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Trump is holding a losing hand in battle with China
It was China’s counter to Trump’s tariffs, the US restrictions of semiconductor export to China and the power of the US dollar in global trade and finance (an extremely potent one) that gave it enormous leverage in the trade negotiations....
United executive says hotel renovations more important than destination flight incentives; new planes in 2026
In response to a question from David B. Tydingco, vice chairman of the PATA chapter, chairman of the Tourism Policy Committee of the Guam Travel and Tourism Association and managing director and CEO at Valley of the Latte Adventure Park, on what...
Soy barge bids slip, traders await US-China talks
Basis bids for soybeans shipped by barge to U.S. Gulf Coast terminals extended a setback on Friday, traders said. Traders were awaiting news on talks between U.S. and Chinese officials after China has halted purchases of American soybeans due to...
India, ASEAN pledge greener tourism, reduced pollution
Kuala Lumpur India and the leaders from ASEAN member states on Sunday adopted the "ASEAN-India Joint Leaders' Statement on Sustainable Tourism", reaffirming their commitment to promote eco-friendly, inclusive, and responsible tourism across the...
India-China Ties Reset? Direct Flights Between India And China To Resume After 5-Year Freeze
This special report details a major boost in India-China ties with the resumption of direct flights after a five-year suspension that began with the COVID-19 pandemic and continued due to border tensions. The report states, 'Direct flights between...
Treasury Secretary says U.S. and China agree to a trade deal 'framework'
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PM Modi raises counter terror, early review of ASEAN-India FTA at 22nd Asean Summit
India and ASEAN nations strengthened their bond at the 22nd ASEAN-India Summit on Sunday in Kuala Lumpur. Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted key areas for collaboration — counter-terrorism, early review of the ASEAN-India FTA, maritime...
The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link aims to become a tourist attraction
An artificial island on the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link opened to visitors for the first time over the weekend, as part of a one-month trial run ahead of its full launch in December, China Daily reports. The so-called “western artificial island”...
Japan actually grows coffee, but how does it taste?【Taste test】
After more than 40 years of effort, Tokunoshima Coffee is finally available for purchase. Many of Japan’s favorite things to eat and drink are also things that the country takes great pride in producing. Rice and green tea are the two most obvious...
India dedicated to dealing with ASEAN on digital addition, food security, supply chain durability: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi essentially resolves the’India-ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Annual Summit’ through video conferencing, in New Delhi.|Image Credit: – India is dedicated to dealing with the ASEAN bloc towards...
India-China direct flights to resume today; IndiGo plane to takeoff from Kolkata at 10 pm
Direct flights between India and mainland China resume on Sunday after four years, with an IndiGo flight scheduled to take off from Kolkata’s Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport at 10 pm tonight. Airline services between the...
BTN Asia Pacific 2026 recruits buyers
SINGAPORE, 27 October 2025: Registration is now open for Business Travel Show Asia Pacific 2026, returning to Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, on 14 to 15 April 2026. Launched in 2025, the event was created to meet a growing need across the region: a...
Quzhou in E China promotes Chinese etiquette education to foster harmonious living environment
Tourists watch a performance themed on filial responsibility in Dachen Village of Quzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, Oct. 25, 2025. In recent years, Quzhou has been fostering a harmonious living environment by promoting Chinese etiquette...
Philippines Visa-Free for Indian Tourists with Direct Flights 2025
New Delhi / Manila, October 2025: A new travel chapter is opening for Indian tourists as the Philippines rolls out visa-free entry and prepares for direct flights from India. The move, aimed at boosting tourism and people-to-people exchange, is...
Tourism & talent take center stage in Srinagar: LG
Srinagar, Oct 26: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said that Sonu Nigam’s live concert in Srinagar would give a major boost to Jammu and Kashmir’s tourism sector and create new opportunities for local artistes. The high-profile concert, held at the...
Scenery of Lijiang, SW China's Yunnan
An aerial drone photo taken on Oct. 26, 2025 shows tourists watching a performance at the Yulong Snow Mountain scenic spot in Lijiang City, southwest China's Yunnan Province. (Xinhua/Hu Chao) An aerial drone photo taken on Oct. 26, 2025 shows...
India-China direct flights resume after five years; first flight to take off tonight
India News The resumption of services comes after its prolonged suspension following the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and the subsequent border tensions in eastern Ladakh. Both sides have called it a "positive move." New Delhi: Direct air...
Asean-India one of the best platforms for regional stability and prosperity: Malaysian PM
WorldPosted at: Oct 27 2025 1:15AM Kuala Lumpur/New Delhi, Oct 26 (UNI) Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the ASEAN-India forum continues to be one of the best platforms for regional stability and prosperity and also announced that the...