The most expensive home in Georgia has just changed hands for a staggering $30 million, resetting expectations for what a trophy property can command in the state. The sale caps a journey that began …
‘The dead bodies float to our houses’: Life in Bangladesh, climate change’s ‘ground zero’
Bhola, in southern Bangladesh, has been called climate change’s ‘ground zero’, where its effects add to impoverishment and migration …
Hong Kong fire: Major property developers considering blanket ban on smoking at worksites
Property developers in Hong Kong are pushing for a complete ban on smoking at worksites, following last week’s deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Residents say workers had been seen smoking …
Cyprus ends cabinet power to grant ‘Golden Passports’
Cyprus ends Cabinet ability to grant Golden Passports, passing reforms that finally close the door on citizenship-by-investment..
Azerbaijan tightens rules on cultural heritage protection
Amendments are being made to the Criminal Code, the Code of Administrative Offenses, the Laws “On the Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments,” and “On Culture”, Azernews reports.
Hope and hardship have driven Syrian refugee returns – but many head back to destroyed homes, land disputes
Close to 1.5 million Syrian refugees have voluntarily returned to their home country over the past year. That extraordinary figure represents nearly one-quarter of all Syrians who fled fighting during …
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Launches a New Official Platform, “Saudi Properties”, Ahead of the Non-Saudi Property Ownership Law
The Real Estate General Authority (REGA) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of a new national platform under the name “Saudi Properties.” This will serve as the official platform …
Years Into China’s Property Crisis, Even More Dark Clouds Gather
Hi, this is Allen Wan in Shanghai, where we seem to be watching more dark clouds form over the nation’s property market.
Mainland Chinese developer Country Garden gets Hong Kong court-backed debt lifeline
Onshore and offshore restructuring plans expected to reduce debt by US$12.7 billion and ease repayment pressure over the next five years.
MGallery Collection to debut in Maldives with V Villas Mirihi
MGallery Collection, Accor’s boutique hotel division, will open V Villas Maldives at Mirihi – MGallery Collection in early 2026. Located on the secluded island of Mirihi in the South Ari Atoll, the …