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Asia Pacific Logistics Markets Diverge Despite 47% Tenant-Favourable Conditions as Supply Constraints Begin to Shift Balance

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  • Tenant-favorable markets in APAC expected to moderate as conditions tighten
  • Supply-constrained markets – Australia, Japan and Singapore are seeing rising competition
  • 54% of global markets and 60% of APAC markets expect rental growth, reinforcing upward pricing pressure

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Asia Pacific’s logistics markets are entering a more complex phase, with divergence across the region increasingly shaping both occupier strategy and investor positioning. According to Cushman & Wakefield’s Waypoint 2026 report, APAC remains the most tenant‑favorable region globally, with 47% of markets favoring occupiers, up from 33% in 2025, although conditions vary significantly as supply and demand dynamics continue to diverge across markets.

The report reveals that the Chinese mainland industrial and logistics market is currently characterized by tenant-favorable conditions driven by abundant supply and softer occupier demand. Significant levels of vacant stock across China’s regional markets have reduced landlord pricing power, resulting in downward pressure on rents and heightened tenant leverage. On the other hand, China remains cost-competitive globally — with relatively low rental and labor costs supporting its position as a major manufacturing hub.

Looking ahead, the Chinese mainland market is expected to remain under supply pressure in the near term, with vacancy rates likely to rise further as new supply continues to outpace occupier demand growth. Nevertheless, despite near-term challenges, both landlords and tenants remain optimistic about the long-term fundamentals of the mainland China logistics market in lease negotiations.

Tony Su, Managing Director and Head of Industrial & Logistics Services, China, Cushman & Wakefield, noted:” The overall premium logistics warehouse market in the Chinese mainland maintained a stable trajectory. On the supply-demand side, landlords prioritized renewal quality and long-term asset value, favoring stable tenants such as manufacturers, while remaining cautious toward long-term leases at low rates. Tenants, in contrast, remained highly price-sensitive and valued expansion flexibility. Despite certain divergences in leasing strategies, both sides are negotiating based on an optimistic outlook for the market, reflecting a gradual recovery of confidence in the premium logistics warehouse sector.”

APAC: Markets diverse, SEA emerging as a key growth hub

Supply‑constrained markets such as Australia, Japan and Singapore are experiencing increasing competition for space, with vacancy expected to decline as development pipelines remain limited. This is reflected in wider regional trends, where 43% of APAC markets are expected to see vacancy decline over the next three years, reflecting a gradual tightening of market conditions. In contrast, more tenant‑friendly conditions persist in parts of India and on the Chinese mainland, where higher levels of new supply continue to provide occupiers with greater flexibility. Across APAC, around a third of markets are expected to see vacancy rise amid ongoing development activity.

This divergence is reinforcing a market‑by‑market approach across the region. For landlords, aligning assets with high‑growth sectors such as e‑commerce, manufacturing, high‑tech and automotive, while ensuring buildings can support power demand and automation, is becoming increasingly important.

Dennis Yeo, Head of Investor Services and Logistics & Industrial, Asia Pacific, Cushman & Wakefield, said: “Different markets across APAC are experiencing different stages of growth, fueled by resilient occupier demand led by e-commerce and manufacturing. Supply constraints in markets such as Japan and Australia are driving competition, meanwhile continued availability in China and India is creating opportunity.”

Demand across APAC continues to be anchored by e‑commerce and manufacturing, alongside ongoing supply chain diversification, with Southeast Asia emerging as a key growth hub. Markets such as Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand are seeing strengthening occupier activity driven by production shifts and regionalization strategies, while high‑tech and automotive sectors remain important sources of demand across North Asia. This is reinforcing the importance of modern, well‑located and future‑ready logistics facilities that can support evolving operational and technological requirements.

Global outlook: tightening conditions and rising costs

Globally, the report shows tenant‑favorable conditions declining from 52% in 2026 to 33% by 2029 as vacancy tightens and supply remains constrained, while landlord‑favorable markets are projected to rise from 26% to 39%, signalling a broader shift in market balance. At the same time, demand for high‑quality, strategically located assets continues to strengthen as businesses redesign supply chains to mitigate geopolitical, trade and climate risks, with global logistics rents now 36% above 2020 levels and 54% of markets expected to see rental growth over the next three years.

In the Americas, logistics markets are expected to see the most pronounced shift towards landlord‑favorable conditions as supply and demand rebalance across key U.S. hubs, while nearshoring continues to support demand in Mexico.

In EMEA, tightening vacancy alongside constrained development pipelines is narrowing occupier flexibility, while elevated energy costs are increasingly shaping location decisions and driving demand for energy‑efficient logistics assets.

Dr. Dominic Brown, Head of International Research, Cushman & Wakefield, said: “The next phase of the logistics cycle will be defined by preparedness. Businesses that embed resilience into their real estate strategies, through smarter use of technology, automation and energy‑secure assets, will be far better placed to navigate disruption and capture long‑term growth.”

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About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for property owners and occupiers with approximately 53,000 employees in nearly 350 offices and 60 countries. In Greater China, a network of 23 offices serves local markets across the region. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core services of Valuation, Consulting, Project & Development Services, Capital Markets, Project & Occupier Services, Industrial & Logistics, Retail, and others. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com.hk or follow us on LinkedIn ().

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亞太物流市場格局分化：47% 地區租戶仍佔優， 市場供需形勢逐步逆轉

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  • 亞太區對租戶有利之市場或將逐步降溫，市場供應趨緊態勢顯現供給收緊市場，如澳洲、日本及新加坡倉儲租賃競爭加劇
  • 全球54%的市場、亞太區60%的市場租金預計上漲，進一步推高租金上行壓力

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年7月3日 – 亞太區物流地產邁入分化加劇的轉型階段，區域市場走勢差異正深刻影響租戶選址策略與投資方佈局邏輯。根據戴德梁行2026年全球物流與工業地產展望報告《Waypoint 2026》資料，亞太地區仍是全球租戶優勢最突出的區域，47%的細分市場租賃環境有利於租戶，較2025年的33%大幅提升。不過，受到各地供需基本面分化影響，各市場發展態勢呈現明顯差異。

報告指出，中國大陸工業及物流倉儲市場供應充足，租戶需求走弱，整體處於租戶主導的市場環境。國內多地的高空置率削弱了業主方議價能力，在租金承壓下行背景下，租戶議價空間將持續擴大。中國市場憑藉極具競爭力的租金與人工成本，穩居全球製造業的成本優勢梯隊。

未來中國內地物流市場預計短期承壓態勢延續，新增倉儲供應持續高於租戶需求增幅。儘管短期面臨諸多挑戰，但在租賃洽談過程中，業主與承租方均對中國大陸物流市場的長期基本面保持樂觀。

戴德梁行中國區產業地產部主管、董事總經理蘇智淵表示：「中國內地整體高標倉市場依然保持穩定態勢。從供需雙方策略來看，業主更注重續約品質與長期資產價值，傾向選擇製造業等穩定性較高的客戶，對低價長約持謹慎態度；租戶則價格敏感度高且注重擴租靈活性。雙方在租賃策略上存在差異，惟各方均抱持市場前景向好之預期，互相角力，反映出整體高標倉市場信心正逐步修復。」

亞太地區：市場分化，東南亞成為區域增長核心

澳洲、日本、新加坡等倉儲供給緊缺型市場的租賃競爭加劇，新增項目報批放量有限，空置率持續下行。亞太區未來三年43%的區域市場空置率將走低，逐步由租戶友好型市場向業主友好型市場轉變。與之形成對比的是印度部分區域與中國內地新增供應充足，租戶選址靈活度高；受新項目持續入市影響，亞太區約三分之一市場空置率或將繼續走高。

受各地市場分化影響，亞太區各地普遍轉向精細化運營、因地定制的佈局模式。倉儲物流業主若想實現資產的保值增值，重點在於瞄準電商、高端製造、科創、汽車製造等優質需求賽道，與此同時，配備適配自動化生產的配電系統與硬體設施。

戴德梁行亞太區投資服務及工業物流負責人Dennis Yeo表示：「在電商與製造業穩健需求的驅動下，亞太地區各經濟體物流市場正處在不同的發展週期。日本、澳洲受制於土地與專案供應緊縮，倉儲資源競爭加劇；而中國、印度市場受益於充足的存量倉儲，為租戶擴張提供了更多選擇空間。」

電商、高端製造及全球供應鏈多元化佈局不斷提振亞太區倉儲市場需求，東南亞已成為區域物流的增長核心。受產能轉移、產業鏈區域化佈局影響，越南、印尼、泰國的倉儲租賃市場活躍度穩步攀升；高新、汽車產業持續拉動東北亞倉儲需求。在此背景下，區位優越、硬體適配未來智慧化運營的高標物流倉儲物業的價值持續凸顯。

全球展望：市場趨緊，租賃成本上行

報告資料表明，隨著市場空置率下行，新增供應規模收緊，全球租戶友好型市場占比將從2026年的52%下滑至2029年的33%；業主主導的市場占比將由26%提升至39%，全球物流地產供需格局迎來結構性轉變。地緣政治衝突、貿易格局變動與氣候風險加速企業重塑全球供應鏈，核心地段優質倉儲物業需求持續走強。目前全球物流租金相較2020年已上漲36%，未來三年有54%的全球市場租金具備上行空間。

美洲方面，美國核心倉儲市場供需逐步平衡，市場向業主方傾斜的態勢突出；近岸外包產業持續帶動墨西哥倉儲需求。

歐洲、非洲及中東地區（EMEA）的空置率下行，新增倉儲供給建設收緊，租戶可選擇的物業空間縮減；疊加居高不下的能源成本，企業選址愈發青睞具備節能屬性的倉儲物業。

戴德梁行國際研究部主管Dominic Brown博士表示：「抗風險佈局將成為物流產業下一發展週期的核心方向。企業借助智慧系統、自動化設施與低碳倉儲優化不動產配置，強化抗波動能力，將能夠應對市場起伏，實現長期增長機遇。」

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VEC continues to expand its strategic partner ecosystem, completing an integrated value chain for international exhibitions and events in Vietnam

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Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) has signed strategic partnership agreements with leading organizations in the exhibition, trade promotion, and media sectors, including COEX, Chan Chao International, VEAS (Minh Vi), and VCCorp. The milestone marks another significant step in VEC’s efforts to build a comprehensive partner ecosystem, supporting its vision of positioning Vietnam as a regional hub for exhibitions, trade, and international business connectivity.

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Under the partnerships, VEC and its partners will jointly organize a wide range of trade promotion programs, conferences, seminars, industry exhibitions, and business networking activities. They will also explore new collaboration models to maximize the value of exhibition infrastructure, expand international customer networks, and strengthen the competitiveness of Vietnam’s exhibition industry amid deeper global integration.

The strategic partnership signing ceremony between Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) and COEX, Chan Chao International, VEAS (Minh Vi), and VCCorp on July 1, 2026 marks a new chapter in the development of international exhibitions and events, fostering global trade and business connections.
The strategic partnership signing ceremony between Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) and COEX, Chan Chao International, VEAS (Minh Vi), and VCCorp on July 1, 2026 marks a new chapter in the development of international exhibitions and events, fostering global trade and business connections.

In the event sector, VEC’s partnerships with established organizations such as COEX, Chan Chao International, and Minh Vi will enhance service quality, optimize the customer experience, and strengthen VEC’s appeal as a destination for national, regional, and global events.

VEC and COEX, South Korea's leading MICE company, have officially established a strategic partnership to expand the network of international exhibitions and conferences in Vietnam.
VEC and COEX, South Korea’s leading MICE company, have officially established a strategic partnership to expand the network of international exhibitions and conferences in Vietnam.

In the media sector, VEC has partnered with VCCorp to develop digital communications solutions, promote events, and build platforms that connect with business communities in Vietnam and around the world.

VEC and Chan Chao International have also entered into a strategic partnership, combining the expertise of one of Asia's leading exhibition organizers with VEC's world class exhibition infrastructure to develop large scale international exhibitions in Vietnam.
VEC and Chan Chao International have also entered into a strategic partnership, combining the expertise of one of Asia’s leading exhibition organizers with VEC’s world class exhibition infrastructure to develop large scale international exhibitions in Vietnam.

Speaking at the ceremony, Ms. Pham Thi Hien, Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Sales and Marketing of Vietnam Exposition Center, said: “Today’s signing ceremony not only expands VEC’s partner ecosystem but also creates a stronger platform connecting Vietnamese and international businesses. We believe the combination of world-class infrastructure, event management expertise, and our partners’ extensive networks will deliver exhibitions and events with regional and global impact, helping position Vietnam as a new destination for the international exhibition, events, and trade industry.”

Earlier, on June 18, 2026, Vietnam Exposition Center signed strategic partnership agreements with leading organizations in the exhibition, events, and trade promotion sectors, including Informa Markets, NC Network, Exporum, Vinexad, and the Vietnam Exhibition & Convention Association (VECA). These partnerships opened new opportunities to develop a portfolio of international scale exhibitions and events in Vietnam.

Guided by the vision of “Strategic Partnerships – Setting Standards – Leading the Future,” VEC’s continued expansion of its strategic partner network is steadily realizing its ambition of building a comprehensive exhibition and events ecosystem. This ecosystem is expected to attract leading international exhibition brands, create greater business opportunities for enterprises, and elevate Vietnam’s position on the global exhibition map. Through these efforts, VEC continues to strengthen its role as a hub for trade, investment, and innovation, contributing to Vietnam’s emergence as one of Asia’s premier destinations for exhibitions and international events.

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About Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC)

Spanning more than 90 hectares, Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) is Southeast Asia’s largest exhibition complex and a venue for major national and international events. Guided by its mission of “Bringing Vietnam to the World and Bringing the World to Vietnam,” VEC aims to become a gateway where global excellence converges and Vietnamese identity reaches international audiences. By supporting key economic sectors, VEC contributes to strengthening Vietnam’s position on the global stage.

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About COEX

Founded in 1986, COEX is South Korea’s leading MICE company, specializing in meetings, incentives, conventions, exhibitions, and events. It operates the COEX Convention & Exhibition Center in Seoul, one of Asia’s largest exhibition venues. With extensive experience in organizing large scale events and a global partner network, COEX plays a vital role in connecting businesses, promoting trade, and facilitating technology exchange between South Korea and international markets. Through its partnership with VEC, COEX will organize Automation World Vietnam (September 9 to 11) and Vietbaby Fair & VietEdu Fair (October 15 to 18) in 2026, launching a series of international exhibitions at Vietnam Exposition Center.

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About Chan Chao International

Headquartered in Taiwan, Chan Chao International is a leading international exhibition group with operations across Asia. The company specializes in organizing trade fairs and industry exhibitions covering manufacturing, electronics, machinery, textiles, furniture, and technology. With more than three decades of experience, Chan Chao has built a multi platform trade promotion ecosystem that effectively connects manufacturers, suppliers, and international buyers while facilitating cross border business cooperation. As part of its strategic partnership with VEC, Chan Chao International will organize Hanoi Print Pack 2026, HanoiPlas 2026, and Intelligent Asia Hanoi 2026 at VEC from July 1 to 4, 2026.

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About Minh Vi (VEAS)

Established in 2007, Minh Vi Advertising & Exhibition Services Co., Ltd. (VEAS) is one of Vietnam’s and Southeast Asia’s leading exhibition organizers and international trade promotion companies. VEAS manages numerous industry exhibitions covering manufacturing, engineering, agriculture, food, healthcare, and technology. Having organized hundreds of international events, the company serves as an effective bridge connecting Vietnamese businesses with global markets. In 2026, VEAS will further expand its exhibition portfolio at Vietnam Exposition Center with PetFair Vietnam 2026, together with eight co-located specialized exhibitions, reinforcing VEC’s position as a destination for international exhibitions while creating greater business networking and partnership opportunities for domestic and international enterprises.

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About VCCorp

Founded in 2006, VCCorp is one of Vietnam’s largest technology and digital media companies. Its influential digital media ecosystem includes leading platforms such as CafeF, CafeBiz, Soha, Kenh14, and Afamily. In addition to digital content, VCCorp provides online advertising, data, marketing technology, and digital transformation solutions for businesses. The company serves as a strategic media partner for many of Vietnam’s leading events, organizations, and enterprises.

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2026 Hualien Summer Carnival　 Taiwan’s Premier Summer Music Festival

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HUALIEN, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Taiwan’s premier summer music festival, the 2026 Hualien Summer Carnival, returns from July 1 to July 5, transforming Hualien’s Dongdamen Square into a five-night celebration of music, culture and tourism.

Hualien Summer Festival
Hualien Summer Festival

Now in its 19th year, the festival has grown into one of Taiwan’s largest outdoor music events, attracting tens of thousands of fans every summer. Set against Hualien’s breathtaking mountains and Pacific coastline, the event combines live performances with one of Asia’s most scenic festival experiences.

This year’s lineup features an impressive mix of award-winning Taiwanese artists, rising indie musicians and international performers. Headliners include Jam Hsiao, Show Lo, Accusefive, Sun Shu-mei, Hsu Fu-kai, MIXER, Aisa Senda, Chih Siou, Lee Chu-hsin and Chen Yi-no, representing pop, rock, folk and contemporary Taiwanese music.

Adding an international dimension, South Korean rock band ChRocktikal and CNU and Gongchan from K-pop group B1A4 will also perform, highlighting Hualien’s growing role as a cultural destination connecting audiences across Asia.Each festival night carries a unique musical theme, including：Nature & Adventure Night、Youth Power Night、Rock Explosion Night、Asia Wave Night、All-Star Finale.

The festival also showcases seven winning acts from Hualien’s emerging artist competition, giving local musicians the opportunity to share the stage with internationally recognized performers.

Organized by the Hualien County Government, the event reflects the county’s long-term vision of promoting cultural tourism through music while strengthening international exchange. By combining Taiwan’s original music scene with performances from across Asia, organizers hope to position Hualien not only as Taiwan’s summer music capital but also as an emerging destination for international music tourism.

Beyond the concerts, visitors can explore Hualien’s dramatic natural landscapes, indigenous culture, local cuisine and outdoor attractions, making the festival an ideal gateway to experience eastern Taiwan.

With free admission and five consecutive nights of live entertainment beneath the stars, the 2026 Hualien Summer Carnival invites music lovers from Taiwan and around the world to celebrate an unforgettable summer on Taiwan’s spectacular east coast.

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HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang Opens, Marking the Brand’s First Presence in Malaysia

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The Ascott Limited introduces a vibrant integrated stay, events and lifestyle hotel within Sunshine Central, Ayer Itam.

PENANG, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang officially opens its doors today, marking the debut of the HARRIS brand in Malaysia and introducing a vibrant new hospitality, meetings and lifestyle destination in the heart of Ayer Itam.

Located just 30 minutes from the Penang International Airport and within Sunshine Central in Ayer Itam, the hotel offers a strategic Penang address that brings together modern accommodation, meetings and events facilities, direct mall connectivity, and access to retail, dining and lifestyle conveniences, as well as some of Penang’s best-known local attractions. Designed for domestic and international leisure travellers, families, business travellers, groups and event planners, the hotel offers a practical and well-rounded hospitality experience in one of the island’s established local neighbourhoods.

Marking HARRIS’ First Presence in Malaysia

The opening of HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang reflects the growing appeal of Penang as a destination where leisure, food, culture, healthcare, retail and business events meet. With its location near Penang Hill, Kek Lok Si Temple, traditional markets and local hawker food, the hotel provides a convenient base for travellers seeking to experience Penang beyond the usual city-centre stay.

At the same time, its position within Sunshine Central strengthens its relevance for corporate travellers, meeting planners, event organisers and business groups. The hotel is connected to retail and lifestyle facilities, supported by extensive parking within the development, and offers direct access to event spaces suited for corporate meetings, conferences, seminars, weddings, annual dinners and social celebrations.

“The debut of HARRIS in Malaysia is an important milestone for Ascott as we continue to expand our brand portfolio across the country,” said Mondi Mecja, Country General Manager, Ascott Malaysia. “Penang’s strong position as a tourism, healthcare and business events destination makes it an ideal location for the brand’s first Malaysian property. Together with our partners at Sunshine Central, we are excited to introduce a hotel that caters to today’s leisure travellers, families, corporate guests and event organisers in one integrated destination.”

A Stay Designed for Leisure, Business and Group Travel

The hotel features 284 rooms and suites, comprising HARRIS Rooms, HARRIS Suites and HARRIS Family Suites. Its accommodation is designed to support both short stays and group travel, with room options suited for individual travellers, couples, families and guests attending meetings or events. Facilities include Harris Bistro, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, F&B lounge, swimming pool, children’s wading pool, children’s playground, gymnasium and high-speed Wi-Fi, reflecting HARRIS’ energetic and friendly approach to practical hospitality.

Discovering Ayer Itam and Penang’s Local Attractions

For families and leisure travellers, HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang offers an accessible stay option within reach of Ayer Itam’s popular food, retail and cultural experiences. Its proximity to Penang Hill and Kek Lok Si Temple also creates opportunities for weekend stays, family holidays, group itineraries and pre- or post-event leisure visits.

A New Venue for Meetings, Weddings and Events

As one of the newest large-scale event venues in Penang, the pillarless Grand Ballroom, which can host up to 1,000 guests for banquet-style events, making it suitable for weddings, gala dinners, annual dinners and large-scale corporate functions.

The event spaces are designed for flexibility, with adaptable seating layouts, moveable partitions and modern AV capabilities, including integrated LED screens, high-speed Wi-Fi, professional sound and microphone systems, and dedicated AV control support.

With local weddings, company events, meetings and regional business events expected to be key demand drivers, the hotel is positioned as a practical new choice for planners who require accommodation, event space, retail convenience and ample parking access in one connected destination.

Convenience for Medical Travellers and Visiting Families

HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang is also well placed for guests visiting Penang for healthcare-related travel, with access to established hospitals and private medical facilities on the island. Together with its family-friendly accommodation, mall connectivity, dining options, the hotel provides a convenient base for medical travellers and accompanying family members.

Opening Offer

To celebrate its opening, HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang is offering HARRIS Rooms from RM308+ per room per night. Book from now till 31 October 2026, and stay period from 3 July to 31 October 2026. Website for bookings: Reservations and Bookings

Guests may also follow HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang on Facebook at facebook.com/harrissunshinepenang and Instagram at @harris_sunshinepenang for the latest updates and opening highlights.

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About The Ascott Limited

The Ascott Limited (Ascott) is driven by a vision to be the preferred hospitality company, enriching global living with heartfelt experiences. With a portfolio of more than 1,000 properties spanning over 230 cities across more than 40 countries, Ascott’s presence spans Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the USA. Its diverse collection of award-winning brands includes,,,,,,,,,,,, and.

Ascott specialises in managing and franchising a wide range of lodging options, including serviced residences, hotels, resorts, social living properties and branded residences, catering to the varying needs and preferences of global travellers. Through the loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and curated experiences, enhancing every aspect of their travel journey.

As a wholly owned business unit of, Ascott generates fee-related revenue by leveraging its expertise in both lodging management and investment management. It also drives the expansion of funds under management by growing its sponsored and private funds.

For more information on Ascott and its sustainability programme, please visit. Alternatively, connect with Ascott on,, and.

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Stewardship Asia Centre Rebrands as Steward Leadership Institute, Marking a New Chapter in Its Mission to Build Purpose-Driven Leaders

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The rebrand reflects the organisation’s evolution from a convening platform to a fully-fledged institute equipping leaders to create lasting value for organisations, society, and the environment.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Stewardship Asia Centre today announced it has officially changed its name to the Steward Leadership Institute (SLI). The new name and refreshed visual identity reflect the organisation’s growth from a platform for convening conversations on stewardship to an institute that actively equips leaders to make decisions with purpose and create enduring value.

“We are living in the age of the naked economy, where radical transparency has collapsed information asymmetry, and trust has become the ultimate source of competitive advantage. In this environment, only leaders who create genuine value for all stakeholders, not just shareholders, will earn the trust needed to sustain profitable growth. That is what steward leadership is about, and it is what the Steward Leadership Institute exists to build.”

— Rajeev Peshawaria, Chief Executive Officer, Steward Leadership Institute

SLI is a unit within the Temasek Trust ecosystem. The rebrand reflects the maturation of a shared mission to build a better future for every generation. Alongside the new name, SLI is introducing a refreshed visual identity featuring a diamond positioned atop the “I” in the wordmark, symbolising individual ascent and the Institute’s commitment to elevating leaders and the organisations they serve.

All existing programmes, frameworks, engagements, and client agreements remain unchanged. SLI’s team and leadership are unchanged, and all contacts and communications will continue without interruption.

Hashtag: #StewardLeadershipInstitute

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About Steward Leadership Institute

Steward Leadership Institute (SLI) is dedicated to research, education, and advisory on enabling profitable growth by addressing environmental and social challenges. We are part of the Temasek Trust ecosystem with a shared purpose of building a better future for every generation. Temasek Trust is the philanthropic arm of Singapore-based global investor Temasek Holdings.

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THINKCAR Unveils Tyler as the Industry’s First AI Diagnostic Agent at Global Distributors Conference

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SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – The automotive aftermarket faces a technician shortage: only one candidate exists for every four open roles. Today, THINKCAR unveiled Tyler, the industry’s first AI Diagnostic Agent, at its 2026 Global Distributors Conference in Shenzhen, with hundreds of distributors from 30+ countries gathered under the theme “Igniting the Era of AI Diagnostic Agents — AI That Knows. AI That Acts.”

Tyler is an AI Diagnostic Agent that perceives, reasons, acts, and learns with every session. It runs a full diagnostic workflow — from fault capture to repair plan — and predicts future failures before warning lights turn on. The technician keeps working. Tyler handles the rest. Related Tyler videos:

Video 1:Tyler: The AI Diagnostic Agent That Listens, Thinks, and Fixes

Video 2:I Am Tyler — An AI Diagnostic Agent Tells Its Own Story

Built on THINKCAR’s proprietary ThinkLLM, Tyler delivers answers in seconds, backed by 2.4M users, 400K+ daily sessions, and 140+ AI patents.

“Empowering every vehicle, that is the promise of a whole life. The independent repair shop deserves the best tools in the world,” said Ben Tan, Chairman of THINKCAR.

“Tyler does not replace your technicians. It replaces the tools that waste their time,” said Peter, VP of THINKCAR’s Diagnosis Business Center.

Tyler Ships Today. More Products Announced.

The THINKTOOL 394 AI ships with Tyler onboard. Dedicated AI Agent series will follow.

Alongside Tyler, THINKCAR announced:

T394 IMMO — Immobilizer diagnostics

T391 & T391 EV — Next-gen platform with EV capabilities

TPMS Tools — Tire pressure monitoring

Garage Equipment — Expanded maintenance line

Partnership with Solera AutoData
THINKCAR integrated 375,000+ Solera AutoData repair procedures covering 99% of models into Tyler’s workflow.

Conference by the Numbers
Hundreds of distributors from 30+ countries
30 awards across 4 categories: Diamond, Excellent, Outstanding, THINKCAR Star

  1. day program (June 24-27)

Availability
Tyler is available today on THINKTOOL 394 AI. 10-inch series (399, 394 IMMO, T391, T391 EV) expands late 2026. You wrench. Tyler handles the rest. Diagnostics. Assessment. Parts. Prediction. The End-to-end Expert.

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About THINKCAR

THINKCAR is a leading AI-powered automotive diagnostic provider serving 2.4 million users across 215 countries, with products spanning 8 categories including diagnostic tools, TPMS, ADAS calibration, EV diagnostics, and remote service platforms.

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Elm to Showcase Saudi Digital Transformation Model at LEAP East Hong Kong, Eyes APAC Collaboration

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Saudi Arabia’s Elm Company will take part in LEAP East Hong Kong 2026 as Business Solutions Partner, the company has announced, ahead of the event’s opening on 8 July 2026, marking its push to deepen ties with governments, tech ecosystems and businesses across APAC.

Elm Release Photo - 3 July 2026

LEAP East, taking place 8-10 July at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, is co-organised by Tahaluf, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), with the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) as Government Partner. The event marks the flagship technology conference’s first edition outside Riyadh.

Elm powers the national digital infrastructure behind more than 30 million users, operates over 170 large-scale digital projects, and enables more than 2 billion digital transactions annually across the government platforms it builds and runs. The company’s work has contributed to a national government digital service maturity index of 86 percent in 2025, among the highest globally.

The company’s capabilities span artificial intelligence, data analytics, smart cities, digital identity and financial technology, developed through three decades of partnership with the Saudi government across security, health, transport and finance. Elm has also extended the model regionally, with active engagements including compliance and inspection platforms in Oman, national archiving and ERP systems in Jordan, judicial digital transformation in Iraq, and finance sector modernisation in Syria.

Four Elm executives will speak across LEAP East’s flagship stages. Majed Al Otaibi, Chief Government Products Officer, opens on 8 July with a Main Stage fireside chat, “Ambition at Infrastructure Scale: How Saudi Turns Digital Vision into Operational Reality”, running 12:00-12:20pm. Other Elm leaders will address AI in software engineering, growth in emerging digital economies, and smart and sustainable city development across the DeepFest, Ecosystem Xchange and Orbital stages.

Elm’s investment and partnerships teams will participate in the event’s Tech Investor Program, engaging directly with technology companies, institutional investors and startups exploring collaboration or market entry into Saudi Arabia. The company has invested more than USD60 million across 20 companies and completed strategic acquisitions exceeding USD33 million across eight deals, a track record it says underpins its appetite for further partnerships across APAC.

Hashtag: #Elm

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About Elm Company

is a Saudi joint-stock company listed on the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul: 7203), with the Public Investment Fund (PIF) holding the majority stake. Founded in 1988, Elm has evolved into the Kingdom’s foremost digital enabler, serving the public and private sectors with an integrated portfolio of digital solutions spanning artificial intelligence, information security, smart cities, e-government services, healthcare and digital banking.

About LEAP

Launched in Riyadh in 2022, is a global technology conference organised in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones. Over four editions in Riyadh — the most recent in February 2025 — the conference has attracted more than 215,000 attendees and announced over USD 14.9 billion in deals. The fifth edition is scheduled to return to Riyadh from 31 August to 3 September 2026. LEAP East Hong Kong 2026 marks the conference’s first international edition.

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普縉集團：下半年住宅交投料轉審慎 剛性需求撐中小型物業平穩向好

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香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年7月3日 – 本地華資測量師行普縉集團發表《2026年第二季香港地產市場分析》報告，指出儘管2026年上半年環球政局動盪、金融市場波動，香港經濟仍保持穩定增長，受惠於外圍及本地需求增加，以及政府積極推動創新產業和吸引人才，本港樓市表現尤為亮眼，一手及二手市場交投同步重拾活躍，帶動整體樓價止跌回升，住宅租金更已攀升至歷史高位水平。展望下半年，該行預期受多項不確定因素影響，住宅交投氣氛將轉趨審慎，但在人才計劃等剛需支持下，中小型住宅的售價及租金仍有望維持平穩向好。

剛需強勁樓市量價齊升 豪宅物業續受資金青睞
據土地註冊處數據，2026年首5個月整體住宅物業共錄得33,160宗成交，按年上升約44%，總成交金額更按年急升約72%。其中，一手市場在多個新盤持續出現即日沽清及大手買家入市帶動下，首5個月成交達10,556宗，較去年同期的7,187宗上升約47%，涉及金額約1,202億元，按年大增近98%。二手市場成交量及金額亦見同步轉趨活躍，分別按年上升43%及58%。樓價與租金同樣向好，今年5月份整體住宅售價已較去年底上升約7.4%，租金則上升1.8%。

普縉認為，展望下半年，雖然港股偏軟及發展商開價轉趨進取，令市場整體氣氛轉趨審慎，但受惠於大專學位持續增加及各項人才計劃支持，中小型住宅的整體售價及租金預期仍能維持平穩向好。豪宅市場方面，內地買家比例持續上升，5,000萬元以上的豪宅成交已佔市場約三分之二份額。即使國務院於今年6月發布新規收緊內地居民對外投資限制，或為跨境資金帶來短期不確定性，但本港豪宅物業依然備受內地資金青睞，多個豪宅項目呎價更刷新近年高位，預期高端貴重物業後市在稀缺性下仍具支持。

工商舖跌幅收窄 核心甲廈與體驗式商舖展現韌性
至於工商舖市場於上半年已明確回穩，首4個月寫字樓、工廈及商舖價格跌幅較去年顯著收窄，寫字樓租金更逆市微升0.1%。其中，雖然甲廈整體空置率仍高企，但核心區甲廈租金已較去年底回升4.2%，主要受惠於證券及財富管理等金融企業持續擴張，預期核心區空置率將見頂回落。商舖市場則步入結構性轉型，傳統零售逐漸演變成「體驗式據點」，如內地電商於灣仔進駐3萬呎體驗旗艦店即成功引流，反映品牌效應與現場體驗能有效提振實體舖價值，知名機構進駐民生非核心區亦有望改善局部空置情況。

至於工廈市場則面臨結構性轉變，現時本港約有八成工廈樓齡達45年或以上，舊式工廈重建步伐因市況近乎停頓。配合政府五年規劃將創科列為重點，普縉認為在市區成熟配套下提供現代工業及數據中心樓面更具效率，因此建議當局應積極考慮設立針對優化工廈重建的強拍及程序，加快傳統工業區更新，為本港新型工業化提供更堅實基礎。

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Hashtag: #普縉集團 #樓市 #香港樓市

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普縉集團

普縉是香港領先的地產專業服務集團。憑藉於香港逾40年鞏固的根基，集團的專業團隊不斷精益求精，致力於香港、澳門和內地拓展業務，提供高質量的建築及工程設計、建築測量、項目管理、樓宇翻新、改建及加建、土地顧問、物業估值、物業代理、資產顧問和物業管理等專業服務。為滿足客戶需求，集團不斷加強和拓展服務領域，包括新增的規劃及發展和商業估值。憑藉專業優勢和豐富經驗，集團繼續堅守及履行服務承諾，致力讓香港以至亞洲各地的客戶體現美好的理想都市生活。

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Southeast Asia’s First AIGC Creation Ecosystem Platform – Omirol Launched, Partnering with China’s V Valley Industrial Chain to Build a New China–Malaysia AI Landscape

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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – The 2026 Malaysia AI Innovation and Development Exchange Forum and the launch of Omirol, Southeast Asia’s first native AIGC creation ecosystem platform, were successfully held in Kuala Lumpur. The event was jointly organized by FSBM Holdings Berhad, a Bursa Malaysia-listed company, and MOCHI MEDIA SDN. BHD. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, Omirol showcases and MOU signing ceremonies, the forum explored the current development, challenges and future trends of the AIGC industry in Southeast Asia, while providing a platform for regional exchange and cooperation.

From left: Dato'Dr. Hafiz Kahar, Executive Chairman and Group President of Olympia International Group; Ms. Li Chen, President of Hainan Airport Cross-Border Industry Development Co., Ltd.; Mr. Ian Neo Chee Hua, President of the Southeast Asia Research Center for Humanities(SEARCH); Mr. Cheong Chen Khan, Vice Chairman of FSBM Holdings Berhad; Puan Norsham binti Abdul Latip, Deputy Secretary-General (Technology Development), Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), Malaysia; Ms. Zhou Jing, Vice Chairman of the Chian Malanshan Global Expansion Alliance and Chairman of Fuhui Media Group; Ms. Joyin He Jiaying, Founder and CEO of Omirol AI & Mochi Media; Professor Dato' Dr. Hashim Bin Salleh, President of the Kuala Lumpur International Chamber of Commerce; Professor Dr. Loke Chui Fong, Vice Chancellor of Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT); and Mr. Jason Zhang Yaozhi, Chairman of the ASEAN Headquarters of the World Internet of Things Convention, pose for a group photo during the official launch ceremony of the 2026 Malaysia AI Innovation & Development Exchange Forum.
From left: Dato’Dr. Hafiz Kahar, Executive Chairman and Group President of Olympia International Group; Ms. Li Chen, President of Hainan Airport Cross-Border Industry Development Co., Ltd.; Mr. Ian Neo Chee Hua, President of the Southeast Asia Research Center for Humanities(SEARCH); Mr. Cheong Chen Khan, Vice Chairman of FSBM Holdings Berhad; Puan Norsham binti Abdul Latip, Deputy Secretary-General (Technology Development), Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), Malaysia; Ms. Zhou Jing, Vice Chairman of the Chian Malanshan Global Expansion Alliance and Chairman of Fuhui Media Group; Ms. Joyin He Jiaying, Founder and CEO of Omirol AI & Mochi Media; Professor Dato’ Dr. Hashim Bin Salleh, President of the Kuala Lumpur International Chamber of Commerce; Professor Dr. Loke Chui Fong, Vice Chancellor of Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT); and Mr. Jason Zhang Yaozhi, Chairman of the ASEAN Headquarters of the World Internet of Things Convention, pose for a group photo during the official launch ceremony of the 2026 Malaysia AI Innovation & Development Exchange Forum.

The event was officially supported by Malaysia’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI). Deputy Secretary-General (Technology Development) Puan Norsham binti Abdul Latip attended the event and delivered a keynote address, noting that Malaysia is actively supporting innovation in the local digital content industry. She stated that the launch of Omirol, as Southeast Asia’s first native AIGC creation ecosystem platform, demonstrates Malaysia’s leading position in technological innovation in the region. By integrating mature international industrial resources to support the rapid development of local enterprises, technologies and talent, Omirol is highly aligned with Malaysia’s strategic direction in advancing artificial intelligence, the digital economy and the cultural and creative industries, while also offering a new practical pathway for deepening China–Malaysia digital economy cooperation. The event brought together nearly 300 guests, including representatives from BytePlus Malaysia, Vision Tech Singapore, IBM Malaysia, TusStar Malaysia, Telekom Malaysia, Xiamen Airlines, xFusion Technologies Malaysia, Solution Group, China Mobile Malaysia and the Chinese Film Association of Malaysia, etc.

Strategic Partnerships to Build a Regional AIGC Ecosystem

One of the forum’s major highlights was the signing of strategic cooperation agreements between Omirol AI and six organizations, including the Southeast Asia Research Center for Humanities(SEARCH), TAR UMT (Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology), the animated feature film “Nanyang Volunteers”, ZIVO AI and Do Drama. The collaborations cover AI education, content marketing, production, distribution, and ecosystem development.

Among them, the strategic partnership with China’s V-Valley – Malanshan Video Cultural & Creative Industrial Park marked the most significant milestone. Ms. Zhou Jing, Vice Chairman of the Malanshan Global Expansion Alliance and Chairman of Fuhui Media Group, attended the forum in Kuala Lumpur to deliver a keynote speech and sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The agreement officially establishes a long-term strategic partnership between China’s national-level digital cultural industry cluster and Southeast Asia’s first native AIGC ecosystem platform. Both parties will collaborate across digital content creation, AI talent development, industrial resource sharing, and international cultural exchange to accelerate the coordinated development of the China–Malaysia digital creative industry.

Building an Open and Sustainable AI Ecosystem

During her keynote speech, Ms. Zhou Jing noted that Malanshan has rapidly evolved from a leading video content industrial park into one of China’s most important hubs for the integration of digital content and artificial intelligence. The recently established Malanshan Global Expansion Alliance brings together over 30 leading Chinese organizations, including Mango TV, Central South Publishing & Media Group, Hunan International Channel, CBG Tianze, AI technology companies, and international communication institutions, forming a comprehensive ecosystem covering content production, AI technologies, international distribution, and cross-border services. She emphasized that the future competition in AI will not simply be about who owns the most advanced technology, but about who can build an open, collaborative, and sustainable industry ecosystem. With a population exceeding 700 million and rich cultural diversity, Southeast Asia represents one of the world’s fastest-growing digital content markets and an important strategic destination for China’s cultural and creative industries.

Six Key Areas of Collaboration

According to the signed Memorandum of Understanding, Omirol AI and Malanshan will jointly promote practical cooperation across six major initiatives:

  1. China–Malaysia AIGC Joint Training Academy
    Develop AI filmmaking and digital content creation programs with Malaysian universities such as TAR UMT by leveraging Malanshan’s educational resources and industry expertise.
  2. Cross-border Licensed IP Resource Library
    Establish a shared IP ecosystem covering film, animation, tourism, cultural heritage, and digital assets to support AI-generated short dramas, animation, and creative productions.
  3. Technology Integration and AI Infrastructure
    Connect leading Chinese AIGC technologies with the Omirol AI platform, enabling collaboration in computing power, AI models, and content generation technologies to improve production efficiency.
  4. Global Content Distribution Network
    Expand international distribution channels for original Omirol AI content while supporting the localization and commercialization of premium Chinese digital content across Southeast Asia.
  5. China–Malaysia AI Short Drama Competition
    Jointly organize an international AI short drama competition, accompanied by incubation programs and funding initiatives to cultivate globally competitive Southeast Asian IP.
  6. Industry Collaboration & Investment Platform
    Establish regular China–Malaysia AI industry matchmaking events to promote technology exchange, global AIGC OPC community, project collaboration, and cross-border investment between enterprises from both countries.

Omirol AI: Building Southeast Asia’s Native AIGC Creaation Ecosystem

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Ms. Joyin He Jiaying, Founder and CEO of Omirol AI, said:

“Omirol is built to be the infrastructure of Southeast Asia. Our vision goes beyond providing AI tools—we aim to build an open ecosystem connecting creators, universities, enterprises, and industry resources, empowering Southeast Asia to become one of the world’s leading hubs for digital content innovation.” She added that Omirol AI has already integrated with China’s ‘LaiShu Processing’ pilot infrastructure in Shantou and is exploring collaboration with Inspur Information (Shantou) to significantly reduce token costs for Southeast Asian users.

Combined with the joint China–Malaysia technical team established together with FSBM and Malanshan’s mature AIGC industry resources, Omirol AI aims to deliver a fully localized, one-stop

AIGC ecosystem tailored to creators, businesses, and educational institutions across Southeast Asia.

A New Model for Cross-border AI Industry Collaboration

As the global AIGC industry shifts from competition in individual technologies to competition between complete ecosystems, integrated capabilities in AI platforms, content creation, IP commercialization, talent cultivation, and international distribution are becoming the key drivers of long-term competitiveness. Industry observers believe this partnership represents more than a business collaboration—it marks the first systematic integration of China’s mature digital content industry with Southeast Asia’s emerging AI innovation ecosystem. By combining technology, content, talent, and industrial collaboration, China and Malaysia are jointly pioneering a scalable model for international AIGC cooperation that could become a benchmark for the future development of Southeast Asia’s digital creative economy.

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