Turning 185 Years of Care into Colour
AS Watson is proud to join hands with the NGO Paint Beautiful Hong Kong and talented local artists to create a stunning mural outside our head office, Watson House.
Celebrating 185 Years of Growing As One
To mark AS Watson’s 185th anniversary, we expressed our heartfelt appreciation to colleagues across our Hong Kong offices, stores, and warehouse.
AS Watson Marks 185 Years of Caring: Surpasses 10,000 Smiles for Children With Cleft Lips
AS Watson, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer, celebrates its 185th anniversary - a journey from Hong Kong’s first western pharmacy to a global retail leader. This milestone also marks a major achievement in its “Give a Smile” campaign with Operation Smile: surpassing its goal of 10,000 free surgeries for children with cleft conditions ahead of schedule. AS Watson now sets a new target - 15,000 surgeries by 2030 - reaffirming its commitment to brighter futures for our next generation.
“Effective Remedies for All” - A Legacy of Care and Innovation
AS Watson was Hong Kong’s first pharmacy to introduce Western medicine. In the summer of 1881, the company published its first pharmaceutical booklet, Effective Remedies for All (《妙藥同人》), written by Alexander Skirving Watson, a British pharmacist and the first store manager.
New Year Message from Group CEO Malina
2026 marks an extraordinary milestone for AS Watson. Our Group CEO, Malina, shares her New Year message, inspiring us all to be exceptional in the year ahead.
Sustainability Bazaar for Care
AS Watson International Buying hosted a vibrant Sustainability Bazaar, bringing together colleagues and 11 social enterprises.
Together, We Share the Power of Love
AS Watson stands united with the Tai Po community, showing care to the affected residents. With support from the Housing Bureau, our retail brand Fortress has donated over HK$1 million worth of home appliances to more than 30 transitional housing units across Hong Kong.
Standing Together: AS Watson’s Continued Support for Residents Impacted by the Fire
The fire tragedy happened at Tai Po Wang Fuk Court on 26 November 2025 brings profound sorrow to people across Hong Kong. AS Watson Group extends our deepest condolences to the families who lost their loved ones, and our heartfelt care to all residents affected. May the departed rest in peace, and may the families find strength during this difficult time.
Standing Together Caring Always
AS Watson cares deeply about residents affected by the fire. Our Retail Hong Kong brands delivered nearly 20,000 essential items to shelters and set up Care Service Stations at designated stores in the Tai Po District.
