Opportunities in developing versus matured REIT market

First part of video from a conference session at MIPIM Asia 2011.
Details of the conference:
Moderator: Dr. Peter Hobbs, Senior Director, IPD (UK)

Speakers:
Nila NG, Head of Listed Real Estate Asia, APG Investments Asia Ltd (Hong Kong SAR)
Kumar Tharmalingam, CEO, Malaysia Property Incorporated (Malaysia)

Topics covered:
- Overview of the REIT market - structure, growth and performance across developing and mature markets
- Strengths and weaknesses of REITs relative to other real estate investment vehicles
- REIT strategies and performance prospects in 2012-13, including expected return profiles; sector-focused v. diversified; country-specific v regional; REIT mergers and acquisitions
- How to invest in REITS for foreign investors and important attributes of REIT managers