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Mei Ling Tan

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Mei Ling Tan

Mei Ling Tan is the Editor of Retail News Asia, where she leads the editorial team in delivering in-depth coverage of Asia’s dynamic retail landscape. With over a decade of experience in business journalism, Mei Ling is known for her sharp analysis, deep industry insights, and commitment to uncovering the stories behind Asia’s most innovative retail brands. Before joining Retail News Asia, Mei Ling held senior reporting roles at regional business publications, covering everything from consumer trends to digital transformation in retail. A graduate of the National University of Singapore with a degree in Communications and New Media, she combines journalistic integrity with a strong understanding of evolving market forces. Outside the newsroom, Mei Ling is a frequent speaker at industry panels and a mentor for young journalists. She’s passionate about the intersection of technology, culture, and commerce—and believes the future of retail in Asia will be defined by bold ideas and boundary-pushing entrepreneurs.

Stories by Mei Ling Tan

e commerce apps, amazon, temu, shein, alibaba, versus concept
General
4 min read

10 Ways to Save Money Using Free Apps and Online Tools

Saving money doesn’t always mean giving up the things you enjoy. Whether you’re shopping online, streaming your favorite content, or exploring digital entertainment such as Jili games, making smarter financial choices can help you get more value from your…

Durian 1 min
Food
2 min read

Thriving Live Commerce: TikTok Boosts Thai Durian Sales by Tenfold

In a collaborative effort, TikTok and Thailand’s Department of Internal Trade have drastically elevated durian sales on TikTok Shop, underscoring live commerce as a significant conduit for Thai agricultural commodities. The initiative led to a tenfold surge…

luxury furniture
General
6 min read

How Better Product Visuals Are Changing Furniture Retail in Asia

A customer in Jakarta sees a sofa on a marketplace at lunchtime, saves it, compares finishes on the brand’s website that evening, visits a showroom on the weekend to sit on it, then buys it online the following week from her phone on the commute home. Five…