APAC

In Q1, technology, media and telecom (TMT) was the busiest sector in the Asia Pacific by volume with 622 deals.

The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards celebrated excellence in the broadcasting industry, in the areas of technology, digitalisation, and engineering. 

Millennials are seen to be particularly drawn to contemporary art as growth for Christie’s, Sotheby’s, and Phillips are highly anticipated in art hubs Hong Kong and Singapore.

Yau said the digital economies of Asia Pacific’s developing nations are essential for their competitiveness in the modern world.

Proper regulations are needed to keep the industry on track with its sustainable goals.

More than 71% of retailers in Asia Pacific plan to expand or add new stores in 2023, according to CBRE retail survey. 

China-based MINISO has over 5,400 stores, of which more than 2,000 are in global markets, and it’s still growing.

The company aims to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by 25% in its value chain by 2030.

This was 7% of the estimated total economic loss of US$77b, globally.

P&Cs in the Asia Pacific stand at only 0.5% of real GDP or half of the global penetration ratio.

Duty-free is sales to travellers of goods and products exempt from VAT.

Promotional strategies must be reset to attract 600 million Gen Zs through digital and human consumer experiences.

Companies from all industries in Asia may submit their entries until 21 July 2023.

As we continue to experience economic uncertainty across the world, the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region hasn’t been spared from the volatility. 

Recognized in the categories of Marketing and Brand Initiative of the Year and Travel Product of the Year.