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Vietnam and Laos launch cross-border QR payment system
Laos and Vietnam recently launched a cross-border QR code payment system that has the potential to boost trade and tourism between the two countries.
JCB and Taiwan Rakuten Card introduce the JCB Panda Card
JCB International Co Ltd officially launched the new JCB Panda Card in collaboration with Taiwan Rakuten Card today, 15th January.
Marina Bay Sands to pay Singapore Tourism Board an additional US$1 billion
Marina Bay Sands (MBS) will make an additional upfront payment of US$1 billion to the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) with regard to design revisions made to its upcoming expansion project, dubbed MBS IR2.
Sri Lanka reports US$3.17B in tourism revenues for 2024
Sri Lanka’s tourism sector reports that it earned around US$3.17 billion in 2024.
Avolon sees APAC growth to drive global airline revenues over US$1T this year
A new report from aviation finance firm Avalon forecasts that growth in the Asia-Pacific region will help drive global airline revenue over the US$1 trillion mark for the first time this year.
Cebu Pacific secures sustainability-linked loan to purchase A321NEO aircraft
Philippine low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific formally closed a sustainability-linked Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) for its new Airbus A321NEO, marking its first-ever sustainable aircraft financing.
Alton Aviation Consultancy reports record growth in 2024
Alton Aviation Consultancy reports another year of record growth in 2024 and looks forward to meeting the rising demand for high-quality aviation consulting services for this year.
AirAsia MOVE teams up with Antom
Southeast Asian travel booking app and online travel platform AirAsia MOVE (MOVE) formally signed an agreement with Ant International’s Antom on Tuesday, 7th January.
Travelsoft launches Travelsoft Services
Travelsoft launches Travelsoft Services, a white-label multi-consolidator for all customers of the group's platforms.
Travelex unveils new Qatar store as Middle East expansion accelerates
Foreign Exchange company Travelex has unveiled a new retail location at Hamad International Airport – reflecting the brand’s ongoing expansion across the State of Qatar.
Paytm to make travel to Singapore and Thailand more affordable
One97 Communications Limited (OCL), parent company of Indian payments and financial services distribution firm Paytm, announced a series of exciting travel discounts for those planning to explore two of Southeast Asia’s most popular destinations: Singapore and Thailand.
AirAsia and Tune Protect bring Comprehensive Travel Plus to Vietnam
AirAsia partnered with Tune Protect to introduce the Comprehensive Travel Plus package for Vietnamese travellers.
Laos and China to introduce QR code system connecting their payment networks
Laos' Lao National Payment Network Company Limited (LAPNet) and China’s UnionPay International (UPI) formally signed an agreement to introduce a QR code-based system connecting the two countries’ payment networks.
New developmental blueprint could exponentially boost tourism growth in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) seeks to increase the additional value generated by tourism to US$15.46 billion by 2029.
ANA Holdings takes full ownership of Peach Aviation
All Nippon Airways’ parent firm ANA Holdings recently acquired the remaining seven percent stake in Osaka-based low-cost carrier Peach Aviation from First Eastern Aviation Holdings in Hong Kong.
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