AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoVietnam Tourism Safety: Vietnamese police detained the speedboat captain after a Phu Quoc capsizing killed 15 Indian tourists (32 onboard), with 16 survivors discharged and one still in critical care; bodies are being moved to Ho Chi Minh City for repatriation. India–Vietnam Consular Response: Andhra Pradesh and India’s embassy teams are coordinating medical help and logistics for victims from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. Regional Travel Disruption: Monsoon flooding and landslides across India are disrupting travel, with IMD warnings for heavy rain and evacuations in multiple states. Aviation & Connectivity: Australia will roll out digital passenger arrival cards after a Qantas trial, aiming for faster border processing. Tourism Product & Heritage: Penang’s trishaws are being promoted as a living heritage experience for visitors around George Town. Tourism Growth Signals: Oman Air opened its Tashkent route, highlighting new tourism and business links. Policy & Markets: Saudi launched a pilot “Package Visa” for seven countries, issuing tourist visas electronically within 48 hours via approved agencies. Infrastructure Milestone: India’s first bullet train is set for phased operations from Aug 15, 2027, starting with Surat–Bilimora.
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