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Visa Expands Visa Intelligent Commerce Across Asia Pacific, Prepares for AI Commerce Pilot by Early 2026
Visa announced significant strides in expanding Visa Intelligent Commerce across Asia Pacific, accelerating the region’s push into agentic commerce – a new era where AI-powered agents shop and pay on behalf of consumers. This expansion delivers fresh progress on Visa’s agentic commerce strategy by introducing new security protocols and pilot programs that are ready to build upon earlier partnerships and initiatives. T.R. Ramachandran, Head of Products and Solutions, Asia Pacific, Visa, said: “Agentic commerce is transforming the very fabric of online payment transactions, requiring a unified ecosystem to unlock its full potential. With Visa Intelligent Commerce and its cornerstone, Trusted Agent Protocol, Visa is connecting consumers, AI agents and merchants through secure, scalable solutions. This ensures every interaction is verified andtransparent, empowering all parties of the purchase to embrace this future with confidence.” Building an AI-Ready Commerce Ecosystem Visa Intelligent Commerce, a comprehensive suite of integrated APIs and a partner program, utilises Visa’s secure infrastructure to enable safe, transparent, and consent-driven payments by AI agents, on behalf of consumers. It incorporates features like tokenisation, authentication, payment instructions, and transaction signals, allowing AI agents to operate transparently and securely, and empowers consumers to confidently trust AI-driven commerce interactions to help them shop and pay online. Over the past year, AI-driven traffic to retail websites has surged over 4,700%, and 85%1 of shoppers who have used AI to shop say it improved their shopping experience. Today, Visa is advancing its infrastructure, standards, and capabilities to power AI-driven commerce, opening new opportunities for consumers across Asia Pacific. Soon, AI agents integrated into familiar platforms will be able to transact using Visa’s 4.8 billion credentials at millions of merchant locations worldwide. This means consumers could simply instruct their AI agent to book travel or buy movie tickets, and have the entire purchase executed securely – a seamless experience backed by Visa’s network and safeguards. Building Merchant Confidence with Trusted Agent Protocol Trusted Agent Protocol is a cornerstone of Visa Intelligent Commerce, a new ecosystem-led framework designed by Visa to provide merchants the much-needed assurance in an AI-driven world. Trusted Agent Protocol enable merchants to recognise and verify trusted AI agents with genuine commerce intent, addressing a key concern as online traffic from AI agents grows. It uses agent-specific cryptographic signatures to ensure secure, verified transactions to prevent fraud by distinguishing legitimate agents from malicious bots, and helps to maintain visibility of the consumer behind the agent - preserving customer relationships. Crucially, Trusted Agent Protocol is designed as an open, low-code solution for merchants to integrate seamlessly without overhauling their infrastructure to benefit. This now ensures that AI agents act on behalf of consumers with transparency, verified intent, and secure credentials. With 1 Source: Adobe Data Insights, August 2025, Growth in AI-driven visit share this framework, merchants can treat AI-driven purchases with the same confidence as human driven ones. Continued Momentum Across Asia Pacific Visa is actively collaborating with some of the biggest players in AI, Tech and Payments, including Ant International, LG Uplus, Microsoft, Perplexity, Stripe and Tencent, to enable agentic commerce transactions. These partnerships reflect Visa’s vision of an interconnected ecosystem where AI agents and the payment ecosystem work together to deliver smart, trusted commerce experiences. Looking ahead, Visa plans to launch Visa Intelligent Commerce pilots across Asia Pacific as regulatory and ecosystem readiness advances, by early 2026. This demonstrates Visa’s commitment to collaborating across Visa’s network and AI ecosystem players to accelerate the next wave of AI-powered payments and deliver transformative commerce experiences for this new-generation of AI-native consumers. Step Into the Payments of Tomorrow, Today Join Visa at the Singapore Fintech Festival from 12–14 November 2025 and discover how it is shaping seamless, secure, and intelligent payment experiences of the future.
Meliá Hotels International accelerates its expansion into the Asia Pacific
Spanish hospitality company Meliá Hotels International speeds up its luxury presence across Asia with a series of landmark openings in 2026 and beyond. Led by the debut of Paradisus by Meliá Bali next month, the company is expanding its premium and luxury portfolio, bringing its signature blend of Mediterranean warmth and destination-inspired hospitality to some of the region’s most sought-after destinations. According to managing director for the Asia Pacific Ignacio Martin: "Luxury travel in Asia is evolving rapidly. It’s no longer defined by exclusivity, but by meaningful connection and sense of place. With one in every three Meliá openings worldwide positioned in the luxury segment, we’re accelerating that transformation. Through Paradisus and The Meliá Collection, we’re not only expanding our footprint but reimagining what luxury means for today’s traveller: authentic, immersive, and deeply connected to the destination.” Points for expansion Indonesia Paradisus by Meliá Bali marks the company’s first all-inclusive luxury resort in Asia and introduces its signature Destination Inclusive® concept to the region. Guests can immerse themselves in Bali’s culture, nature and wellness through curated experiences beyond the resort. This is complemented by The Reserve adults-only enclave; Family Concierge offering personalised luxury for families; signature kids club Kidsdom; YOURWAY club designed for teenagers; and a dedicated water park and modern sport facilities. Vietnam In Q2-2026, Meliá Serenity Cam Ranh Beach Resort will open along Vietnam’s Long Beach, designed as a sanctuary for personalised well-being. Families can unwind in spacious pool villas and enjoy the benefits of Kidsdom and Teens Club, while couples and wellness seekers rejuvenate at the YHI Spa and adults-only Level Pool. Later in 2026, Meliá Aurea Nha Trang will join the portfolio beside the iconic Villa Le Corail Gran Meliá, offering refined beachfront luxury in one of Vietnam’s most vibrant coastal destinations. Over the next two years, Meliá Hotels International will also transform Meliá Ba Vi Mountain Retreat into a property under The Meliá Collection, the company’s curated collection of independent hotels. Nestled within Ba Vi National Park, just an hour from Hanoi, the property blends French colonial architecture and Vietnamese village style, surrounded by misty mountains and lush greenery. Laos Currently operating as Grand Luang Prabang, Affiliated by Meliá, the property will be rebranded under The Meliá Collection within the next two years. This will bring the company’s curated approach to luxury to Laos for the first time. As the only international hotel overlooking the Mekong River, the property blends colonial heritage with serene gardens and timeless design, celebrating the city’s status as a UNESCO World Heritage treasure. Maldives Marking the brand’s first property in the Maldives, Meliá Amilla Fushi will introduce the group’s refined approach to resort living in Baa Atoll. Scheduled to open in 2026, the resort will feature private villas, a spa and leisure centre, and a collection of world-class dining concepts. Designed for modern travellers seeking privacy and connection to nature, it will offer direct access to vibrant coral reefs and some of the Maldives’ most celebrated dive sites, blending understated elegance with the destination’s natural splendour.
New Routes and Relaxed Visas Fuel Asia-Pacific Travel Growth: PATA
Representative Image The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) gathered insights from members attending WTM 2025, where the region was very much in the spotlight. Despite hints of a short-term slowdown from Europe, optimism prevailed throughout the show, fuelled by new air routes, relaxed visa policies, and the continued diversification of Asia’s tourism offering. PATA member Sandra Kwan, UK Trade Sales and Marketing Manager for the Okinawa Convention & Visitors Bureau (OCVB), reported strong engagement throughout the event. “Strong interest in Okinawa was evident, we connected with new travel companies, some of whom were unfamiliar with the prefecture and were pleasantly surprised by its diverse offerings beyond beaches, as well as its convenient connections to nearby destinations such as Taiwan, South Korea, and China.” Kwan noted that operators were keen to feature Okinawa more prominently within Japan itineraries. Gavin Dixon, PATA Committee member and Product Manager Africa/Asia at Freedom Holidays, highlighted that Sabah tourism is experiencing a strong peak period for arrivals, particularly in September. “We discussed the ongoing FCDO advisory against travelling to the north and east coast islands (e.g. Selingan Island). There is hope that the British embassy will send a delegation to evaluate the safety of the area, along the lines of a similar trip that took place to a different coast in 2024, although nothing is confirmed.” Dixon added that discussions with the Vietnam Tourist Board centred on the potential reopening of a UK office in 2026. “Given that the UK is their top European source market, the trade could benefit from having someone to promote the destination. There are lots of new and exciting developments, such as Bhaya Cruises who launched a new luxury boat, ‘Soul’ this summer which has a wellness focus, signalling a move towards more contemporary travel in Vietnam.” There is an overall feeling that after 3 years of unprecedented growth from Europe/UK, the last 3 months have slowed. Sam Collins, PATA Committee member and Product Manager at Best at Travel has observed that shift in momentum. “Despite this, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos reported steady interest, supported by new routes and visa-free entry for UK travellers. Cambodia’s strong presence at WTM inspired confidence in further growth for 2026.” Airlift to Asia continues to expand significantly. Norse Atlantic launched new routes from London Gatwick and Manchester to Bangkok from October 26, 2025. British Airways has boosted capacity from London Gatwick to Bangkok, alongside its daily London Heathrow flights to Kuala Lumpur and twice-daily service to Tokyo Haneda. Virgin Atlantic recently announced the first-ever direct flight from London Heathrow to Phuket, commencing October 2026. Cathay Pacific has enhanced its premium experience with the new “Aria Suite” business class on its London–Hong Kong route, while London Gatwick further strengthens Asian connectivity with services to Singapore, Shanghai, and Baku. Confidence was expressed by Malaysia, notable Sarawak and Sabah, both citing strong UK demand and forecasts for continued expansion. Helen Wheat, PATA Committee member and Destination Manager for Travelbag, summed up the show’s energy: “5 years post pandemic, and it’s starting to feel as though WTM London is back in business with bustling halls and full meeting schedules. This year's show offered a wide range of suppliers from across the Pacific-Asia region and it was great to see secondary destinations investing in WTM with larger stands.” Wheat also praised the Philippines for its stand out presence. “It is still noticeable that some major players are no longer supporting the show (such as Malaysia Tourism) and the ownership falls to DMCs and hoteliers to pick up the baton.” Notably, Wheat commented “...partnerships and flexibility remain key as budgets tighten globally - wiggle room from both sides of the table are required in order to nurture mutually beneficial relationships to grow travel from the UK.” In summary, WTM 2025 was a success for Pacific Asia with great destination representation that showcased the region's strengths and diversity. There is a clear appetite for authentic, sustainable and experience-rich travel. There are no signs of tourism slowing with the development of new hotels, products, tours and airline routes on the horizon for 2026 and beyond.
NoVacancy Asia 2025 brings the hospitality sector’s top brass to Bangkok
NoVacancy Asia 2025 is all set to bring together hotel owners, hotel operators, brands, and solution providers to Bangkok’s Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre on 18th and 19th November. The region's only trade show fully dedicated to hotel and accommodation innovation will be tackling the industry's biggest opportunities across the fields of technology, commerce, design, and experience. Organised by Terrapinn, the two-day exhibition and conference will showcase the ideas, tools, and partnership opportunities reshaping Asia's hospitality landscape, featuring live product demos, practical case studies, and targeted networking built for decision-makers. Terrapinn managing director Paul Clark said: "NoVacancy Asia is where hospitality leaders from across the region bring their challenges and find the solutions to help move their business forward. Whether you're upgrading tech stacks, reimagining guest journeys, or optimising your revenue management, you'll meet new potential partners and uncover playbooks to help you move faster in 2026." Who’s on the 2025 slate? NoVacancy Asia 2025 will feature more than 100 leading voices from global and regional brands across strategy, operations, design, technology, and commercial performance. Among those who have confirmed their participation are: Emilie Couton, Chief Executive Officer, Accor Plus Daryl Lee, Group Chief Executive Officer, Dida Craig Cochrane, Chief People Officer, Minor Hotel Group Michael Marshall, Chief Executive Officer, S Hotels & Resorts Tony Marshall, VP & Managing Director, Asia Pacific, Agilysys Bryan Bailey, Vice President Revenue & Distribution, Minor Hotels Hope Lang, Senior Director of Operations – Southeast Asia, Hilton Steven Hopkinson, Senior Vice President AP&ME, Shiji Shok Wan Ho, Senior Vice President, Head of Global Design & Technical Services, Frasers Hospitality Udomluk Tantbirojn, Chief Technology Officer, Centara Hotels & Resorts Thiruselvam Tholtan, Vice President Solutions – Hotel Technology, Minor International These experts will confront the industry's toughest challenges head-on, with actionable insight, real-world case studies, and straight-talk strategy that works. Six tracks in a single conference Attendees can plan their visit around free-to-attend tracks on topics including: Hotel Leaders Design & Refurbishment Revenue Management & Distribution Hotel Technology Marketing Small Hoteliers & Hosts Each track features case studies and engaging panel discussions that dive deep into the challenges and opportunities faced by the hotels and accommodations industry. A networking opportunity you shouldn’t miss Across the show floor, over 100 solution providers will showcase the latest hotel booking and reservations tech, operations and facilities management tools, sustainability solutions, marketing and brand-building tech, and revenue, payments and RMS systems. and more. Attendees can expect live demos, product launches and curated networking to fast-track partnerships. Exhibiting companies include DiDA, Agilysys, Shiji, Airwallex, Booking.com, Canary Technologies, Cvent, eMarketingeye, Profitroom, RoomPriceGenie, RoomStay.io, Salto Systems, Squizify, Stripe, and Tripleseat among others.
Agoda: Interest in solo travel rises in Asia
Right on time for Singles’ Day today, 11th November, digital travel platform Agoda released a new report showing a rise in solo travel interest across Asia in 2025. The online travel platform reports that there has been a 16 percent increase in accommodation searches by individual travellers compared to last year. This trend underscores a growing movement of travelers embracing the freedom and adventure of solo journeys. Agoda’s regional director for North Asia Jay Lee opines: "The rise in solo travel across Asia has become a defining trend in 2025 that reflects a growing desire for personal discovery and meaningful cultural immersion. Agoda is thrilled to support these journeys by offering a wide array of options tailored to solo travelers, ensuring they have everything they need to make their trips unforgettable." Where do solo travellers go? When planning their trips, solo travelers gravitate towards major cities, with Tokyo leading the pack, and Bangkok, Seoul, Osaka, and Kuala Lumpur rounding out the top five destinations. These urban hubs offer a wide range of attractions, from cultural landmarks to world-class dining and lively entertainment, perfect for those looking to explore the world at their own pace. While these destinations have long been popular with all types of travelers, their unique offerings make them equally appealing to those traveling solo. Where are these travellers from? At the forefront of this trend are travelers from Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, and Taiwan, who make up the top five solo travel groups in Asia. While Japanese travelers dominate in numbers, interest in solo travel has grown the fastest among Indonesians with a 72 percent increase in searches. Thai travelers follow close behind, with a 37 percent rise in solo travel interest. This growth highlights a transformative shift in how individuals across Asia are redefining their travel experiences and looking beyond traditional group trips.
Hilton Appoints Tal Shefer as Senior Vice President of Brand Management, Asia Pacific
Hilton has announced the appointment of Tal Shefer as senior vice president of Brand Management, Asia Pacific. The appointment underscores Hilton’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its brand presence across Asia Pacific. Shefer oversees Hilton’s brand strategy in Asia Pacific, driving growth across the company’s portfolio of brands. This includes Hilton’s latest push in the luxury and lifestyle segment, where it plans to expand its current portfolio of over 160 trading properties by 50%, to more than 250 in the coming years. A graduate of Hilton’s Elevator program, designed to offer a pathway to operational and commercial leadership roles at hotels, Shefer’s career exemplifies Hilton’s culture of growth and opportunity. He has advanced through a series of leadership roles across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), bringing over two decades of experience and expertise in hotel management and brand operations to his new role. Most recently, he served as vice president, Brand Operations, EMEA, where he oversaw all managed and franchised hotel openings and transitions, playing a pivotal role in shaping the region’s focused service strategy across multiple brands and markets. During his tenure, Shefer established a best-in-class hotel openings structure, and also led the Hilton’s onboarding of more than 500 Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) properties globally, reinforcing its value proposition at scale. “Asia Pacific is a key engine of growth for Hilton, and Tal’s appointment is pivotal in ensuring we deliver on our ambitious brand-led strategy in the region,” said Alan Watts, president, Asia Pacific, Hilton. “With his deep operational expertise and track record of delivering high performance, I’m confident that Tal will play an instrumental role in accelerating our brand expansion and ensuring that we continue to meet the evolving needs of our owners and guests.” “I’m honored to take on this role at such an exciting time for Hilton in Asia Pacific. The region presents tremendous potential, from the growing momentum in the luxury and lifestyle segment, to the consistent demand that we’ve seen across our focused service brands,” said Tal Shefer, Senior Vice President, Brand Management, Asia Pacific. “I look forward to working alongside our teams and partners to continue strengthening Hilton’s brand portfolio, enhance guest experiences, and create long-term value for owners across these dynamic markets.”
AirAsia X marks a milestone in its support of the Malaysian Battalion
AirAsia X marked yet another milestone in its history of supporting the Malaysian Battalion (MALBATT)'s mission. On Wednesday, 5th November., the airline facilitated the successful departure of its chartered flight from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY), carrying 150 Malaysian Armed Forces personnel from the first group of MALBATT 850-13. Operated under a special charter agreement between the Government of Malaysia and AirAsia Berhad, this mission underscores the airline's operational capability, reliability and commitment to serving Malaysia beyond commercial operations. 13 years of proud support to the nation Now in its 13th year of supporting MALBATT peacekeeping missions, AirAsia X remains honoured to play a role in the safe and efficient deployment of Malaysian troops to Lebanon. Over the course of this year’s deployment, AirAsia X will carry a total of 532 passengers from SZB to BEY and on return flights, comprising MALBATT troops between 5, 9, 13, and 17 November. This long-standing collaboration reflects the airline’s enduring partnership with the Malaysian Armed Forces and its proud role in facilitating Malaysia’s continued contribution to international peacekeeping under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).
Etihad Cargo expands reach in Southeast Asia via partnership with Teleport
Southeast Asian integrated logistics specialist Teleport recently signed a partnership with Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways. The agreement was signed on Monday, 3rd November, at Air Cargo Southeast Asia, marking another collaboration milestone in the strategic partnership between Etihad Cargo and Teleport, which currently operates a successful joint freighter deployment from Ho Chi Minh City. This partnership with Capital A’s logistics arm aims to expand Etihad Cargo’s Southeast Asia network with the launch of a new freighter deployment from Techo International Airport in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Commencing during the winter 2025 season, the service will operate two weekly flights utilising Airbus A321F aircraft, adding an additional 50 tonnes of cargo capacity per week. A better way to service key markets Operating via Abu Dhabi, the new service will provide seamless main deck connections to Etihad Cargo’s global network, including key markets in the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. The launch follows Etihad Airways’ recent introduction of passenger services to Phnom Penh using the airline’s new Airbus A321LR, which has seen strong cargo performance since inception, with consistently high utilisation. The additional freighter capacity will cater to Cambodia’s growing import and export markets, supporting key verticals such as garments, electronics, perishables and pharmaceuticals, and providing customers with improved access to Etihad Cargo’s global network via Abu Dhabi. Etihad Airways’ chief cargo officer Stanislas Brun said of the launch: “The launch of dedicated freighter deployments from Phnom Penh further strengthens Etihad Cargo’s presence in Southeast Asia and demonstrates our commitment to supporting the region’s dynamic trade flows. In partnership with Teleport, this new route provides much-needed additional capacity, connecting Cambodia’s exporters to key global markets and enhancing connectivity across our expanding network.” Meanwhile, Teleport’s chief business officer Jan Philipp Pöter commented: “Our long standing partnership with Etihad Cargo has grown significantly from our interline cooperation in 2022, to deploying our freighters between Saigon and Kuala Lumpur in 2024 and extending services to Phuket in 2025. Today, we are expanding these freighter programmes further across Southeast Asia, a testament to the combined agility of our partnership, enabling us to launch new routes faster and effectively respond to market needs. This progression demonstrates Teleport’s commitment to going beyond traditional partnerships, ensuring our partners never fly empty while creating mutual growth across both networks.” The introduction of the Phnom Penh freighter deployment sees Etihad Cargo expand its dedicated freighter network while also optimising bellyhold capacity across its passenger fleet. By enhancing connectivity and offering flexible, reliable solutions, Etihad Cargo continues to support customers in accessing global markets with confidence and efficiency.
Vietjet Achieves 97% of 2025 Target, Strengthening India’s Connections to Southeast Asia
Vietjet has announced strong business results for the third quarter of 2025 (3Q2025), achieving 97% of its annual plan while maintaining steady growth momentum. This performance reflects the success of Vietjet’s extensive expansion in the India–Vietnam market, where new routes launched since early 2025 have significantly boosted passenger volumes and revenue, strengthening connectivity between India and Southeast Asia. Impressive revenue and profit growth In 3Q2025, Vietjet’s air transport revenue reached VND16.728 trillion (approx. US$636 million) with a pre-tax profit of VND393 billion (approx. US$14.9 million). For the first nine months of the year, the airline achieved air transport revenue of VND52.329 trillion (approx. US$1.98 billion) and a pre-tax profit of VND1.987 trillion (approx. US$75.5 million), which increased by 28% YoY. Nine-month consolidated revenue reached VND52.769 trillion (approx. US$2 billion), with a profit of VND 2.051 trillion (approx. US$77.9 million), up by 17% YoY. Ancillary revenue amounted to VND6.893 trillion (approx. US$261.8 million), accounting for 41% of total air revenue and reflecting a 19% YoY growth. Expanded international network with high efficiency As of September 30, 2025, Vietjet operated 219 routes (169 international and 50 domestic), transporting 21.5 million passengers with a fleet of 98 aircraft. The load factor stood at 86%, and technical reliability reached 99.72%, placing Vietjet among the highest in the region. Strengthening India-Vietnam air connectivity has become a cornerstone of Vietjet’s growth strategy, underscoring the airline’s commitment to one of its most important international markets. The airline launched two new routes between the two countries in 2025, now directly linking Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Kochi, and Bengaluru to major Vietnamese cities: Hanoi, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City. This expanded network unlocks effortless access from India to numerous destinations across Asia-Pacific, leveraging Vietjet’s extensive reach and affordable fares. 20% dividend reflects strong financial foundation Vietjet’s Board of Directors has approved a 20% stock dividend plan, in which the airline is to issue more than 118.3 million shares, with a total nominal value exceeding VND1.183 trillion (approx. US$44.93 million). This decision was made based on impressive business results and a robust financial position, ensuring long-term benefits for shareholders. Investing for sustainable growth Vietjet is investing in a new Aircraft Maintenance Center in Long Thanh airport, adopting sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and expanding high-quality workforce training at the Vietjet Aviation Academy. The airline has been recognized with the 2025 Sustainability Award from AirlineRatings; named one of Asia's Best Workplaces; and listed in Forbes' Top 50 Best Public Companies in Vietnam, affirming its international stature in the aviation sector. Supported by favorable market trends, low fuel prices, and a solid technological and financial foundation, Vietjet anticipates continued robust growth in 2026, offering travelers greater connectivity and more competitive fares on routes between India and Vietnam.
Etihad Opens Four New Gateways to Africa and Asia
Etihad Airways has marked another milestone in its record year of growth, launching four inaugural routes to Tunis, Hanoi, Chiang Mai, and Hong Kong within three consecutive days. The new services further strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a hub and gateway to the UAE, supporting inbound tourism and trade while delivering nearly 45% of the UAE’s total aviation growth this year. As Etihad continues to expand its network, the airline is adding thousands of new seats to and from Abu Dhabi, making it easier for travellers from Africa and Asia to experience the city’s cultural landmarks, pristine beaches, luxury resorts, and year-round calendar of events. The routes also give UAE residents and visitors more choice for travel across key leisure and business destinations. New routes from Abu Dhabi: Tunis (1 November, three weekly flights): Strengthening Etihad’s North African network and supporting growing demand for travel between the UAE and Tunisia. Hanoi (2 November, six weekly flights): Linking Abu Dhabi directly to Vietnam’s capital for the first time, enhancing trade and tourism ties between the two nations. Chiang Mai (3 November, four weekly flights): Opening Northern Thailand to travellers from the Middle East and Europe through Abu Dhabi. Hong Kong (3 November, five weekly flights): Reconnecting Abu Dhabi with one of Asia’s premier business and leisure centres, alongside the relaunch of Etihad’s codeshare with Hong Kong Airlines for enhanced connectivity across Asia. Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, said: “Each of these destinations adds its own character to our network – from Tunis’s heritage to Hanoi’s vibrancy, Chiang Mai’s charm and Hong Kong’s global energy. Together, they expand options for our guests while bringing more visitors to discover Abu Dhabi – one of the world’s most exciting cities. As we continue to deliver almost half of the UAE’s aviation growth this year, our focus remains on connecting more people, cultures, and opportunities through our home in Abu Dhabi.” The four new routes bring Etihad’s network to more than 85 destinations, underscoring its pivotal role in connecting Abu Dhabi to the world and driving tourism and economic growth for the UAE. Flight Schedules Abu Dhabi – Tunis (from 1 November 2025) Flight Number Departure Airport Departure Time Arrival Airport Arrival Time Frequency Aircraft EY739 Abu Dhabi 02:20 Tunis 06:20 Tue, Thu, Sat A321LR EY740 Tunis 10:40 Abu Dhabi 19:25 Tue, Thu, Sat A321LR Abu Dhabi – Hanoi (from 2 November 2025) Flight Number Departure Airport Departure Time Arrival Airport Arrival Time Frequency Aircraft EY430 Abu Dhabi 09:05 Hanoi 18:10 Tue, Thu, Sun B787 EY431 Hanoi 20:00 Abu Dhabi 00:35 (+1) Tue, Thu, Sun B787 EY432 Abu Dhabi 20:50 Hanoi 05:55 (+1) Wed, Fri, Sun B787 EY433 Hanoi 07:40 Abu Dhabi 12:15 Mon, Thu, Sat B787 Abu Dhabi – Chiang Mai (from 3 November 2025) Flight Number Departure Airport Departure Time Arrival Airport Arrival Time Frequency Aircraft EY426 Abu Dhabi 21:20 Chiang Mai 06:05 Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun A321LR EY427 Chiang Mai 08:50 Abu Dhabi 13:05 Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat A321LR Abu Dhabi – Hong Kong (from 3 November 2025) Flight Number Departure Airport Departure Time Arrival Airport Arrival Time Frequency Aircraft EY870 Abu Dhabi 21:15 Hong Kong 08:30 Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun B787 EY871 Hong Kong 19:35 Abu Dhabi 00:25 (+1) Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat B787
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