Connect with us
//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

Properties

Hong Kong Green Building Week 2016

Published

on

The Hong Kong Green Building Week (HKGBW) has been a well-received campaign since its launch in 2013.

This year, the Construction Industry Council (CIC) and the Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) again co-organised the HKGBW to boost public awareness of the development of green buildings and construction, as well as the green lifestyle. The Launching Ceremony of HKGBW 2016 was held atHarbour City in Tsim Sha Tsui today.

Internet celebrities Hay WONG, Smiling Boris and Ah Sing, who also starred in the HKGBW 2016 promotional videos, took a selfie with Mr WONG Kam-sing, GBS, JP, Secretary for the Environment, and all the guests.

The fourth year of the campaign saw continuous support from the Environment Bureau and participation from a number of NGOs, social enterprises, corporations and organisations , with a series of exciting events taking place from 31 August to 17 September. At today’s Launching Ceremony, the officiating guests Mr WONG Kam-sing, GBS, JP, Secretary for the Environment, Sr CHAN Ka-kui, BBS, JP, Chairman of the CIC, and Mr CHEUNG Hau-wai, SBS, Chairman of the HKGBC together encouraged the public to join the HKGBW 2016.

Source link

Continue Reading

Properties

Thais Will Still Buy UK Property Even If Britain Leaves the EU

Published

on

Thai property consultants say Thais will still buy UK property even if Britain votes to leave the European Union in a referendum on Thursday.

Phanom Kanjanathiemthai, Knight Frank Chartered managing director, says a Brexit may temporarily affect market sentiment, but won’t have a “significant effect on property prices.”

High rental returns of up to 10% and investment gains should continue in London. Thai investors have shown tremendous interest in London property in recent years.

With Brexit in the spotlight, the U.K.’s property market appears to be at a standstill, as investors await the results of Thursday’s vote.

While the market is softening, Mr. Phanom says this doesn’t necessarily translate to lower prices. If the U.K. does decide to exit the EU, the pound would weaken and offer a great opportunity for foreign buyers to take advantage of lower prices.

Savills, Knight Frank and Jones Lang LaSalle expect property in the U.K. to remain attractive to affluent buyers. Prices for residential property in central London are projected to grow by 19-21% between now and 2020. Attractive areas in outer London are expected to grow 18-22%.

British properties are popular amongst Thais, particularly those in London. More than 80% of properties in the U.K. are purchased for children who are studying in the London area at Imperial College, King’s College and University College London.

The Knight…

The investor looking to put money into Real Estate in China ought to positively take into account the financial and political background and legal frame supplied by various publications. Almost all the massive fund companies have a fund that is designed for publicity to the growth of Real Estate in China and other Asian countries.

In the years leading up to the 2008 financial crisis, the real estate sector in China was growing so rapidly that the government implemented a series of policies – including raising the required downpayment for some property purchases, and five 2007 interest rate increases – due to concerns of overheating.

Read the complete story here

Continue Reading

Asean

Medical tourism strains health systems in Asian countries

From hip replacements to hysterectomies, southeast Asian countries have seen a rapid growth in medical tourism, with about two million international patients a year seeking bargains there. But according to the World Health Organization (WHO), medical tourism is leading to some highly skilled specialists, as well as other trained medical staff, leaving public health facilities for private ones Thailand Business News

Published

on

Bangkok HospitalFrom hip replacements to hysterectomies, southeast Asian countries have seen a rapid growth in medical tourism, with about two million international patients a year seeking bargains there. But according to the World Health Organization (WHO), medical tourism is leading to some highly skilled specialists, as well as other trained medical staff, leaving public health facilities for private ones
Thailand Business News

Originally posted here:
Medical tourism strains health systems in Asian countries

Continue Reading

Asean

Thailand ICT Market to Gain Momentum in 2011

In 2011, the Thailand information and communications technology (ICT) market will be shaped by advancements in social media, greater acceptance of smartphones, and increased demands for data services for both fixed and wireless communications, according to the annual International Data Corporation’s (IDC) predictions report for the Thailand ICT market. Thailand Business News

Published

on

Pantip Plaza BangkokIn 2011, the Thailand information and communications technology (ICT) market will be shaped by advancements in social media, greater acceptance of smartphones, and increased demands for data services for both fixed and wireless communications, according to the annual International Data Corporation’s (IDC) predictions report for the Thailand ICT market.
Thailand Business News

Read more here:
Thailand ICT Market to Gain Momentum in 2011

Continue Reading