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When Fit-Out Costs Bite, Location Strategy Matters More Than Ever — West Kowloon Shows Why
Fit-out costs in Sydney, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Singapore have exceeded US$270 per square foot, while Grade A rents rise in Asia Pacific markets outside mainland China due to tight supply. Competition for skilled talent remains intense with regional unemployment at 4.7%.
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