DigiPlus Interactive Corp. (Philippines) has agreed to subscribe to convertible notes worth HK$1.6 billion (roughly US$206 million) in International Entertainment Corp. (IEC), the Hong Kong-listed parent company of New Coast Hotel Manila. Upon full conversion of the notes, DigiPlus would secure approximately a 53.89 % controlling interest in IEC — effectively taking control of the land-based resort asset.
Far East Consortium (FEC) has publicly detailed its restructuring agreement with Star Entertainment Group, clarifying how asset swaps, loan advances and earn-out mechanisms will play out as part of a major shift in their Australian resort joint ventures.
Okada Manila marked the start of its holiday celebrations on 14 November 2025 with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and the grand opening of its Christmas Carnival at The Fountain Foyer, bringing together VIP guests, media personalities and influencers for an evening filled with performances and festive décor.
The diplomatic temperature between China and Japan surged sharply after Sanae Takaichi — Japan’s prime minister — suggested in parliament that a Chinese attack on Taiwan could constitute a “situation threatening Japan’s survival” and might warrant a military response. In response, China’s foreign ministry and its diplomatic posts issued a rare travel advisory urging Chinese citizens to avoid travelling to Japan “in the near term,” citing deteriorating safety conditions and provocative remarks by Japanese leaders.
On 17 November 2025, Sands China officially unveiled its “Sands Responsible Gaming Academy” as part of its broader Sands China Academy talent-development platform. The launch ceremony included the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with University of Macau to strengthen cooperation in research, training and localised practices in responsible gaming. The new academy becomes one of eight specialised colleges under the Sands China Academy, indicating the company’s renewed commitment to embedding responsible gaming education across its workforce and community.
Author: Janice Chew • Wednesday, 19/11/2025
