Franchising

Yo-Chi eyes bigger Southeast Asia push after Singapore debut

It aims to be a ‘third place’ like Starbucks, where people gather outside home and work.

South Korean yoghurt chain Yoajung debuts in Singapore

This follows the brand’s expansion in Hong Kong.

Mom’s Touch signs MoU to open 60 restaurants in Uzbekistan

The brand also has plans for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Middle Eastern markets.

Qatari chain Junior’s inks first-ever franchise deal

This deal with Venicia International paves the way for expansion into Jordan.

South Korean burger chain Lotteria to open in Malaysia

The news follows its expansion in Singapore.

Chick-fil-A bets $75m for Singapore expansion

This marks the brand’s first entry in Asia Pacific.

Katrina Group to bring Lotteria to Singapore by February 2026

The location of the outlet will be revealed nearer the opening.

Shawarma Shack debuts healthier concept with Singapore launch

It will serve its signature wraps, rice meals, and salad boxes.

Halal-certified Japanese Honolu Ramen debuts in Kuala Lumpur

The restaurant, spanning 1,381 sq. ft., can seat up to 72 customers.

Nothing Before Coffee opens 100th outlet in Gujarat

The chain is offering a ₹100 deal at all outlets nationwide.

Shake Shack expands to Vietnam with first site opening in 2026

The brand aims to open 15 outlets in the region by 2035.

Australian chain Sushi Sushi partners with FranGlobal in India push

The company aims to open over 180 outlets in the next five years.

Marugame Udon opens first restaurant in Dubai

This marks the chain’s expansion into its 11th international market.

GOPIZZA partners with HEXTAR Group for Malaysian launch

The first outlet is set to open in late Q3 or early Q4 this year.

Tam Jai International announces Malaysia debut

This marks the restaurant group’s debut in Southeast Asia.

GoTo Foods unveils new Moe's Casa Mexicana in India

This is the first international concept purpose-built for the Moe's Southwest Grill brand.