Land Leases in East Asia: A Complex Landscape

This chapter explores the intricacies of leasehold land agreements in Hong Kong and Singapore, focusing on the conventional 99-year leases and their implications. It examines the unique land management strategies, housing policies, and economic models that have developed in these regions, tracing their historical roots and the impact on current real estate dynamics. Additionally, it addresses the challenges of property investment in China, highlighting the paradox of housing supply and demand within a speculative market.