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JD Fresh gets direct cherry sources from Chilean exporters

China takes up 95% of Chile’s cherry exports.

JD Fresh gets direct cherry sources from Chilean exporters

China takes up 95% of Chile’s cherry exports.

Starbucks Coffee bans disposable cups in Jeju Island

The company has set up 26 return slots for multi-use cups.

Don Don Donki launches new Jonetz store in Malaysia

The store seeks to provide a gourmet trip experience with dishes from various parts of Japan.

Retail Asia commends leading FMCG companies in the region at the FMCG Asia Awards

Over 20 companies were awarded in the inaugural awards programme.

Colgate-Palmolive inks MOU with Shopee to boost e-commerce business

The partnership is aimed at growing Colgate’s digital sales by over 20 times by 2025.

7-Eleven Malaysia ventures to pharmacy business in Indonesia

The proposal is expected to be completed in 2022.

Korea’s first Western-style restaurant shuts down

Its location is expected to be renovated to make way for a haute restaurant complex.

South Korea dominated AliExpress’ Black Friday sales

The volume of parcels shipped to South Korea was the highest amongst all countries.

Weekly News Wrap: Indian salesmen protest against Reliance; Australia’s Coles Group sued over underpayment of staff

And China’s state-owned paper rebukes Canada Goose over alleged consumer law violation.

Aumake and Miniso to launch dual-brand stores in Australia

These stores will sell a variety of household goods and beauty products.

Sharing economy, buying time megatrends gain ground in China

Over 50% of the Chinese consumers engaged in sharing economy in 2019.

­­What are the digital mega trends in China’s e-commerce?

These mega trends include the rise of smart cities and homes, and shifting market frontiers, among others. 

The future of Singapore retail is cross-border trade: Amazon

By 2026, e-commerce exports revenue is expected to skyrocket to $3.5b.

How SMEs can steer clear of the shipping shambles in the peak season 

Demand for air cargo will likely rise at a faster rate than the supply until 2022, UPS said.

Emart24 rolls out emergency detection system in unmanned store

The system can detect customers collapsing or signs of property damage.