China

Is Another Sponsorship Kerfuffle Brewing For Chinese Swimmer Ning Zetao?

January 11, 2017

Chinese swimming hunk Ning Zetao’s recent lucrative endorsement deal worth over US$1.5m with adidas is likely to get him in hot soup with the nation’s swimming authority.

Chinese Government Poised To Curb Big Spending CSL

January 6, 2017

Alarmed by Chinese football clubs splashing money left, right and centre on foreign players, the state government is set to take action.

Italian Womenswear Brand Max Mara Partners Provocative Artist Liu Wei

December 15, 2016

Italian womenswear label Max Mara, known for its understated chic, has collaborated with Chinese contemporary artist Liu Wei for its latest collection.

Audemars Piguet Gets Arty For China

December 9, 2016

Art and luxury brands have always been a compatible match, so it’s no surprise to see high-end Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet extending its influence in China’s contemporary art…

Hisense Nets Another Sporting Partnership

December 7, 2016

Following high-profile sponsorship deals with the Australian Open, Euro 2016 and China’s gymnastics team at the Rio Olympics, Hisense has acquired a coveted deal in the badminton world.

Yao Ming Fronts China’s Basketball League Privatisation March

November 25, 2016

NBA Hall of Famer Yao Ming has turned his attention to injecting China’s top-tier basketball league with greater professionalism after a new company was founded based on his…

Report: L2 Reveals International Cosmetic Brands Flock To Live-Streaming In China

November 24, 2016

With China’s live-streaming platforms gaining much traction among Chinese consumers, particularly millennials in the past year, beauty brands have been quick to ride on this trend.

Indian Boxing Lands A Financial Boost

November 18, 2016

The Indian Boxing Council (IBC) has agreed to a partnership with Sporty Solutionz, which aims to raise the sport's profile in the region.

Anta Knocks Out Nike With Pacman Play

November 7, 2016

At the tail end of his career, boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao has finally scored a new sporting partnership deal with Chinese sports major Anta, after he was dropped…