Manulife and Bupa Forge Alliance to Enhance Healthcare in Hong Kong

Manulife (International) Limited and Bupa International Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic collaboration in Hong Kong. Announced on December 15, 2025, this partnership aims to enhance healthcare access and provide customers with more flexible management options for their health.

The collaboration seeks to combine the strengths of both companies, creating a more integrated healthcare network. Customers are expected to benefit from expanded access to high-quality healthcare, improved convenience, and personalized support throughout their healthcare journeys. This initiative is driven by a shared commitment to enhance the wellbeing of the people of Hong Kong.

In a statement, Patrick Graham, CEO of Manulife Hong Kong and Macau, emphasized the importance of this collaboration in achieving their goal of becoming the health partner of choice. He noted, “As people live longer and aspire to healthier, more purposeful lives, we see an increasing need for a connected healthcare ecosystem that ensures longevity goes hand in hand with quality of life.” By leveraging each company’s strengths, the partnership aims to provide sustainable healthcare solutions that empower individuals and communities.

Fiona Harris, Managing Director of Bupa Hong Kong, added that collaborations are essential in delivering a connected healthcare ecosystem. She stated, “By joining forces, we can reach more of the people of Hong Kong, introducing new innovations and creating more opportunities through embracing the era of digital health and AI.” Harris reinforced Bupa’s commitment to helping individuals live longer, healthier lives, describing the signing of the MoU as a “powerful step forward.”

This strategic collaboration is designed to benefit both customers and the businesses involved, with further updates anticipated as the partnership develops. The focus will be on creating innovative solutions that cater to the evolving healthcare needs of Hong Kong’s population.

Manulife has been a prominent financial services provider in Hong Kong for over 125 years, offering a range of protection and wealth products to more than 2.6 million customers. The company is part of Manulife Financial Corporation, which operates globally and provides financial advice and insurance across multiple regions.

Founded in 1947, Bupa serves over 60 million customers worldwide, focusing on healthcare services without shareholders, allowing them to reinvest profits into improving healthcare. In Hong Kong, Bupa has been a health insurance specialist since 1976, providing tailored healthcare solutions for individuals and businesses.

As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, this collaboration between Manulife and Bupa represents a significant step towards improving healthcare accessibility and quality for the people of Hong Kong.