Pandemic halts Indonesia’s Omnibus Law designed to revive the real estate market
A wide-ranging Omnibus Law, designed to set the agenda for President Jokowi’s second term, has yet to have the desired impact
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Southeast Asia in recovery, shows promise for the real estate sector
Constituent nations are emerging from the pandemic, with their real estate sectors showing unmistakable signs of life
Bangkok’s towering skyline reveals a glut of supply and numerous postponed project launches
With the 2020 global pandemic accelerating a sluggish trend in its property market, Thailand’s years of strong growth and brisk sales may be over
Myanmar’s potential as a hub for industry supplies a glimmer of hope for real estate
“As many companies may consider switching their manufacturing facilities, existing industrial zones in Myanmar are anticipated to become enticing hotspots for investors”
Phnom Penh’s suburban developments gather steam, slowly capture investors’ interest
Investors looking for a cheaper alternative to the city centre focuses on the suburbs of Phnom Penh
From disastrous bushfires to global pandemic: Australia’s residential market rises from the ashes
The Aussie residential market, hit by some of the worst bushfires in memory, is now coping with the inferno that is a global pandemic
Sri Lanka eyes a revival as the political transition and pandemic cripple the tourism industry
The island nation’s property sector is currently on the ropes as they emerge out of one trough and sink into another
Indonesia’s new regulations could make or break the property sector
Rolled out to slash Indonesia’s excessive red tape, the new set of laws could make or break a stasis in the property sector
Sri Lankan real estate industry welcomes Rajapaksa family’s return to power
Their return to power has stirred visceral emotions: both positive and negative
Thailand revives old law to monitor expats’ whereabouts
The recently revived TM30 immigration may have ruffled some expat's feathers, but many still prefer to stay in the coop
6 places to relish in the charm and culture of Penang
The island destination remains one of Malaysia’s most compelling all-round spots for property speculation
Meet the man behind Thailand’s co-working empire
The entrepreneur behind HUBBA co-working spaces in Bangkok shares his views on Thailand’s startup scene
Year in review: the issues that plague Asian real estate
A turbulent twelve months has taken its toll on property markets, with Hong Kong and Sri Lanka among the worst hit
Qatar survives bother in its backyard
Proving its resilience in the face of a blockade on it by many of its powerful neighbours
Myanmar gets a dose of retail therapy
A boom in retail is giving developers ample reason to splash the cash
Inside Indonesia’s struggle to move its capital
Pressures on Jakarta once again prompt talk of moving the seat of government from north Java
Thailand’s secondary property markets don’t play second fiddle
Chiang Mai and other secondary destinations in the kingdom are beginning to steal some of the limelight from Bangkok
Cambodia’s farewell to Everything But Arms
With the impending loss of EU tariff benefits, the growing economy may find itself derailed, with implications for the property sector
Thundering Vietnamese economy electrifies property seekers
Roaring economy provides boost to sectors ranging from exports and property to tourism and hospitality
Is there still a future in golf for Vietnam?
The speed at which investment is flowing into developing Vietnam as a golf destination raises the question: can golf in Vietnam maintain its swing, or are developers getting ahead of themselves?
Cambodia’s property sector rises above politics
The kingdom's buoyant real estate industry is proof that a seemingly immovable governing dynasty is no hindrance to a market approaching its peak
A tale of two tiers in China
Soaring house prices might have led to cooling measures on the property sector, but the chill was slow to take hold in some secondary destinations
Sihanoukville: 6 top spots in Cambodia’s coast with the most
The rambunctious beach capital is coming into its own as a major player in the nation
2018: the year in secondary property markets
Major cities in Southeast Asia still command the lion’s share of investment in the region, but some familiar — and not so familiar — markets are rapidly coming to the fore