Why Taylor Swift will only play Singapore in Southeast Asia, China’s seed advancement: 8 highlights from the weekend

We have selected eight stories from last weekend’s coverage across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues.

1. Taylor Swift to only play Singapore in Southeast Asia. Who and what’s to blame?

As millions of Taylor Swift fans in Southeast Asia lament missing out on the chance to see the star live in concert following her decision to only play in Singapore, some have blamed poor entertainment infrastructure and religious conservatism in their countries for driving her away.

2. Why is Hong Kong missing out on Taylor Swift, Coldplay and other stars?

Hong Kong remains an attractive destination for international artists to hold concerts, but the lack of a large venue may have deterred some big names from coming, industry players have said.