AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWeather Disruption: Typhoon Champi triggered flight cancellations as it neared Taiwan, with disruption also reported in Japan. Japan Travel: From Nov. 1, foreign visitors will pay consumption tax upfront and claim refunds when leaving, a change aimed at curbing resale abuse. Japan also recorded a 5% year-on-year fall in September arrivals, to 3.1 million. Visa Policy: The Philippines is reviewing visa-free entry for Chinese visitors after raids on suspected illegal gaming hubs raised concerns the policy could be exploited. Regional Demand: Asia-Pacific tourism has recovered to 96.3% of pre-pandemic levels, but Pacific operators say limited flight links remain a major barrier. Busan ranked fifth worldwide for growth in travel searches, with interest up 50%. Capacity and Connectivity: India’s hotel sector may need up to 125 million square feet of additional space by 2035, while Vietnam is courting Indian visitors as direct flights are set to double.
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