ASEAN Foreign Ministers Call for De-escalation
JAKARTA – The foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have issued a formal joint statement expressing deep concern over the rapidly escalating tensions in the Middle East since June 13. The statement was released on Thursday, … Continue reading ASEAN Foreign Ministers Call for De-escalation
Airlines Reroute Flights Amid Middle East Tensions
FRANKFURT/BANGKOK/TOKYO – After the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 in July 2014, many airlines—excluding Chinese carriers—abandoned the shorter northern routes over Russia and Ukraine. Flights between Western Europe and Asia were rerouted southward, adding three or more hours to … Continue reading Airlines Reroute Flights Amid Middle East Tensions
Thai Tourism Minister meets with Israeli Ambassador
BANGKOK – In a significant move to bolster tourism and foster deeper international relations, Thailand’s Minister of Tourism, Mr. Sermsak Phongphanich, recently met with the Israeli Ambassador, Mrs. Orna Sagiv, to discuss a range of tourism-related issues. The meeting, which … Continue reading Thai Tourism Minister meets with Israeli Ambassador
VIETJET AIR: Direct flights from Israel to Vietnam
TEL AVIV / HANOI – A new direct flight connection between Israel and Vietnam will make it easier for Israeli travelers to visit the Southeast Asian country, as they will also benefit from the electronic visa system. According to the … Continue reading VIETJET AIR: Direct flights from Israel to Vietnam
Israel official Culture Travel Partner of ITB China
Berlin/Shanghai – The Israel Ministry of Tourism announces that it has become the official culture travel partner of the third edition of ITB China, set to take place from 15 – 17 May 2019, at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and … Continue reading Israel official Culture Travel Partner of ITB China