China

Alibaba’s Taobao and Tmall Group bags win for top innovative campaign at Retail Asia Awards 2025

Alibaba’s “Taobao Uglies Award “demonstrated a strong marketing campaign that speaks to the heart of young Chinese consumers.

MINISO takes home two accolades at Retail Asia Awards 2025

The company’s launch of the world’s first MINISO LAND in Shanghai and its interest-driven innovation were recognised by the awards programme.

JD Super expands meat imports through new global partnerships

It aims to bring top international meat brands to the Chinese market.

Yum China increases share buyback to $510m for H2 2025

This is a 42% increase from the $360m planned in H1.

Lazada announces $100m annual investment in affiliate programme

Affiliate marketing drives 20% of Southeast Asia’s online sales.

Alibaba credits AI-driven strategy for strong growth

AI-related products posted triple-digit growth

JD.com launches major initiative to support 60,000 new products

It aims to help these products achieve RMB1m in annual sales

JD Super partners with Ding Fong to supply frozen durian to China

Ding Fong will supply 2,500 tonnes of frozen Thai durians to China.

Mainland China remains POP MART's largest market

It reported a total revenue of $1.79b in 2024.

Zara opens new flagship store in Nanjing, China

The store features the brand's first Zacaffe coffee shop concept outside of Spain.

China to keep ruling global e-commerce market

The country’s massive production output benefits its e-commerce platforms.

JD.com imports one million Dutch tulips to China

It will be stored at JD Logistics before distribution.

JD.com named UEFA Champions League’s e-commerce innovation partner

It will offer exclusive football merchandise, discounts, and prizes.