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Japan recorded 21.5 million foreign visitors in first half of 2025, breaking previous record of 17.78 million in 2024.

Minor Hotels added four new hotel brands. Goldman Sachs buys a Seoul hotel. Kasumigaseki will list on the stock market in Japan.

Thailand's cabinet has moved forward with withdrawing the draft bill for casinos and entertainment complexes. And more hotel development news.

Fairmont Tokyo celebrated its grand opening as the brand's first Japan property, occupying the upper floors of the Blue Front Shibaura tower.

The global hotel industry continues to expand, with IHG celebrating its 50th year in China while Mandarin Oriental plans a $100 million renovation in Hong Kong.

Thailand postpones casino bill debate amid opposition, while major hotel groups including IHG, Accor, and BWH expand across India.

Accor joins hotel groups across Asia in expanding their portfolios in Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, India, and Japan.

Hilton has opened its 100th Hilton Garden Inn in Greater China and plans to expand into cities like Shanghai, Tianjin, Chengdu, Suzhou, and tourist destinations such as Zhangjiajie and Huangshan by 2025.

IHG Hotels and Resorts is expanding aggressively in Vietnam and India, aiming to significantly grow its luxury, premium, and midscale hotel portfolios across key destinations.

Marriott's St. Regis brand has opened its 60th global property, The St. Regis on the Bund, Shanghai, offering luxury accommodations, butler service, and multiple dining and wellness amenities.