While China-Western Trade Tension Increases, China-ASEAN Trade Increases, with US$616bn Surge Projected
In the face of persistent trade tensions and escalating barriers between China and the West, a new analysis by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) forecasts a substantial surge in trade between China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). According to a zawya.com report on 9 January 2024, this burgeoning economic partnership is poised to […]
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HE Sok Siphana: China to Increase Investment with Cambodia in 2024
A promising outlook for Cambodia-China economic and trade cooperation in 2024 has been painted by Sok Siphana, senior minister and Chairman Emeritus of the Board of Directors of the Asian Vision Institute. Mr Sok envisions a year of deeper collaboration, emphasising that the steadily increasing bilateral trade and investment volumes between the two nations will […]
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CBRE Suggests Strategies for Cambodia’s Tourism: Navigating Recovery and Charting a New Horizon
In the wake of the global upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Cambodia’s tourism sector emerges as a beacon of recovery, though challenges linger on the path to regaining pre-pandemic glory. In 2019, Cambodia witnessed a bustling 6.5 million international tourists. The pandemic cast a shadow in 2020, plummeting arrivals to a mere 1 million. […]
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Strategic Realignment: CBRE Cambodia Director Urges Developers to Reshape Approach for 2024
Marc Townsend, CEO of CBRE Cambodia, delivered a thought-provoking message at the “Fearless Forecast 2024” workshop, challenging real estate developers to shift their focus from new projects to optimising existing inventory. Speaking at the Oakwood Premier Hotel in Phnom Penh, Townsend emphasised the need for a strategic reorganisation of products and services to align with […]
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Crafting Cambodia’s Real Estate Legacy: A Time to Build & Uphold Reputations
In the dynamic landscape of Cambodia’s real estate, developers are presented with a pivotal moment – a juncture where reputations can be forged or lost for generations to come. The ongoing market fluctuations, characterised by unchanged prices and a substantial 40% drop in secondary sale values, provide a unique opportunity for strategic decision-making, according to […]
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UN Predicts Global Economy Down to 2.4% in 2024, Inflation Rises to Above 10% for Developing Countries
In a pivotal economic report, the United Nations projects a slowdown in global economic growth to 2.4% by 2024, down from the estimated 2.7% in 2023, underscoring challenges surpassing earlier expectations. Both figures remain below the pre-pandemic 3% growth rate prevalent before the 19-year epidemic in 2020, according to VOA on 9 January 2024. The […]
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Economists Project China’s Economic Landscape in 2024 to Fall to 4.6%
As China’s economic trajectory undergoes shifts, economists anticipate a moderated growth of 4.6% in 2024, following an anticipated 5.2% expansion this year. This projection comes against the backdrop of a sluggish real estate market and tepid consumption. With 23 experts expecting this year’s growth to align closely with Beijing’s target of approximately 5%. According to […]
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CBRE’s Head of Research Hints Real Estate Market Recovery Time
Investment caution is rippling through the Asia-Pacific real estate market, from Singapore to South Korea, as investors tread carefully amidst concerns over rising interest rates and geopolitical instability. Market data from JLL, a leading commercial real estate and investment management company, reveals a 22% year-on-year decline in commercial real estate investment activity in the Asia-Pacific […]
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Chinese Premier Li Spearheads Intelligent Technological Advancements for Sustainable Development in Lancang-Mekong Region
In a visionary move to fortify regional cooperation and technological progress, Chinese Premier Li Qiang took the lead in proposing cutting-edge solutions and sustainable initiatives during the fourth Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) Leaders’ Meeting. The virtual summit, attended by leaders from Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam—the five ASEAN member states traversed by the Mekong River—marked […]
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2024 Outlook: Regional Experts Projects Emerging Risks & Opportunities in Asia-Pacific Real Estate Market
As we approach 2024, the Asia-Pacific real estate scene is evolving amid emerging market realities. Investors are strategically focusing on resilience, delving into a complex yet promising market for astute opportunities. This is according to regional experts at Asian Investor, who provided a joint analysis on 19 December 2023. Market Insights: Valuations are settling, and […]
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