Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) is moving forward with an ambitious tourism megaproject targeting up to US$22.6 billion in investment — notably excluding casinos from its development blueprint. The EEC, spanning key provinces such as Chonburi, Rayong and Chachoengsao, has long been positioned as Thailand’s flagship infrastructure and investment corridor, anchored by upgrades to U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport and high-speed rail connectivity.
According to analysts at JPMorgan Chase, the ultimate verdict on Macau’s February performance will hinge on “tail demand” following the Chinese New Year (CNY) holiday. While Golden Week delivered solid visitor momentum, the key question is whether demand sustains into the latter half of the month — a critical factor in determining whether February is considered a true success for Macau’s concessionaires.
The MRP Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of City of Dreams Manila, has funded the redevelopment of Caloocan’s People’s Park, advancing a broader green space initiative in Metro Manila. In a densely populated urban environment where accessible parks are limited, the project enhances community infrastructure while reinforcing the resort’s long-term social commitment beyond Entertainment City.
In 2026, the global Integrated Resort (IR) industry isn’t just observing Singapore — it’s recalibrating against it.
Singapore recorded approximately 1.5 million visitor arrivals in January, marking an 8% year-on-year decline. The drop was primarily attributed to weaker arrivals from mainland China and Indonesia — traditionally two of Singapore’s most significant inbound markets. The softer start to the year reflects shifting travel patterns, currency considerations and seasonal timing factors around Lunar New Year.
Author: Janice Chew • Tuesday, 24/02/2026
