About one fifth of the earths population prepares for the celebration of Chinese New Year, also known as « Spring Festival ». Based on traditional symbolism associated with the Year of the Monkey, many believe 2016 will be characterized by « risk, learning and change » where luck and good fortune in personal and business lives can shift very quickly.
Business impact
You may want to keep in consideration that many companies based in Asian countries and communities will be closed for business starting from Friday 5th (afternoon) until Saturday 20th of February.
In addition: Please also take note of the following Asian National Holidays in February 2016:
Hong Kong:
08 – 10 February 2016
Signapore:
08 – 09 February 2016
Taiwan:
08 – 12 February 2016
29 February 2016
China:
07-11 February 2016
Malaysia
01 February 2016
08 – 09 February 2016
Thailand:
22 February 2016
We wish all our members who are celebrating this season a prosperous & joyful Lunar New Year!