#495 - Did Taylor Swift and STB Strike Deal for Exclusivity? & Messi’s China Backlash Continues

In response to recent rumours of a Southeast-Asia exclusivity deal, STB and the Ministry of Community, Culture and Youth (MCCY) clarified that a grant had been provided to help bring Taylor Swift’s concert to Singapore, but did not confirm if the deal was indeed exclusive. Will this news cause bad blood with Swifties in our neighbouring countries? Elsewhere, the fallout over football star Messi’s no-show on the pitch in Hong Kong continues. Most recently, a pair of friendly matches in China featuring Argentina’s football team were cancelled, and Messi had to post another video on Weibo explaining his absence. Will this messy issue ever be resolved?

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Did Taylor Swift and STB Strike Deal for Exclusivity?

• STB gave grant for Taylor Swift's Singapore concerts, other government bodies 'worked directly' with promoter AEG
• Airfares, hotel bookings surge in March 2024 as fans flock to S’pore for Taylor Swift shows
• Singapore sought exclusivity deal over Taylor Swift concerts in south-east Asia, Thai PM alleges
• S'pore govt clarifies Taylor Swift sponsor rumour, says it worked directly with organisers due to 'significant demand'
• Jewel Changi Airport to host Taylor Swift sing-along on 1 Mar that'll 'make the whole place shimmer'
• From Coldplay to Taylor Swift, Singapore’s Concert Dominance Explained | TIME
• The Economy (Taylor’s Version) | Washington Post
• Taylor Swift Is Making An Insane Amount Of Money Every Night On The Eras Tour | Forbes

Messi’s China Backlash Continues

• Lionel Messi defends HK absence as China backlash continues
• Beijing has no plans to hold matches in which Lionel Messi will participate: local football association | Global Times

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