Hong Kong's HK$40 million Performing Arts Expo (HKPAX), set for October 2026, has cut ticket prices and diversified programming. New leadership aims to attract attendees and boost the city's cultural image amid a tough global economy, maintaining delegate expense coverage.
BJP state president Samik Bhattacharya has strongly condemned the act of throwing eggs, stating it is not the party's culture and urged members to refrain from such activities to protect the party's image.
SCMP's weekly Asia report features a story on Malaysian tourists facing backlash in China for mocking locals, and mentions a fatal school shooting in the Philippines, among other highlights.
Malaysian tourists are facing backlash in China for filming strangers and calling locals "smelly" and disrespectful. Videos posted on TikTok, though later deleted, went viral on Malaysian social media, sparking debate on travel etiquette and national image.
A global survey shows the US's international image has declined under President Trump, falling behind Russia and China in perception rankings, citing concerns over tariffs, military actions, and strained alliances.
