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Tourism functionality was integrated from the earliest planning stages, transforming the structure into a travel destination offering sightseeing elevators, glass walkways, cafes inside cable towers, and bungee jumping.

The regulations ban food processing outside approved preparation areas and forbid outsourcing production to third parties, steps designed to close loopholes that allowed vendors to operate informally.

Complementing the JV, a wholly owned subsidiary has signed a 20-year master development agreement, securing exclusive rights to develop and operate the Burger King brand across mainland China.

The relaunch fills a critical gap left after TAAG suspended its previous Beijing service during the COVID-19 pandemic, strategically pivoting to Guangdong’s provincial capital.

This pipeline, part of 1,400+ hotels open or under development across 200+ cities, demonstrates IHG’s five-decade commitment to diverse, high-quality hospitality.

By harnessing Alibaba’s sophisticated visual “Wan” model, eateries upload existing images or clips to birth captivating 3D tours, thoughtfully eliminating hefty expenses and timelines tied to professional shoots while sparking higher bookings and footfall seamlessly.

Unlike earlier trials limited to lab environments, this groundbreaking showcase featured service robots operating in real hotel spaces—delivering amenities, guiding guests, and interacting within active lobbies.

A syndicate of banks is reportedly arranging a US$1.4 billion loan to support Boyu’s acquisition and planned expansion.

Joey Wat, Yum! China’s CEO, emphasized the company’s strategy of targeting both expansion and operational excellence.