The Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia has signed a non-binding agreement with Talaat Moustafa Group Saudi for Real Estate Development. The partnership intends to explore mixed-use property opportunities across the asset portfolio of the wealth fund. This initiative directly supports the newly launched urban development and livability ecosystem within the strategic 2026-2030 roadmap of the sovereign fund.
Abu Dhabi has announced a 1.7 billion US dollar investment to build the world's second Sphere entertainment venue on Yas Island. Expected to open by the end of 2029, the high-tech 20,000-capacity structure will host concerts, live sports and immersive cultural exhibitions. The project forms part of a wider strategy to diversify the economy and establish the emirate as a premier global tourism destination.
Marriott International is set to transform Lima’s hospitality sector with two major luxury hotel conversions by 2028. The Ritz-Carlton will debut in Miraflores while a new JW Marriott will open in the San Isidro business district. These developments highlight Lima’s rising status as a premier global destination and reflect Marriott’s continued investment in high-end tourism across South America.
Ayala Land is launching its "Next Wave" of developments in Cebu with three new mixed-use estates. Seagrove, Gatewalk, and South Coast City will cover over 50 hectares combined across Mandaue, Lapu-Lapu, and Cebu City. These projects focus on eco-tourism, retail, and entertainment. They are designed to meet the growing demand for commercial space and modern urban living as the regional economy continues to expand rapidly.
Global-Estate Resorts, Inc. (GERI), a subsidiary of Megaworld, is set to turn over P11 billion worth of projects this year. The deliveries include residential units and commercial lots across several provinces in the Philippines, including Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and Aklan. This move follows sustained demand for integrated tourism and leisure townships located outside Metro Manila as buyers seek a blend of nature and modern convenience.
Marriott International has launched its City Express brand in the Asia Pacific region with the opening of two hotels in Osaka, Japan. The City Express by Marriott Shin-Imamiya and City Express by Marriott Osaka Namba South offer 243 rooms combined. These properties aim to provide affordable, high-quality stays for travelers. Located near major transport hubs, they offer easy access to Osaka’s famous shopping and dining districts.
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