Norwegian salmon has gained significant popularity in Thailand, largely driven by the growth of sushi consumption. The country now hosts around 5,700 Japanese restaurants, a number that continues to rise. Many of these establishments serve Norwegian salmon, trout, and...
Thailand is preparing to lift a 53-year-old ban on afternoon alcohol sales as part of broader efforts to liberalize the market and boost tourism. The Thai House of Representatives has approved the proposed changes, which are now awaiting Senate approval. The bill aims...
In March 2025, two distinctive brands—CELINE and Fabrique—arrived to elevate Singapore’s luxury retail landscape. Both launches highlight the city’s status as a premier destination for high-end fashion, where global icons and innovative newcomers find a sophisticated,...
The South Korea’s convenience store brand GS25 has officially ventured into northern Vietnam by launching six new outlets in Hanoi, marking a significant step in its broader national growth strategy. The newly opened stores are strategically situated in key districts...
MR D.I.Y. Indonesia has opened its 1,000th store, marking a notable point in the company’s growth in the country’s household retail sector. This expansion is expected to increase access to retail services while also contributing to local economies through employment...
Australian home and lifestyle brand Anko continues its expansion in Metro Manila with the upcoming launch of its largest store in the Philippines at Trinoma Mall, Quezon City, scheduled for July 2025. Spanning 1,634 square meters, the store will feature 1,421 sqm of...
Cathay, a Hong Kong-based premium travel lifestyle brand, has expanded its presence in Southeast Asia through a strategic partnership with Mitsui Mall Group in Malaysia. This initiative supports Cathay’s broader goal of transforming everyday spending into lifestyle...
The British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City is ramping up efforts to support more British retail brands—especially small and mid-sized businesses—in entering Vietnam’s growing market. Speaking at a business briefing attended by 50 importers, distributors, and...
Luxury leather goods brand Coach is expanding its hospitality venture with the launch of its third Coach Coffee Shop in Malaysia, its first within a commercial mall. Following the success of its previous locations at APW Bangsar and Coach Play Ipoh, the latest outpost...
Kao Corporation has expanded its presence in Asia with the launch of its first Sensai store in Indonesia. The Japanese beauty brand’s debut counter opened in February 2025 at Sogo Plaza Senayan, a Jakarta department store located in an area renowned for its luxury...
Thai retailers are increasingly entering the growing market for second-hand luxury fashion, driven by the global sustainability movement. The market is expected to see annual growth of 12%, with younger generations showing interest in high-quality pre-owned items at...
Philippine Seven Corp, the exclusive operator of 7-Eleven in the Philippines, plans to invest PHP 5 billion (USD 85.32 million) to open over 400 new stores in 2025, according to its Taiwanese parent company, President Chain Store Corp. The expansion aims to grow the...
