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Chinese Government calls for greater investment in spectator sport

The Chinese Government has called for more investment in spectator sport, urging financial institutions to support the sector in order to help boost the economy and “promote…

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Apr 26, 2025 Events / Government / Sport / Venues /

 
 

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre marks its 20th Anniversary with sustainability and community partnership campaign

Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre is marking its 20th anniversary with the launch of KLCC Connects – a new, long-term campaign that unites its sustainability actions and…

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Apr 26, 2025 Environment / Events / Venues /

 
 

PATA report explores workforce gaps and evolving human capital in tourism industry in the Asia Pacific

Exploring workforce gaps, youth readiness and solutions for building a resilient tourism industry across the Asia Pacific region, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has released a…

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Apr 25, 2025 Education / Events / Hospitality / Tourism / Venues /

 
 

Japan Airlines unveiled as official supplier for World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025

Japan Airlines (JAL) has been announced as an official World Athletics supplier for the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25. The WCH Tokyo 25, taking place from 13th to 21st September,…

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Apr 25, 2025 Events / Marketing / Sport /

 
 

Marathon events have significant economic impact on the cities where they runĀ 

Marathons have a profound economic and cultural impact on their host communities, according to the Marathons 50 2025 report. The first-of-its-kind research, from leading brand valuation…

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Apr 24, 2025 Events / Finance / Recreation / Sport /

 
 

Hyrox opens bidding for cities to host 2026/27 World Championships

Mass participation fitness challenge, Hyrox, has announced that for the first time it is inviting cities across the world to bid to host the Hyrox World Championships. Hyrox has now…

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Apr 24, 2025 Events / Fitness /

 
 

Live Nation acquires Japanese concert promoter Hayashi International

USA-based entertainment giant Live Nation has announced its acquisition of Hayashi International Promotions (HIP), one of Japan’s largest concert promoters. HIP, which promotes both…

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Apr 23, 2025 Entertainment / Events / Venues /

 
 

Cricket Australia and ICC support funding for exiled Afghanistan women’s cricketers

Cricket Australia has joined the International Cricket Council (ICC) to provide monetary assistance and coaching to displaced Afghanistan women's cricketers. Afghanistan had 25…

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Apr 23, 2025 Culture / Education / Events / Finance / Sport /

 
 

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