Top Players At ITB Asia 2023 in Singapore
BERLIN/SINGAPORE – ITB Asia, Asia’s leading travel trade show has announced its top exhibitors for the highly anticipated 16th edition, set to take place from 25 – 27 October in Singapore. Co-located with MICE Show Asia and Travel Tech Asia, … Continue reading Top Players At ITB Asia 2023 in Singapore
Ancient statues returned to Cambodia
NEW YORK/PHNOM PENH – In one of the most significant repatriations of art to Cambodia from a private collection, the family of billionaire George Lindemann has agreed to turn over 33 ancient statues that officials say include stolen antiquities trafficked … Continue reading Ancient statues returned to Cambodia
Bangkok: Three people shot in popular shopping mall
BANGKOK – A tragic event shook the Thai capital today. At least three people have died in the popular Siam Paragon Mall in central Bangkok. A 14-year-old boy is the suspect. The police were able to arrest him after an … Continue reading Bangkok: Three people shot in popular shopping mall
Widodo: “A dream come true for Indonesia”
JAKARTA – Indonesia has entered a new era of transportation with the launch of its first high-speed railway (HSR) on October 1. The HSR connects Jakarta and Bandung, two major cities on the populous island of Java, and reduces the … Continue reading Widodo: “A dream come true for Indonesia”
Survey: Asia is on the cusp of a new era
HONG KONG – The world is changing rapidly, and Asia is at the center of many of these changes. As the region becomes more influential and interconnected, it also faces new challenges and uncertainties. How can Asia’s business leaders navigate … Continue reading Survey: Asia is on the cusp of a new era
World Tourism Day in Saudi Arabia: “Reviving Tourism”
RIYADH – World Tourism Day is celebrated on September 27th in Saudi Arabia and around the world to celebrate tourism’s role in fostering economic growth, social development, and cultural exchange. The theme for World Tourism Day in 2023 is “Reviving … Continue reading World Tourism Day in Saudi Arabia: “Reviving Tourism”
Philippines remove barrier in South China Sea
MANILA – The Philippine government has removed a floating barrier that China had installed to block Philippine fishing boats from entering a disputed area in the South China Sea, the Philippine Coast Guard said on Monday. The barrier, which was … Continue reading Philippines remove barrier in South China Sea
Vietnam introduces new electronic visa system
HANOI – As of August 15, 2023, Vietnam launched a new electronic visa system (e-visa) for all nationalities. This relaxation is expected to provide a major boost to the country’s tourism and related sectors, which struggled to thrive before the … Continue reading Vietnam introduces new electronic visa system
ITB China 2023: Saudi Arabia is Official Partner Destination
SHANGHAI – ITB China announced that Saudi Arabia will be the Official Partner Destination of ITB China 2023, held on 12 – 14 September in Shanghai. The partnership aims to attract greater numbers of Chinese tourists and position the country … Continue reading ITB China 2023: Saudi Arabia is Official Partner Destination
Zepto become India’s first unicorn in 2023
DELHI – Zepto, the Indian quick commerce company that delivers groceries and essentials within 10 minutes, has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming India’s first unicorn in 2023. The company has raised USD 200 million in a Series B round … Continue reading Zepto become India’s first unicorn in 2023