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Inside Travel Launches New Immersive Itineraries Across Asia

Inside Travel Launches New Immersive Itineraries Across Asia

Inside Travel Launches New Immersive Itineraries Across Asia
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Battle-scarred developing nations look for path out of permacrisis

Battle-scarred developing nations look for path out of permacrisis

By Andrea Shalal and Libby George WASHINGTON, April 20 (Reuters) - Developing country policymakers left this week's IMF-World Bank meetings more frustrated than ever that successive external shocks are derailing their efforts to tackle high debt, reform their economies and deliver better lives for
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Indonesia Implements Nationwide Ban on Elephant Rides to Protect Wildlife

Indonesia Implements Nationwide Ban on Elephant Rides to Protect Wildlife

Indonesia has become the first country to implement a nationwide ban on elephant rides, a move that sets a global precedent in wildlife tourism. This decision, driven by persistent advocacy from animal welfare groups, aims to reshape the way wildlife tourism is conducted in the country. The Ministry of Environment and Forestry has issued guidance to restrict practices that exploit elephants, particularly the critically endangered Sumatran elephants. These animals, previously used for leisure rides and shows, are now protected from being removed from their natural habitats. The ban follows years of scrutiny and criticism from organizations like PETA, which have highlighted the abusive conditions elephants faced in tourist attractions such as Mason Elephant Park & Lodge in Bali.
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Ho Chi Minh City Retail Market Adopts Experiential Formats Amid Cautious Spending

Ho Chi Minh City Retail Market Adopts Experiential Formats Amid Cautious Spending

Ho Chi Minh City's retail market is transitioning towards experiential and immersive shopping environments, despite cautious consumer spending in certain segments. According to JLL's Asia Pacific Retail Market Dynamics Report, the city's prime retail market is expected to maintain stable supply levels through 2026, with vacancy rates trending downward. In 2025, the market saw strong leasing activity, with net absorption reaching nearly 8,000 sqm in Q4 and around 12,000 sqm for the full year. City Centre locations continued to attract international retailers, marked by the debut of French luxury perfume brand Diptyque at Saigon Centre in the fourth quarter. Other retailers such as Oh!Some, KKV, and Beneunder expanded their presence throughout the year. Singapore's The Green Party entered Aeon Bình Tân, and Zara opened a large-format store at Crescent Mall, indicating continued confidence from global fashion brands.
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Vietjet Expands Network with New Routes Between Vietnam and China

Vietjet Expands Network with New Routes Between Vietnam and China

Vietjet has announced the launch of five new routes connecting Vietnam and China, alongside strategic agreements to enhance its fleet and aviation technology. The new routes include Hanoi to Hangzhou, Enshi, and Huangshan, as well as Ho Chi Minh City to Guilin and Huangshan. These developments are part of Vietjet's broader strategy to expand its international network and strengthen its position in the Asia-Pacific aviation market. The agreements with SPDB Financial Leasing and AVIC Cabin Systems aim to finance new aircraft and develop aviation technology, further supporting Vietjet's growth ambitions.
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Greenlyzer and Royal Group Partner to Boost Green Hydrogen Energy in ASEAN

Greenlyzer and Royal Group Partner to Boost Green Hydrogen Energy in ASEAN

Greenlyzer, a Singapore-based deep tech company, and Cambodia's Royal Group have signed a Memorandum of Agreement to advance green hydrogen energy solutions in Cambodia and across the ASEAN region. The agreement, signed in Singapore, aims to deploy Greenlyzer's Green Moving Grid (GMG) technology, which converts hydrogen into reliable energy for critical applications. This partnership highlights Singapore's role as a green innovation hub and Cambodia's growing involvement in the green and digital economy. The collaboration will explore pilot projects to demonstrate scalable, locally-produced green hydrogen solutions.
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TM Nxera Advances AI-Ready Data Center in Johor with 2026 Launch

TM Nxera Advances AI-Ready Data Center in Johor with 2026 Launch

TM Nxera, a joint venture between Telekom Malaysia and Nxera, is progressing with its AI-ready data center campus in Iskandar Puteri, Johor. The first phase of the project is set to commence commercial operations in the second half of 2026. The data center, which will be one of the largest AI-ready campuses in Malaysia, is designed to support large-scale computing and AI workloads. The facility will initially have a capacity of 64MW, scalable up to 200MW, and will feature advanced technologies such as liquid cooling and eco-friendly energy systems. The project is part of Telekom Malaysia's strategy to position Malaysia as a preferred digital hub in Southeast Asia.
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Ho Chi Minh City Approves $5 Billion MSC Container Terminal Project

Ho Chi Minh City Approves $5 Billion MSC Container Terminal Project

Ho Chi Minh City has approved a $5 billion project to develop the Can Gio International transshipment port, led by a consortium including MSC's Terminal Investment Limited. The project, which has been in planning for nearly four years, aims to establish Vietnam's largest transshipment port. Located on an offshore islet at the mouth of the Cai Mep River, the port will initially have a capacity of 4.8 million TEU by 2030, expanding to 16.9 million TEU by 2047. The development is part of a broader strategy to enhance Ho Chi Minh City's status as a global maritime hub.
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Cambodia Positioned as Strategic Gateway for Singapore Business Expansion

Cambodia Positioned as Strategic Gateway for Singapore Business Expansion

A seminar organized by the Singapore Business Federation and Aquarii BD highlighted Cambodia as a strategic gateway for Singapore businesses seeking expansion into Southeast Asia. The event, held in Singapore, brought together government officials, investors, and corporate leaders to explore Cambodia's commercial potential. H.E. Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce of Cambodia, delivered a keynote address emphasizing Cambodia's commitment to open markets and foreign investment. The seminar underscored Cambodia's advantages, including competitive operating costs, strategic location, and a young consumer base, making it an attractive destination for Singapore firms facing mature home markets.
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Stonebridge to Manage New Kimpton Hotel in Salt Lake City, Enhancing Local Hospitality Scene

Stonebridge to Manage New Kimpton Hotel in Salt Lake City, Enhancing Local Hospitality Scene

Stonebridge to Manage New Kimpton Hotel in Salt Lake City, Enhancing Local Hospitality Scene
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HITEC Tokyo to Debut in Japan, Expanding Hospitality Tech in Asia

HITEC Tokyo to Debut in Japan, Expanding Hospitality Tech in Asia

The Hospitality Tech EXPO, hosted by RX Japan LLC, has partnered with HITEC (Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference) to introduce HITEC Tokyo. This event, scheduled for December 2-4, 2026, at Ariake GYM-EX, marks the first time HITEC will be held in Japan. The collaboration aims to establish Tokyo as a central hub for hospitality technology in Asia. HITEC, known as the world's largest and longest-running hospitality technology conference, will bring its expertise to the Asian market, targeting hotel management and decision-makers. The event will feature a combination of educational sessions and a trade show, showcasing the latest in hospitality technology. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to connect global knowledge with growth opportunities in the Asian hospitality sector.
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RX Japan and HFTP Announce Inaugural HITEC Tokyo for Hospitality Technology

RX Japan and HFTP Announce Inaugural HITEC Tokyo for Hospitality Technology

RX Japan and HFTP Announce Inaugural HITEC Tokyo for Hospitality Technology