upcoming keynote speakers for the 2025 IHIF Asia Conference announced: DBS and Booking.com set to deliver their presentations.
The International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) Asia is set to return to Hong Kong from September 17-19, 2025, at the Regent Hong Kong[1]. This year's event promises an engaging programme filled with insights and strategies for informed investment deals in the hospitality market.
The keynote speakers at IHIF Asia 2025 are Dr. Mo Ji, Managing Director and Chief China/HK Economist at DBS, and Anthony Lu, Regional Director North & South APAC at Booking.com.
Dr. Mo Ji will deliver a keynote address titled "Global Economic Outlook and Geopolitical Shifts: Navigating Market Disruptions and Inbound Capital Flows." In his presentation, Dr. Ji will explore the influence of geopolitical shifts, inbound capital flows, and how countries like Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand are benefiting from changing trade dynamics and U.S. policy impacts across the Asia Pacific region[1].
Anthony Lu, on the other hand, will present a keynote address titled "Destination Asia: Forecasting Consumer Trends and Tourism Flows Across the Asia Pacific Region." In his address, Lu will provide an in-depth look at the projected volume and value of domestic, intraregional, and inbound travel flows in Asia Pacific[1].
The IHIF Asia agenda also includes sessions such as CBRE Capital Talks, Maximizing Returns, and Hospitality Disrupted. The Hospitality Disrupted session will feature CEO perspectives on growth, innovation, and sustainability[1]. The CBRE Capital Talks session will focus on seizing opportunities in Asia's real estate shift and capital diversification[1]. The Maximizing Returns session will evaluate third-party operators and owner-brand partnerships[1].
Other confirmed speakers include Hiro Abe, Managing Director of H.A. Advisors Ltd, and Peng Sum Choe, CEO of Pan Pacific Hotels Group[2][3]. Although their specific presentation titles have not been disclosed, they are expected to contribute valuable insights to the forum's discussions.
IHIF Asia brings together High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs), family offices, sovereign wealth funds, private equity groups, global hotel brands, forward-thinking operators, and leading developers[1].
Registration for IHIF Asia is available online. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Andrew Walmsley at awalmsley@questex.com[1]. For media registration, contact Meryl Franzman at mfranzman@questex.com[1].
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[1] Source: IHIF Asia official website [2] Source: H.A. Advisors Ltd official website [3] Source: Pan Pacific Hotels Group official website
At the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) Asia 2025, Dr. Mo Ji from DBS will discuss finance and geopolitical shifts, while Anthony Lu from Booking.com will focus on consumer trends and tourism in the Asia Pacific region. Beyond these keynote speeches, the forum will feature discussions on various topics such as CBRE Capital Talks, maximizing returns, and hospitality disruption, bringing together industry leaders in finance, business, and hospitality.