Quick takes

Andrew Phua to lead Singapore Tourism Board’s operations in Greater China

Singapore Tourism Board (STB) Executive Director Andrew Phua will be moving to China to lead STB’s operations in the China, Hong Kong/Macau and Taiwan markets. Effective 16th September 2021, Andrew Phua’s successor in Singapore will be Poh Chi Chuan, the previous ED of the Board’s Technology Transformation Group.

Elsie Cheung to step down as SCMP COO

After 20 years of service, South China Morning Post Chief Operating Officer Elsie Cheung will be leaving the news organisation for personal reasons, effective 30th July 2021. Cheung’s contributions have been “integral to the transformation of the brand” according to SCMP Chief Executive Gary Liu.

Tokyo Olympics to be closed to spectators amid new COVID spikes

Japan has declared a state of emergency in Tokyo from 12th July to 22nd August following a spike in COVID-19 cases. To prevent the unnecessary spread of the Delta-variant, public spectators will not be allowed to attend the Olympic Games.