Leading global and domestic brands, including industrial giants Volkswagen and BYD, are showcasing their latest models at the ongoing Auto Shanghai event. Among the domestic brands participating in the show, SAIC unveiled its new model, the “Shangjie”, which was developed in collaboration with Huawei and integrates Huawei’s smart driving systems. Leading NEV startups Nio, XPeng, and Li Auto are also rolling out new models at this year’s show, continuing to target the booming all-electric SUV segment. Among them, Nio’s sub-brand ONVO is drawing attention with the launch of its flagship SUV L60. Foreign brands are also bringing major highlights in the EV and hybrid sectors. BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi are each…

Feld Entertainment Inc., the worldwide leader in live touring family entertainment, announced its newest production of Disney On Ice! This tour will launch in Orlando, FL at Kia Center, playing August 29-31, 2025. During the 2025-26 season, the tour will play 36 cities, including Miami, Atlanta, Baltimore, Newark, Philadelphia, Chicago, Montreal, Dallas, and Houston. The magical adventure begins with a tap on the Magical MousePad, ushering you and your family on an unforgettable journey through Disney stories featuring over 50 of your favourite characters. Disney On Ice showcases world-class figure skating, high-flying aerial acrobatics, dazzling special effects, engaging interactive moments, and enchanting music, leaving the audience awestruck and sparking new…

The agreement between Malaysia and China to prolong their reciprocal visa-free travel arrangement for a further five years is a major boost to bilateral relations and tourism.  Following the signing of 31 memoranda of understanding (MOUs), including the agreement exempting China from visa requirements, during Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Malaysia, this decision was made public. Key Details of the Extension Impact on Tourism and Economy The visa-free policy has already shown positive results. In the first quarter of 2025, nearly one million Chinese tourists visited Malaysia, reflecting the success of the initiative. The continued visa exemption is expected to further boost tourism, enhance people-to-people exchanges, and strengthen…

At its 137th session, China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) continues to demonstrate its capacity to respond swiftly to evolving global consumer trends. With its broad product range and competent pool of suppliers, the Fair offers overseas buyers an efficient, one-stop platform to source tailored solutions for emerging lifestyle demands, such as the growing glamping economy in North America and Europe. Glamping, short for “glamorous camping,” caters to younger generations who value outdoor escapes without compromising comfort. This market is evolving beyond tents and sleeping bags to a large, fancy tent with additional items that blend luxury with nature. Whether for portable appliances or smart outdoor gear, the Canton Fair connects trend-driven buyers…

The Labour Day holiday continues to be a peak travel period for many destinations in the Asia-Pacific region, with holiday-makers from Japan, Vietnam and the Chinese mainland seizing longer holiday public breaks for domestic or overseas getaways. Meanwhile, travellers from South Korea, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore and Thailand can enjoy a long weekend by combining the public holiday with annual leave. Asia Tops the Charts, with Evolving Taste for Nature-based Alternative Accommodation According to Trip.com Group’s latest booking data, Asia-Pacific travellers are exhibiting a stronger interest in travelling closer to home this Labour Day holiday—be it domestically or regionally. The top five cross-border destinations include Japan, China, South Korea, Thailand and Malaysia. Overall, Asia-Pacific key markets have seen close to triple-digit growth for domestic travel, and strong double-digit growth in cross-border travel this…