For almost two years China’s leaders cracked down on borrowing to build and bet on property, plunging the market into a crisis. Now that the economy has been weakened by the failures of the …
71pct of Sands China licence spend for venues says parent
The balance of the total minimum investment pledged by Sands China to the Macau authorities – amounting to US$1.1 billion – would be operating expenses relating to: increasing international visitor …
Dhawa by Banyan Tree Debuts in the Maldives
Dhawa a brand by Banyan Tree Group enters Maldives with an idyllic island retreat set on the North Malé Atoll. The all-villa Dhawa Ihuru invites sun-seekers and marine life enthusiasts to explore its …
A Closer Look at Laos
The opener of the new season of A Closer Look takes us to Laos, Southeast Asia’s only landlocked country. But also, at least according to one celebrity chef, the top food destination of the world. CNN …
Chinese New Year celebrations goes big in Laos
VIENTIANE, Jan 23 (Xinhua): Lao people and overseas Chinese here enjoyed a festive event in the capital, featuring lion dances, firecrackers and food to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year.
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo welcomes new GM
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo ushered in 2023, with the appointment of a new General Manager, Darsh Gallage, a veteran hotelier with more than two decades of experience in the hospitality sector both in …
Seeds of change: Nepal’s local crops raise hopes for food security
Could growing more traditional and indigenous crops help Nepal boost food sustainability as climate change worsens?
No joy for Malaysia’s property sector from China’s reopening
The reopening story has raised hopes among Malaysian real estate players who are striking a bullish tone about the return of Chinese investment in properties. However, some property analysts are …
Intellectual Property Filing Fund 2.0 worth RM2 mln launched
The Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) today launched the Intellectual Property Filing Fund 2.0 amounting to RM2 million to benefit 2,000 micro, small and medium entrepreneurs.
House-buyer sues over Japanese knotweed in garden
An accountant who sold a £700,000 property that was riddled with Japanese knotweed faces a £200,000 legal bill after the buyer successfully sued. Jonathan Downi …