New Zealand nearly triples levy on international tourists
New Zealand struggles with tourist impact on the environment and stretched infrastructure due to large visitor numbers.
Tue Sep 03 2024
Over a million tourists arrivals in Malaysia since border reopening
Malaysia has managed to attract over a million tourists so far, over half of the targeted 2 million international tourists set by the government this year since the border reopening on April 1.
Sat Jun 04 2022
Malaysia records over 250,000 tourists arriving, leaving as of April 4
More than 250,000 international tourists were recorded to have entered and left Malaysia through the main entry points as at April 4, following the reopening of the country's borders on April 1.
Mon Apr 25 2022
MOTAC targets up to RM77 bln tourism revenue in 2025
MOTAC aims to generate between RM47 billion and RM77 billion in tourism revenue through the arrival of 16 million to 22 million international tourists in 2025.
Sun Apr 10 2022
Border reopening: Malaysia expects two million international arrivals - Nancy Shukri
Malaysia expects to attract two million international tourist arrivals this year with RM8.6 billion in tourism receipts following the reopening of the country's borders.
Fri Apr 01 2022
Over 1,000 foreign travellers set to arrive in Malaysia April 1 - Nancy
More than 1,000 international tourists are expected to arrive in Malaysia on the first day of the country's transition to the endemic phase tomorrow, said Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.
Thu Mar 31 2022
'Fortress Australia' to welcome tourists for first time under COVID
Australia will welcome international tourists on Monday after nearly two years of sealing its borders, Morrison announced.
Sun Feb 20 2022
Australia reports 43 COVID deaths before expanded border reopening
Australia will welcome international tourists on Monday for the first time in nearly two years.
Sat Feb 19 2022
Australian PM signals reopening borders to tourists 'not far away'
Scott Morrison said the parliament will debate on the reopening of the country's borders to international tourists this week.
Sun Feb 06 2022
Bali to welcome first international tourist flight amid cautious reopening
Vaccinated tourists to Bali must quarantine between five and seven days at hotels or on vessels offshore.
Thu Feb 03 2022
Indonesia to reopen Bali to foreign tourists on Feb 4
Indonesia will gradually reopen Bali for international tourists starting February 4, a much needed move to revive the resort island from the COVID-19 pandemic that battered its economy.
Mon Jan 31 2022
Gov't to use Langkawi International Tourism Bubble as benchmark for border reopening
Nancy said MOTAC will evaluate the performance of the pilot project first before reopening the country's borders to international tourists.
Sat Oct 30 2021
Int'l tourists can travel to Langkawi beginning Nov 15 - Ismail Sabri
International tourists who wish to visit Langkawi are allowed to do so beginning Nov 15, through the International Tourism Bubble (Inbound) for the Langkawi Pilot Project.
Fri Oct 22 2021
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Thu Oct 21 2021
Indonesia's Bali reopens to international tourists, but with no flights
Tourism-reliant Bali is scheduled to reopen on Thursday.
Thu Oct 14 2021
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024