The booming consumption figures and scenes during the May Day holiday have fully reflected the resilience and potential of China’s economy, said a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman on Thursday. According to statistics, during the five-day holiday starting May 1, the sales revenue of consumption-related industries nationwide increased by 15.2 percent year on year, the average…
The situation deteriorated after last month’s deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, prompting India to initiate the high-stakes military action. As cross-border tensions intensify, foreign missions are cautioning travellers about potential risks in the region. Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan, several countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Singapore have issued…
In view of the heightened tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad, especially after Operation Sindoor was launched by the Indian Army to target terror bases in Pakistan, several countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and Singapore have issued a travel advisory, urging their citizens to avoid visiting Jammu and Kashmir. The US…
Srinagar: Sensing volatility after ‘Operation Sindoor’ was launched by Indian Army to target terror bases in Pakistan, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Singapore have issued travel advisories, urging their citizens to avoid Jammu and Kashmir amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan and an increasingly volatile security scenario in the region. The US…
Amid the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, several countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, has issued travel advisory for both the countries. The travel directive comes after India’s Operation Sindoor targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. The April 22 attack, carried out…
China’s 2025 May Day holiday saw a strong rebound in travel and consumer spending, with both domestic and cross-border tourism reaching new highs, supported by the country’s advanced digital payment infrastructure. Why it matters:The May Day holiday, among China’s longest public breaks, is often seen as a key indicator of consumer spending sentiment in the…
MANILA, Philippines — Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) will hold its milestone celebration as it marks 20 years of bringing Disney magic to life in Southeast Asia this June. The around 30-minute “Friendtastic!” parade is one of the centerpieces of HKDL’s 20th anniversary celebration, featuring 11 dazzling floats and over 100 performers, including more…
Two mainland Chinese backpackers have shared a harrowing account of their overnight stay at a Hong Kong McDonald’s during the Labour Day holiday, describing encounters with strangers and unsettling moments that left them with lingering fear. The women, who posted about their experience on Xiaohongshu, originally planned a two-day trip to Hong Kong, including an…
Canada and the United Kingdom have issued travel advisories for India following Indian airstrikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK. The advisories warn of unpredictable security conditions, the threat of terrorism, and potential disruptions to air travel and essential services. Canadian Advisory Overview Canada has urged its citizens to exercise a high degree of…
Cathay Pacific’s lounge – The Bridge – at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has officially reopened, with new redesigned features and a residential ambiance. This redevelopment combines customer favourites and improved characteristics, marking Cathay Pacific’s first step in their lounge enhancement plan. The Bridge lounge © Cathay Pacific The Bridge – Redesigned Located near Departure…