Ikea's biggest store opens in the Philippines
The Straits Times|November 26, 2021
MANILA • Ikea opened its biggest store in the world in the Philippines, with the new 730,000 sq ft facility in Manila a cornerstone of the home-furnishing giant’s expansion plans in Asia.
Ikea's biggest store opens in the Philippines

Yesterday’s opening was feted with an event held at the store’s cafeteria attended by Philippine Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez and Foreign Minister Teodoro Locsin, where Ikea’s cult-favourite Swedish meatballs were served. The dish was given a Philippine twist – the tangy sweet adobo sauce.

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