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Emirates Association for Franchise Development holds its inaugural meeting to discuss its new Articles of Association

The Emirates Association for Franchise Development (FAD), chaired by Ahmed Khalifa Al Qubaisi, CEO of the Abu Dhabi Chamber and Chairman of FAD, held its inaugural meeting with the attendance of FAD board members.

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Speakers announced for The TravMedia Summit at IMM Asia 2024

TravMedia announced this year’s list of speakers for its 2024 summit scheduled for 21 October in Singapore.

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ATIA gives update on first year following rebranding

A year since it rebranded as the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA), ATIA released an update wherein it reiterated its commitment to delivering value for members.

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Eased visa restrictions for Chinese tourists suggested for the Philippines

With the recent ban against Chinese nationals working as Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), an expert on tourism and hospitality suggested that visa restrictions be eased for legitimate Chinese tourists.

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ITB Asia slated to discuss innovation for tourism resilience

ITB Asia returns from 23rd to 25th October this year at Singapore’s Sands Expo & Convention Centre.

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Korea Heritage Agency presents cultural showcase at NATAS Holidays 2024

The Korea Heritage Agency (KHA) joins NATAS Holidays 2024 from 16 to 18 August in Singapore, encouraging Singaporeans to come to Korea.

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Air India, Vistara gain DGCA approval for Maintenance Operations

In a significant move towards the merger of India’s aviation industry, Air India and Vistara have secured CAR (Civil Aviation Requirement) 145 approval from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to integrate their aircraft line maintenance operations.

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UN Tourism and World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to advance common ESG framework

UN Tourism and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance will work together to implement a common framework for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) for the sector.

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5,000 hotels worldwide adopt WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) celebrates yet another milestone as over 5,000 properties across more than 80 countries have now embraced its Hotel Sustainability Basics programme.

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AATO hosts capacity building course for tourism stakeholders in collaboration with Vidya Yuva Kendra Foundation and MoT

The Andaman Association of Tour Operators (AATO) is pleased to announce the successful commencement of a comprehensive capacity-building course for tourism stakeholders, organized in collaboration with the Vidya Yuva Kendra Foundation and the Ministry of Tourism (MoT), Government of India.