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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.
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As platinum gains popularity in India, the Platinum Guild India expects to see the number of outlets going up from 800 now to over 1200 by March 2016. Vaishali Banerjee, India Manager of Platinum Guild India, told that within a short span, India has become…
Last month, Jakarta celebrated its 488th anniversary. The capital, which was established by Indonesian national hero, Fatahillah, in 1527, is definitely getting old. But despite being home to more than 10 million people, the city never slows down. New…
India has bounced back and is confidently growing in the luxury markets as other BRIC countries struggle to gather pace, says Deloitte’s annual Global Powers of Luxury Goods report. By the end of last fiscal, world’s 100 largest luxury goods companies had…
Two of Japan’s largest retail businesses are eyeing a “comprehensive business alliance” according to Japanese news reports. A strategic relationship currently under discussion could see a range of mutually beneficial co-operations spanning physical stores and…
Dark Horse the unique Singaporean vintage clothing retail concept, is holding a grand opening of its pop up store tomorrow, (August 1). Dark Horse Vintage offers a comprehensive range of “vintage treasures” hand-picked from abroad. Each piece has its own…
Hong Kong listed Chinese mall owner Hang Lung Group has reported a three per cent rise in turnover in the first half of 2015. The group said revenue reached HK$4.893 billion, with rental turnover up eight per cent to HK$4.148 billion. Property sales income…
The world’s largest convenience store operator has confirmed the signing of a master franchisee in Vietnam and now plans 1000 stores over the next decade. 7-Eleven Vietnam will be a partnership between the Japanese-headquartered US subsidiary and a new…
A new player in Singapore’s online grocery market – honestbee – is set to bring a unique approach and ramp up the competition. Jonathan Low, co-founder of the new concept, describes honestbee as “an Instacart-like service which assigns a freelance runner to…
Star-gazers – those who focus on the celebrities, that is – now have an app they can use to find fashion matching what their idols are wearing. A Hong Kong startup has launched an app called Goxip which uses social media, photo recognition technology and news…
Hypermart chain Prince Philippines says it will open four new stores before the end of this year. Prince Hypermart says the new stores will be in Visayas and Mindanao and will take its network to 28, all located in provincial areas where the company has…
Laucala Island, the luxurious private island resort located in the Fijian Pacific archipelago, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christoph G. Ganster as its new Managing Director commencing July 2015. Austrian born and veteran of the luxury…
Vietnam retail sales growth reach 8.3 per cent in the first half of this year, according to government data. In the first seven months of this year, the private sector accounted for 85.6 per cent of total retail sales, earning $73.4 billion or a year-on-year…
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