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HKSAR Government extends Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Industry Subsidy Scheme
In response to demand from the Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Industry, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China (HKSAR) Government’s…
read moreThailand set to introduce controversial ‘tourism fee’ in 2022
The Thai Government is forging ahead with a contentious proposal to charge every tourist an entry fee, a move that it is feared will impact efforts to rebuild the nation’s tourism…
read moreThai tourism businesses unhappy over renewed delay to industry reopening
The Thai Government’s latest postponement of the re-opening of major locations to international tourism arrivals has left leading tourism industry stakeholders accusing authorities of…
read moreSuccessful rescue mission sees seven female Afghan Taekwondo athletes arrive in Melbourne
A successful rescue mission lead by Australian Taekwondo, the Australian Government and Oceania Taekwondo has resulted in seven female taekwondo athletes who fled Taliban controlled…
read moreNew WTTC report provides vital investment recommendations for tourism sector post-COVID pandemic
The World Travel and Tourism Council has today launched a significant new report – ‘Investing in Travel and Tourism’ - providing investment recommendations for governments…
read moreOpening of China’s National Games marks return of major spectator events
China’s President Xi Jinping has declared the 14th National Games of China open with spectators in attendance for what is seen as a run up to Beijing Winter Olympics which commences…
read moreHow will vaccine passports work in each state and overseas?
Vaccine passports will be issued to adults who have been fully vaccinated by the Australian Government in the coming weeks, as pledged by Federal Ministers. Australian Prime Minister Scott…
read moreAustralian Government declares its support for legally binding global plastics treaty
The Australian Government has called for an international global agreement on marine plastic pollution with its declaration of support for a legally binding global plastics treaty welcomed…
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