Bali Warns Tourists of Incoming Severe Weather
DENPASAR – The Bali Tourism Office, under the direction of Head Wayan Sumarajaya, has formally issued a letter of caution to all tourism-related associations and businesses—among them the Indonesian Tourism Industry Association (GIPI) Bali, the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association … Continue reading Bali Warns Tourists of Incoming Severe Weather
Thailand’s King Makes Historic Visit to China
BEIJING — On the afternoon of November 14,  King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida arrived at the sprawling Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where they were formally greeted by President Xi Jinping and First Lady Peng Liyuan. The … Continue reading Thailand’s King Makes Historic Visit to China
New Alcohol Reforms Reshape Thailand’s Tourism Policy
BANGKOK — Thailand has introduced its most significant changes to alcohol regulations in decades, easing restrictions that long puzzled both residents and international visitors. The shift, announced in late 2025, reflects the government’s push to modernize outdated rules, stimulate tourism, … Continue reading New Alcohol Reforms Reshape Thailand’s Tourism Policy
Philippines: Aurora Province Struggles After Typhoon
AURORA PROVINCE, Philippines — Communities along the northeastern coast of Luzon are struggling to regain footing after Super Typhoon Fung-wong — locally known as Uwan — carved a destructive path through Aurora province, unleashing powerful winds, storm surges and landslides … Continue reading Philippines: Aurora Province Struggles After Typhoon
EU Ends Duty-Free Limit for Imports
BRUSSELS Â – On Thursday, the EU Council of Ministers decided that, starting in 2028, customs duties will be imposed on goods from third countries valued below 150 euros, thereby abolishing the currently valid duty-free threshold. The aim of this measure … Continue reading EU Ends Duty-Free Limit for Imports