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World Franchise Associates strengthens its global franchise presence with four major international exhibitions across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
Read moreKrispy Kreme enters Uzbekistan with its first Tashkent outlet, aiming to expand 70+ stores locally and reach 120 new global locations by 2030.
Read moreDave & Buster’s opens its first Philippine location at Opus Mall, offering dining, drinks, arcade gaming, and sports viewing as part of regional expansion.
Read moreThe Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf partners with Lionsgate’s Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, offering magical limited-time teas and a sweepstakes for movie fans.
Read moreKrispy Kreme opens its first store in Spain, marking expansion across Europe and beyond with new shop launches planned in Brazil and Uzbekistan by 2025.
Read moreCHAGEE opens its highest tea bar on Bangkok’s 74th floor, offering exclusive items and Teaspresso drinks, continuing its Southeast Asia expansion.
Read moreChuck E. Cheese partners with PNB Restoran and Unique Hospitality to enter Turkey, with three Istanbul locations planned by 2026 and more to follow.
Read moreSpain’s iconic Chocolatería San Ginés is opening its first Asia flagship in Manila by 2026, bringing its world-famous churros and rich Spanish café culture to the Philippines.
Read moreSaudi coffee brand barn’s expands into Oman and the UAE through a franchise deal with Al Daud Group, marking a key step in its regional growth across the GCC.
Read morePopeyes accelerates growth in Mexico with plans to open 300+ restaurants, partnering with regional franchisees to bring its iconic chicken nationwide.
Read moreChagee opens its largest 11,000-sq-ft flagship on Lee Tung Street, Hong Kong, marking its seventh outlet and boosting global expansion plans.
Read moreGong cha shuts all Singapore outlets but plans a 2026 comeback with new franchise partners, introducing its tech-led Gong cha 2.0 store concept.
Read moreSpinneys partners with Ayala to launch supermarkets in the Philippines, marking its Southeast Asia debut with Ayala holding a 60% stake in the venture.
Read moreJoe & The Juice debuts in Africa with a new store in Rabat, Morocco, marking its North Africa entry and the brand’s 100th global franchise milestone.
Read moreLuckin Coffee opens a retro-themed outlet at Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 2, expanding its city footprint to over 20 stores.
Read moreFatburger returns to Japan with four Okinawa locations planned, bringing custom burgers, fries, and shakes as part of its global expansion.
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