SINGAPORE, Nov. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled a selection of five must-do road trips across Asia. The routes offer travelers a chance to explore the continent's diverse landscapes and cultures. From Thailand's famous and scenic Mae Hong Son loop to other captivating routes, these journeys promise unforgettable experiences for road trip enthusiasts. Agoda's curated list includes some of the most picturesque and culturally rich routes in Asia, ea

BANGKOK, Nov. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Exhibition Industry Summit 2024, the first exclusive event held by Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization) or TCEB, was a major success. Executives of leading exhibition organisations from Europe and Asia expressed strong confidence in Thailand's potential and readiness to become the preferred exhibition destination. The executives attributed their confidence to the Thai government's clear policy to promote the exhibition in

BEIJING, Nov. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: On Thursday, Chinese President Xi Jinping extended congratulations to Donald Trump on his election as president of the United States. Xi noted that stable, sound and sustainable China-US relations serve both countries' shared interests and meet the aspirations of the international community. He expressed the hope that the two sides will uphold the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperati

South Korean stocks opened lower on Monday, as investors sat on the sidelines over policy uncertainties under the incoming Trump administration. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index fell 12.6 points, or 0.49 percent, to 2,548.55 in the first 15 minutes of trading. In Seoul, top tech giant Samsung Electronics moved down 2.11 percent, and No. 2 chipmaker SK hynix shed 1.8 percent. Top battery maker LG Energy Solution, on the other hand, increased 8.91 percent. Top steelmaker Posco Holdi

North Korea's Under-17 Women's World Cup-winning footballers received a heroes' welcome back in the capital Pyongyang, AFP footage showed on Sunday, with hundreds of people on the streets to celebrate their success. They had defeated Spain on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the U17 World Cup final in the Dominican Republic a week ago. Remarkably it was the second global title in two months for secretive North Korea -- largely closed off to the outside world -- they also lifted the

Hopes for a decisive breakthrough in the monthslong medical stalemate are rising as the consultation body intended to join the Yoon Suk Yeol administration, rival parties and the medical circle for talks is set to launch Monday morning, a day after a major leadership change in the Korean Medical Association. The body's launch comes after ruling People Power Party Chair Han Dong-hoon proposed in September the formation of a four-way consultative body in an attempt to resolve the ongoing medi

Korean shipbuilders are raising hopes to expand their presence in the US, following President-elect Donald Trump’s call for more bilateral cooperation in the shipbuilding sector. According to Seoul’s presidential office, President Yoon Suk Yeol and Trump had a 12-minute phone call Thursday morning after Trump won a second nonconsecutive presidential term. After exchanges of congratulations and gratitude, Trump specifically mentioned Korea’s shipbuilding capabilities and the US&

BEIJING, Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: The 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE), the world's first import-themed national-level expo, being held in Shanghai from Nov. 5 to 10, is seeing its "circle of friends" continuously expanding, playing a more and more important role in international procurement, investment promotion, cultural exchange, and open cooperation. International attendees to the event told People's Daily that CIIE's upgrades and expan

HANOI, Vietnam, Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The One Destination officially announced an investment agreement with Singapore's Terne Holdings, a multi-sector investment group, and BTS Bernina Private Equity Fund, an Asia-focused regulated mutual fund. Under the agreement, the joint venture arrangement of BTS and Terne Holdings will hold a 30% stake in The One Destination. The One Destination is the developer of the Haus Da Lat project. The company is a leader in developing ESG r

Starbucks Korea will open a new outlet this month, just 1.4 km away from North Korea. The store will be located on the second floor of the observatory at Aegibong Peace Ecopark in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province. Aegibong, a 154-meter peak, offers a direct view of North Korea’s Kaepung County and Songaksan. Since the park’s opening in 2021, the observatory has drawn large crowds. Last year, almost 140,000 tourists visited the park to catch a glimpse of North Korea. The ecopark features an o

Global pop star Dua Lipa is launching special merchandise pop-up stores for fans as part of promotions for her ongoing world tour "Radical Optimism" -- including one in Seoul. The pop-up store will offer exclusive tour merchandise that won't be available at the concert venues, and American Express cardholders will receive exclusive entry and perks. Additionally, limited-edition Puma Speedcat shoes will be available for purchase at the stores in Seoul, Singapore, and Tokyo. The Seo

South Korean stocks opened sharply higher, tracking overnight gains on Wall Street, after the US Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-percentage point. The Korean won also sharply gained against the greenback. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index added 25.57 points, or 1 percent, to 2,590.2 in the first 15 minutes of trading. The rate cut marked the second consecutive reduction following a 50-basis-point cut in September. The move came after Republican flag

The US Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-percentage point on Thursday, marking the second consecutive reduction following a jumbo 50-basis-point cut in September. After the two-day Federal Open Market Committee meeting, the central bank announced the decision to reduce the rate to the 4.50 to 4.75 percent range. It came after Republican flag-bearer Donald Trump won in Tuesday's presidential election over Vice President Kamala Harris. In a press release, the Fe

Pink muhly at Hueree The Pink Muhly Festival is running at Hueree Park on Jeju Island through Nov. 17. Relish in the shining pink muhly grass -- a tall, flowering variety known for its mauve-hued inflorescences. Admission costs 13,000 won for adults with discounts available for those younger and those participating in group tours. For more information, go to hueree.com. Autumn colors at Hwadam The Autumn Colors Festival is taking place at Hwadam, a botanical garden bursting with fall f

SINGAPORE, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For travelers seeking some special travel experiences before the year ends, digital travel platform Agoda highlights a selection of cultural festivals taking place around Asia in the final months of 2024. Each event offers travelers a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in local traditions and celebrations. Agoda invites travelers to explore the diverse cultural landscapes of Asia through its curated list of festivals. From the lights of