As defined in the Even Hotels FDD, what countries are excluded from the 'Asia-Pacific' region?

According to the 2025 Even Hotels Franchise Disclosure Document, the definition of the "Asia-Pacific" region specifically excludes certain countries and territories. While the region generally includes countries and territories in Asia and the Pacific, such as Bangladesh, Belarus, Bhutan, Cambodia, Guam, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Northern Mariana Islands, Philippines, Seychelles, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam, some areas are explicitly excluded.

Specifically, the definition of the Asia-Pacific region for Even Hotels excludes Australia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Japan, India, Micronesia, New Caledonia, New Zealand, and Vanuatu. This means that for the purposes of the franchise agreement, these particular countries and territories are not considered part of the Asia-Pacific region.

This distinction is important for prospective franchisees because it may affect various aspects of the franchise agreement, such as territory rights, marketing strategies, and operational considerations. Franchisees should be aware of these exclusions and how they might impact their business operations within the broader Asian and Pacific markets.