangon Residential rental Medium lease

Kan Yeik Tha Street,
Yangon,
Myanmar
The Pier Retail Complex, Cairns Office and commercial Long lease
1 Pierpoint Road, Cairns, rental
Queensland 4870,
Australia
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(b) Details of investment properties of the operating associates are as follows:

China World Trade Center Office, commercial and Medium lease
1 Jian Guo Men Wai Avenue, residential rental
Beijing 100004,
Century Towers, Beijing Residential rental Medium lease

18 Guang Qu Men Wai Avenue,
Beijing 100022,
Shanghai Centre Office, commercial, Medium lease

1376 West Nanjing Road, residential and
Shanghai 200040, exhibition hall space
The People’s Republic of China rental
Beijing Kerry Centre Office, commercial Medium lease

1 Guanghua Road, and residential rental
Chaoyang District,
Beijing 100020,
Jing An Kerry Centre Office, commercial Medium lease

1218, 1228 and 1238 Yanan Zhong Road, and residential rental
1515, 1539, 1551 and 1563,
Nanjing Road West,
Jing An District,
Shanghai 200040,
Kerry Parkside Shanghai Pudong Office, commercial Medium lease

No. 1155 Fangdian Road, and residential rental
No. 1378, 1398 Hua Mu Road, Pudong,
Shanghai 201204,
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(b) Details of investment properties of the operating associates are as follows: (continued)

Tianjin Kerry Centre Office, commercial Medium lease
Liuwei Road, Hedong District, and residential rental
Tianjin 300171,
Hangzhou Kerry Centre Office and commercial Medium lease

385 Yan’an Road, Xiacheng District, rental
Hangzhou,
Jinan Enterprise Square Office and commercial Medium lease

102 Luoyuan Street, rental
Lixia District, Jinan 250000
Shenyang Kerry Centre Office and commercial Medium lease

123, 125 and 125-1 Qingnian Avenue, rental
Shenhe District, Shenyang 110200
Tanglin Mall, Singapore Commercial rental Long lease

163 Tanglin Road,
Singapore 247933
Tanglin Place, Singapore Office and commercial Freehold

91 Tanglin Road, rental
Singapore 247918
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44 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY
As at 31 December
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
ASSETS
Non-current assets
Property, plant and equipment 3,527 1,215
Investments in subsidiaries 4,352,311 4,538,365
Financial assets at FVPL – Club debentures 1,746 –
Available-for-sale financial assets – Club debentures – 1,635
4,357,584 4,541,215
Current assets
Amounts due from subsidiaries 613,106 14,791
Dividends receivable, prepayments and deposits 890,001 740,700
Cash and cash equivalents 9,481 10,666
1,512,588 766,157
Total assets 5,870,172 5,307,372
EQUITY
Capital and reserves attributable to
owners of the Company
Share capital and premium 3,201,995 3,198,420
Shares held for share award scheme (4,996) –
Other reserves 1,541,702 1,543,157
Retained earnings 133,272 103,643
Total equity 4,871,973 4,845,220
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities
Accounts payable and accruals 10,359 9,253
Amounts due to subsidiaries 987,840 452,899
998,199 462,152
Total liabilities 998,199 462,152
Total equity and liabilities 5,870,172 5,307,372
Net current assets 514,389 304,005
Total assets less current liabilities 4,871,973 4,845,220

The statement of financial position of the Company was approved by the Board of Directors on 20 March 2019 and was
signed on its behalf.
KUOK Hui Kwong LIM Beng Chee

Director Director
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44 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY (CONTINUED)
Movement of other reserves of the Company:
Available-
for-sale
Share Share Capital financial
option award redemption assets Contributed
reserve reserve reserve reserve surplus Total
(Note)
Balance at 1 January 2017 7,815 – 10,666 485 1,524,231 1,543,197

reserve to share premium (313) – – – – (313)
Fair value changes of available-
for-sale financial assets – – – 273 – 273
Balance at 31 December 2017 and
1 January 2018 7,502 – 10,666 758 1,524,231 1,543,157
Change in accounting
policy – HKFRS 9
(Transfer to retained earnings) – – – (758) – (758)
7,502 – 10,666 – 1,524,231 1,542,399
reserve to share premium (1,286) – – – – (1,286)
Granting of shares under
share award scheme – 3,550 – – – 3,550
Vesting of shares under
share award scheme – (2,961) – – – (2,961)
Balance at 31 December 2018 6,216 589 10,666 – 1,524,231 1,541,702
Note:
The contributed surplus of the Company arises when the Company issues shares in exchange for the shares of companies being
acquired, and represents the difference between the nominal value of the Company’s issued shares and the value of net assets of
the companies acquired. Under the Companies Act 1981 of Bermuda (as amended), the contributed surplus is distributable to the
shareholders.
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44 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY (CONTINUED)
Movement of retained earnings of the Company:
As at 31 December
2018 2017
USD’000 USD’000
Balance at 1 January 103,643 47,899
Vesting of shares under share award scheme 33 –
Transfer AFS financial assets reserve balance for effective of HKFRS 9 758 –
2017/2016 final dividend paid (50,889) (36,955)
2018/2017 interim dividend paid (Note 36) (36,978) (27,727)
Balance at 31 December 133,272 103,643
Representing:
2018/2017 final dividend proposed (Note 36) 64,713 50,885
Others 68,559 52,758
Balance at 31 December 133,272 103,643
45 APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Directors on 20 March 2019.
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Five Year Summary

The financial summary of the Group for the last five years is as follows:

2018 2017 2016 2015 2014
Results
Profit/(Loss) attributable to:
Owners of the Company 192,905 157,997 106,054 140,131 180,889
Non-controlling interests (9,167) (13,951) (44,022) 29,847 26,606
As at 31 December
2018 2017 2016 2015 2014
Assets and liabilities
Total assets 13,170,648 13,675,173 12,993,784 13,285,413 13,740,279
Total liabilities 6,493,760 6,633,177 6,581,350 6,395,728 6,301,032
Total equity 6,676,888 7,041,996 6,412,434 6,889,685 7,439,247
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Abbreviations
In this Annual Report (except for the independent Auditor’s report and the Financial Statements), the following expressions have
the following meanings:
“Annual General Meeting” forthcoming 2019 annual general meeting of the Company
“Annual Report” this 2018 annual report of the Company
“Audit & Risk Committee” audit & risk committee of the Company (formerly known as audit committee
and was re-designated as audit & risk committee on 21 March 2018)
“Auditor” statutory auditor of the Company, currently being PricewaterhouseCoopers,

Hong Kong
“Board” board of Directors
“Bye-Laws” bye-laws of the Company
“CEO”, “CFO”, “COO”, “CCHRO” and “CTO” chief executive officer, chief financial officer, chief operating officer,
chief corporate and human resources officer and chief technology officer,
respectively, of the Company
“CG Model Code” code provisions as set out in the Corporate Governance Code and Corporate
Governance Report as contained in Appendix 14 to the Listing Rules
“CG Principles” corporate governance principles of the Company adopted by the Board on 19
March 2012 and as revised from time to time, and such principles align with
and/or incorporate terms that are stricter than the CG Model Code, save
for that disclosed (if any) in the corporate governance report in this Annual
Report
“Chairman” or “Deputy Chairman” chairman and deputy chairman (if any), respectively, of the Board
“China” or “Mainland China” The People’s Republic of China, excluding Hong Kong and Macau
“Company” Shangri-La Asia Limited
“Director(s)” director(s) of the Company
“Directors’ Report” the Directors’ report as set out in this Annual Report
“EBITDA” earnings before finance costs, tax, depreciation and amortisation and
non-recurring items such as gain/loss on disposal of fixed assets and
interest in investee companies; fair value gains/losses on investment
properties and financial assets; and impairment losses on fixed assets
“Executive Committee” executive committee of the Company
“Executive Director(s)” or “ED(s)” executive Director(s)
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Abbreviations
“Financial Statements” consolidated financial statements of the Group for the Financial Year as set
out on pages 115 to 239 of this Annual Report
“Financial Year” financial year ended 31 December 2018
“Group” Company and its subsidiaries
“HKFRS” Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards issued by the Hong Kong Institute
of Certified Public Accountants
“HKSE” The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
“Hotel Management Services” hotel management, marketing, communication and/or reservation services,
and/or any hotel related services
“Independent Non-executive Director(s)” independent non-executive Director(s)

or “INED(s)”
“KGL” Kerry Group Limited, a Substantial Shareholder, and a connected person of

the Company
“KHL” Kerry Holdings Limited, a Substantial Shareholder and a subsidiary of KGL,

and a connected person of the Company
“KPL” Kerry Properties Limited, whose controlling shareholders include KHL and
KGL, and thus is an associate of each of them, and accordingly a connected
person of the Company
“Listing Rules” Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on HKSE
“Nomination Committee” nomination committee of the Company
“Non-executive Director(s)” or “NED(s)” non-executive Director(s)
“Other Major Shareholder(s)” Shareholder(s) (other than Substantial Shareholder(s)) whose interests and
short positions in Shares and underlying Shares are recorded in the register
required to be kept by the Company under Section 336 of the SFO, and in
general, being Shareholder(s) deemed to have interest of 5% or more but
less than 10% in the Company
“Remuneration Committee” remuneration committee of the Company
“Securities Model Code” code set out in the Model Code for Securities Transactions by Directors of
Listed Issuers as contained in Appendix 10 to the Listing Rules
“Securities Principles” principles for securities transactions by Directors or any non-Directors of

the Company adopted by the Board on 19 March 2012 and as revised from
time to time, and such principles align with and/or incorporate terms that
are stricter than the Securities Model Code
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“Senior Management” member(s) of the senior management of the Group as indicated in the
section entitled “Board of Directors, Company Secretary and Senior
Management” in the Annual Report
“SFO” Securities and Futures Ordinance (Chapter 571 of the Laws of Hong Kong)
“Share(s)” ordinary share(s) of HKD1.00 each in the Company
“Shareholder(s)” shareholder(s) of the Company
“SLIM” SLIM International Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company

incorporated in the Cook Islands, and its subsidiaries (including SLIM-HK)
whose principal businesses include the provision of Hotel Management
Services
“SLIM-HK” Shangri-La International Hotel Management Limited, a wholly owned

subsidiary of the Company incorporated in Hong Kong and entrusted with
the primary responsibility of operating the assets of the Group, and whose
principal business is the provision of Hotel Management Services
“substantial shareholder(s)” as defined in the Listing Rules and in general, being shareholder(s)
deemed to have interest of 10% or more in a company, and “Substantial
Shareholder(s)” shall mean substantial shareholder(s) of the Company
“Year End” 31 December 2018
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The Group’s Listed Members
Shangri-La Asia
Limited
(stock exchange - Hong Kong)
(stock code - 69)
(subsidiary) (subsidiary) (associate)
Shangri-La Hotels (Malaysia) Shangri-La Hotel Public China World Trade Center
Berhad Company Limited Company Limited
(stock exchange - Malaysia) (stock exchange - Thailand) (stock exchange - Shanghai, China)
(stock code - 5517) (stock code - SHANG) (stock code - 600007)
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Cover Photo: One Galle Face, Colombo, Sri Lanka

The Group’s Business Presence 2 General Disclosure Items 70

Corporate Governance Report 88

Properties Under Development 44

Responsible Business 50 Independent Auditor’s Report 1 09

The Group’s Business Presence

Mainland China Japan

Sri Lanka Malaysia

Oceania Europe Africa North America

2018 2017 2018/17

Effective Share of EBITDA by Category Segment Revenue by Category

246.5 100.1 73.0

BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGISTERED ADDRESS

Hong Kong. The Group initiated the

Concurrently, Shangri-La.com was

Huaiyang Training Kitchen opens in

Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns and

The Group’s first SGD 825 million seven-year bond

The Residences at One Galle Face, consisting of

39-storey office tower.

Awards of the Year

Best Hotel Brand in China

Best Business Hotel Chain in Asia Pacific

Best Upscale Hotel Brand

Hotel Group with Best Customer Loyalty

Public Welfare Practice Award

Top 60 Hotel Groups in China

The MICE Hotel Brand Award of The Year

Best Hotel Brand for Business & Leisure

Best Loyalty Partnership

Hotel Brand Most Favoured by Chinese Family

Most Popular Hotel Group

One of the World’s Best Brands

Best Hotel Chain (Worldwide)

World’s Most Excellent Hotel Chains

Best Luxury Hotel Brand in Greater China

Annual Best Hotel Group

In 2018, consolidated revenues increased by 15.0% to USD2,517.9 million. Aggregate effective

We are excited about the opportunities

ahead of us and are focused on

In 2018, we stepped up our sustainability efforts by implementing various energy saving

KUOK Hui Kwong

KUOK Hui Kwong

Period of service with the Group Academic/professional qualification(s)

Other current major appointments

• Kerry Group Kuok Foundation (Hong Kong) Limited

Other experience and previous major appointments

Board of Directors, Company Secretary

LUI Man Shing

HO Kian Guan HO Chung Tao

Academic/professional qualification(s) Academic/professional qualification(s)

Board of Directors, Company Secretary

Alexander Reid LI Kwok Cheung

Period of service with the Group Academic/professional qualification(s)

Other current major appointments

Other experience and previous major appointments

• Microsoft Research Asia (China) – founder and

Board of Directors, Company Secretary

YAP Chee Keong