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Asia is the largest continent in the world, home to diverse cultures, languages, and landscapes. This category includes countries, cities, and regions across Asia.
Hong Kong tourism industry is at a crossroads, and one of the city most prominent business leaders is calling for a bold new direction. Kuok Hui Kwong, chairwoman and CEO of Shangri-La Group, has urged the city tourism trade to tap into its rich cultural foundation to attract international visitors and build a sustainable competitive…
Hong Kong has scored a major win in the global fitness and sporting events arena. The city has been selected to host the PUMA HYROX World Championships in 2027, marking the first time the prestigious international fitness competition will be held in the Asia-Pacific region. This landmark announcement positions Hong Kong as a rising destination…
Japan is set to dramatically increase entry visa fees for foreign visitors, raising the cost five-fold to 15,000 yen (approximately $100 USD) starting July 1, 2026. The announcement, reported by Kyodo News and VisasNews, marks the first major overhaul of Japans visa pricing structure in years and is expected to impact millions of tourists, business…
Japan has announced an ambitious new public-private investment target of $2.3 trillion by 2040, according to a report by Nikkei. The sweeping national growth strategy focuses on three key pillars: artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and space technology — sectors that are expected to reshape the countrys industrial landscape over the next 15 years. The initiative represents…
Lapu-Lapu City took center stage in Southeast Asian diplomacy as it hosted the 48th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit from May 6 to May 8, 2026, transforming the shores of Mactan into a vibrant hub of diplomacy, culture, and regional unity. Presiding over the assembly was Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., serving as…
China has done it again. At the 2026 Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championships, the Chinese men team clinched the team gold medal, powered by an outstanding all-around performance from national star Zhang Boheng. The victory reinforces China position as the dominant force in Asian gymnastics and sets the tone for the road ahead. Zhang Boheng, the…
Lapu-Lapu City celebrated its 2026 Charter Day with a heartwarming mass wedding ceremony that brought together at least 38 couples at the historic Nuestra Señora de Regla Parish National Shrine on June 18, 2026. The event, organized by the Lapu-Lapu City Government, blended personal commitment with civic celebration in a ceremony filled with joy, tradition,…
Shanghai Disneyland is celebrating a major milestone in 2026 — its 10th anniversary. Since opening its gates in June 2016, the park has become one of the most visited and beloved theme parks in all of Asia, defying broader economic trends and cementing its place as a cultural icon in China. Bob Iger, the visionary…