Quick takes

Optimism soars in Hong Kong

Mix Meetings summarises some of the key events set to be hosted in Hong Kong beginning in March including the Clockenflap music festival and the Rugby Sevens. Of course, March and April are also high season months for trade shows in Hong Kong.

Macau’s casinos promise to invest in other activities

Also on the plus side, Macau’s gaming companies have promised to invest US$15 billion over the next ten years to boost non-gaming activities including a range of business events.

China’s opening may be bumpy

Over TTG Asia, Karen Yue highlights just a few of the challenges ahead as China throws open its borders and potentially millions of people try to travel into and out of the country.