AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDelivery Backlash: South Korea’s Coupang Eats faces growing pushback after expanding free delivery to general members, with critics warning costs may flow into higher commissions, ads and lower rider pay. Food Safety & Fire: A Chinese restaurant blaze in New York’s Midwood sent three firefighters to hospital and triggered hazmat response over lithium-ion batteries. Halal Tourism Push: The Philippines is doubling down on Muslim-friendly travel, highlighting halal dining, accommodations and cultural readiness as it climbs global Muslim travel rankings. Market Watch: India’s ASCI reports a 21% jump in ad complaints in FY2025-26, with food & beverages among the top violative categories. Hospitality Expansion: IHG opens two ANA Holiday Inn properties in Japan—Kobe Sanda and Tosu—adding full-service options in new cities. Beverage/Brand Milestone: New Zealand’s Speight’s marks 150 years, selling about 1 million litres weekly. Restaurant Culture: A Chinese chain in China offers refunds after admitting its lamb skewers weren’t “properly grilled,” sparking debate on customer-feeling-first refunds.
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