Japan Visa Tightening: Japan’s new business manager visa rules are set to push out foreign residents, with visa fees for some tourists also rising and departure tax tripling to tackle overtourism and land-price pressure. South Korea-China Demand Boost: South Korea extends group visa fee waivers for Chinese (and other) visitors through end-2026 to keep inbound travel momentum. Air Connectivity: FlyArystan launches Almaty–Xi’an service, adding to China–Central Asia “Air Silk Road” links as regional connectivity grows. Tourism Packaging: Tourism Malaysia plans a Penang-to-Kedah familiarisation trip for inbound agents to sell joint Penang-Kedah itineraries via Penang International Airport. India Rail Upgrade: India’s first high-speed bullet train line is on track for a 2027 opening of the Surat–Vapi section, using Shinkansen technology. Medical Tourism: India is drawing more patients from West, Gulf and beyond, driven by lower costs, accredited hospitals and shorter waiting times. Aviation/Travel Disruption: Nepal’s Supreme Court reopens scrutiny of a decade-old Chinese aircraft procurement after aircraft sat idle and became a financial burden. China Outbound Rules: China introduces broad “national security” rules for overseas investments, raising compliance concerns for tech-focused investors.