As the FIFA 2022 World Cup kicks off in Qatar, we discuss the bilateral trade and investment relations with China and Hong Kong, including investments in World Cup infrastructure.
Raffles & Fairmont make debut in Qatar
The ultra-luxury Raffles Doha and luxury Fairmont Doha – which herald the entry of the aspirational Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts brands to Qatar – are now open exclusively to …
Former Wales women’s captain Laura McAllister forced to remove rainbow hat to watch match in Qatar
She was heading into the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan to watch Wales take on USA, but was stopped by security on the way in and told to remove the hat or she wouldn’t be able to enter.
Hopes and Fears for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar: Gauging Safety Perceptions among Residents
According to survey results, the majority of Qataris support hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup, but they also have worries about security. Lax government communication leaves many wondering what the …
North Korea’s Increasing Nuclear and Missile Threat to the U.S. and Its Allies
THE ISSUE North Korea has ratcheted up its military activity to unprecedented levels, including a record number of missile launches this year as well as highly provocative actions by its ground, air, …
Introducing New World La Plume Niseko Resort, 12,000 Million Baht Resort An Opportunity for Thais to Own a Freehold Income-Generating Property
Richmont’s Christie’s International Real Estate, a renowned marketing and real estate consultant, introduces a luxurious, five-star resort New World La Plume Niseko Resort, situated in Niseko, …
Why a 5.6-magnitude earthquake claimed 162 lives and caused massive destruction in Indonesia’s Java
An earthquake of 5.6 magnitude struck the main Indonesian island of Java on Monday. It might seem moderate on the Richter scale but the deaths and devastation caused are alarming. At least 162 people …
Indonesia quake: Rescuers keep search for victims on, world leaders express grief over 162 lives lost
A day after a 5.6-magnitude earthquake hit Indonesia’s Java, rescue workers continued to look for trapped people.
Meet the London property developer turned beekeeper
A north London property developer has swapped his hard hat for a bee suit in his bid to protect wildlife. Khalid Undre, 57, bought a plot of land in Harrow more than a decade ago and began to grow …
India set to overtake China as property investment destination
India is all set to overtake China as an attractive property investment destination just as valuations of property investments in China are declining …