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Institutional investors shore up Travel Food Services’ $234m India IPO
Deal Street Asia
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Indian airport restaurant and lounge operator Travel Food Services’ $234 million IPO was hauled over the finish line on Wednesday by institutional investors as risk-averse retail investors shied away amid US trade deal concerns. The IPO, India’s...
Continental launches EcoContact tyres in Malaysia amid rising demand for fuel...
News Hub Asia
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July 9, 2025
Over the years, Malaysia has seen a rise in demand for fuel-efficient and eco-friendly tyres. In a country where cars play a central role in daily life, Malaysian drivers are increasingly seeking tyres that help reduce fuel consumption and enhance...
PayNet, Alipay+, and Weixin Pay Join Forces to Boost Tourist Spending across Malaysia
The Slovenia Times
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July 9, 2025
Aimed at elevating payment convenience for travellers, the partnership also empowers local MSMEs and strengthens Malaysia's tourism economy through DuitNow QR KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 9 July 2025 - National payments...
China Opens Up to More Tourists as the U.S. Under Trump Closes Itself Off
TIME Magazine
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July 9, 2025
As the U.S. under President Donald Trump increasingly closes itself off from the world, denying entry to tourists amid a crackdown on border controls and migration, its geopolitical rival China, which has long been known for its relative...
Malaysian business delegation meets PM Oli to discuss investment prospects
Khabarhub
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July 5, 2025
KATHMANDU: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli met with a 20-member delegation from the Malaysia–Nepal Business Council at Baluwatar on Saturday. The delegation, led by Pradeep Kumar Kukreja (Dato), Executive Chairman of Malaysia’s Paradise Group, is...
“Still human at the core”: Klook’s Sarah Wan on conscious travel, AI content and future of experiences
WIT
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July 9, 2025
“Still human at the core”: Klook’s Sarah Wan on conscious travel, AI content and future of experiences In an age of algorithmic itineraries and AI influencers, Sarah Wan, General Manager, Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia, of Klook, reminds us...
Could Malaysia be Your Next Home?
Indonesia Expat
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July 9, 2025
If you’re ready for a new international adventure, Malaysia might just be the ideal choice. For British national Andrew Davison, who is a publisher by profession, the remarkable city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is not just where he lives; it is...
Tourism Malaysia promotes VMY2026 through film “Worth The Wait”
The Sun Daily
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Tourism Malaysia is intensifying efforts to position the country as a premier travel destination by leveraging international films, with the latest collaboration being the romantic drama “Worth The Wait”. The initiative is part of...
Agoda Reports Rise in Indian Travel to Southeast Asia as Visa Restrictions Ease Across Region
Macau Business
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July 9, 2025
SINGAPORE, July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The landscape of international travel for Indian passport holders is undergoing a transformation, courtesy the growing trend of relaxed visa policies across Southeast Asia. This shift is not only breaking...
Heathrow Turns Travel into Soundtrack: Jordan Rakei Creates First-Ever Airport-Composed Track
Rus Tourism News
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July 9, 2025
Heathrow Airport has teamed up with Grammy-nominated musician and producer Jordan Rakei to release a groundbreaking new composition made entirely from airport sounds. Titled Music for Heathrow, the track is designed to capture the emotional...
Travel Food Services IPO: Company raises Rs 599 crores from 33 anchor investors
The Economic Times
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July 5, 2025
Mumbai-based Travel Food Services Limited has garnered Rs 599 crore from anchor investors ahead of its initial public offering (IPO) that opens for public subscription on Monday, July 7, 2025. Late Friday, the company informed the exchanges that...
Samenta warns US tariff threatens Malaysia’s SMEs, trade competitiveness
Borneo Post
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July 9, 2025
Ng warns that the move poses a serious threat to Malaysia’s trade competitiveness and industrial base, particularly to export-oriented SMEs, which form the backbone of the manufacturing sector. KUCHING (July 9): The Small and Medium Enterprises...
Enjoy unforgettable journeys with Malaysia Airlines’ limited-time luxury offer
Business Traveller
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July 9, 2025
As part of its ‘Time for Memorable Journeys’ campaign, Malaysia Airlines invites discerning travellers to plan and indulge in exceptional fares from 8 to 21 July 2025, for travel through 31 May 2026. Whether basking in Sydney’s golden light,...
Solo Travel in Southeast Asia: Discover the Best Cities and How to Make the Most of Your Journey
TripZilla
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July 8, 2025
Solo travel is one of the most fulfilling ways to explore the world, and Southeast Asia, with its welcoming cultures, affordability, and diverse experiences, has become a top region for independent travellers. From energetic capitals to slow-paced...
Seven Afghans Detained At KLIA For Using Fake Visas
Bernama
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July 18, 2025
PUTRAJAYA, July 18 (Bernama) -- Seven Afghan nationals have been detained by the Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) for attempting to enter the country using forged visas. In a statement today, AKPS said the individuals were detected in...
Thailand ranked safest holiday destination in the world – Singapore leads in ASEAN
ScandAsia
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July 9, 2025
Crowd of people walking on the market in Chinatown – the Thai people have not stopped wearing masks. Photo: Brostock/Shutterstock Thailand has been ranked the safest holiday destination in the world, according to a new analysis by UK-based...
This S’porean founder built kiosks that refill household products, they’re now in 14 spots
Vulcan Post
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July 18, 2025
Sean Lam had built an extensive career in the fintech industry. Having worked across cybersecurity and risk management at major firms like PwC and Visa, he even went on to start his own fintech startup, Jewel Paymentech—a financial risk technology...
Malaysia ranks 13th in Global Peace Index 2024, score unchanged despite drop from 10th place
Malay Mail
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July 5, 2025
TAWAU, July 5 — Malaysia has been ranked 13th in the Global Peace Index (GPI) this year, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said. He said that, although Malaysia’s position changed from 10th place last year to 13th this year, the...
Proton Saga marks 40 years as Malaysia’s most enduring automotive icon
The Sun Daily
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July 9, 2025
THE Proton Saga celebrates four decades of continuous production in 2025. Since its launch in the 1980s, the Saga has remained a popular choice among Malaysians, especially first-time car buyers and young professionals in search of an affordable,...
TVB Actress Kelly Fu Devours 12 Durians In Malaysia While Co-Star Owen Cheung Struggles With One
Hype Malaysia
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July 9, 2025
It’s not uncommon for people to be put off by the king of fruits, durian. With its pungent smell and spiky outer layer, many find it intimidating. However, it’s often this unique appearance that draws in tourists and foreigners who’ve never...