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Accor opened its 800th hotel in Greater China as Vietnam's hotel market gains ground on rivals like Phuket across Asia. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.

Radisson Hotel Group and MBD Group announced a long-term strategic partnership under a master franchise agreement to aid the growth of RHG’s luxury and lifestyle brands across India. Plus other hotel news.

Choice Hotels launches MainStay Suites in Australia with seven hotels planned, marking the brand's first expansion outside North America. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.

Choice Hotels International is expanding in China, announcing a distribution and franchise agreement with SSAW Hotels & Resorts Group.

India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, and Japan lead this quarter’s hotel construction pipeline in the APEC region. China doesn’t make an appearance.

Luxury hotels in Bangladesh are facing a nearly 90% drop in guests and significant financial losses due to unrest, curfews, and travel warnings, with near-zero bookings reported for late July and August.

Six Senses Kyoto, the brand's first urban hotel in Japan, has opened in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, featuring 81 rooms and suites, a spa with unique treatments, and diverse dining options.

Japan's hotel industry experienced significant growth in 2023, achieving top global tourist destination status, with a rebound in foreign visits and high investment despite not reaching 2019 levels.

Minor International said they expect foreign tourist arrivals to Thailand to exceed 34 million, ahead of the government’s forecast.

China's hotel industry saw a significant year-over-year increase in RevPAR, up 58.1% compared to a decline in the previous year. Hong Kong's tourism sector experienced a gradual recovery, with August visitor arrivals reaching 84% of pre-pandemic levels. Wharf Hotels introduced Maqo, a new premium lifestyle brand, expanding its portfolio and aligning with its "25 by 2025" growth vision. Maqo's inaugural hotel will be in Changsha, China, and it aims to provide unique, edited experiences for its guests.