5 Asia Weekend Reads: From Seoul Summits to Luxury Homes
A quick weekend roundup on Asian politics, real estate, and trends that affect your work and travel
Deep Dive
This weekend's top Asian reads include why the Chinese foreign minister’s trip to South Korea ‘dealt a low blow’ to Seoul, how expat retirees are fueling luxury home demand, rising parental estrangement in Asia, and electrochemist Liu Jiawei’s move.
Key Points
- China’s foreign minister’s Seoul visit could impact trade talks between the two countries
- Retired expats are driving up luxury home prices in Southeast Asia, making housing less affordable for locals
- Aging populations and talent migration are reshaping business and lifestyle trends in Asia
Why It Matters
These stories reveal how politics and spending habits overseas might influence your next vacation, investment, or job opportunity in Asia.