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Malaysia Thinks It Can Woo 2 Million Chinese Tourists Despite Missing MH370
Malaysian tourism authorities may have said that promotions in China would be stalled until the jet is found, but huge revenue loss means they're not willing to hold out much… Read MoreLabel Overload: How Many More Western Brands Can The Chinese Market Sustain?
Abercrombie & Fitch, Jack Wills, and COS are just a few of numerous mid- to high-end Western brands to open stores in Hong Kong last year. But for newcomers, will… Read MoreChinese Tourists Get “Lost In Thailand”
Thailand in particular has seen an influx of Chinese tourists, benefitted by the proximity of the two countries and the popularity of the low-budget Chinese comedy film "Lost in Thailand." Read MoreEvent Watch: Osage Gallery Pop-Up Art Market (Hong Kong)
Marking the closing of their exhibition, "Market Force: Whither Contemporary Art?", Hong Kong's Osage Gallery will hold an interesting pop-up Art Market on August 17-18. Read MoreAsia’s Next Design Hub: The Battle For Leadership
Why do Hong Kong entrepreneurs and designers feel the need to fly down to Singapore when Hong Kong is supposed to be "fashion heaven" for professionals and consumers alike? Read MoreChanging Tastes Of Asian Diners Reflected In Miele Guide’s Top Restaurants in Asia Ranking
The Miele Guide's newest list of Asia's top restaurants included no notable restaurants in mainland China in the top 20 listings with the exception of Beijing Da Dong Roast Duck… Read MoreWill Li Ning Make A Splash In The US Market?
Li Ning, the sportswear brand founded by one of China's most famous athletes, has set out to become one of the world's top five sports brands within the next decade.… Read MoreJade Jewelry Takes A Contemporary Turn
Jade, coveted in China for thousands of years, is making a comeback among women of the country's "me generation" who want to set themselves apart from the average conspicuous consumer. Read More