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Is a stronger RMB the biggest black swan for China’s tourism in 2026?
When the RMB exchange rate hovered around 7.2–7.3 in previous years, foreigners felt that prices in Shanghai were reasonable, making
Tokyo airports: China-bound departures down 10%-20%
On January 13, the Tokyo Immigration Services Bureau released preliminary statistics on passenger movements at Narita and Haneda airports during
China opens anti-monopoly probe into Trip.com Group
Trip.com announced on January 14 that it has received a notice of investigation from the State Administration for Market Regulations of the People’s Republic
Amap Street Ranking at 100 days: Can an AI world model become the next super gateway?
January 7 marked the 100th day since Amap Street Ranking went live. Amap released its first 100-day report card: users
JTB forecasts 3% decline in Japan inbound tourism in 2026 as China outlook clouds
Japan’s major travel agency JTB released a forecast on January 8, projecting that inbound visitors in 2026 will reach 41.4
Top 10 busiest airline routes in 2025: China’s trunk routes sneak in
In 2025, nine of the world’s top 10 busiest airline routes are in the Asia-Pacific region, underscoring the immense potential
Another foreign airline ramps up new China routes
Starting January 22, Cambodia Angkor Air plans to launch the Nanjing–Phnom Penh route, operating three flights per week with A320
Over 500 million flyers: China tops the world in aviation population
As of 2025, China’s total aviation population exceeded 500 million, making it the world’s largest market by aviation population. In
China’s Juneyao Air launches Shanghai-Tawau route
Chinese carrier Juneyao Air successfully launched its new Shanghai-Tawau route, strengthening air connectivity between China and the Malaysian province of Sabah.
Aerotel Shanghai wins dual honours in hospitality
Aerotel Shanghai, an in-terminal hotel at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, has been awarded two prestigious honours, highlighting Plaza Premium Group's (PPG) commitment to enhancing airport hospitality.
Tourism Malaysia formalises collaboration with Weixin Pay
Tourism Malaysia and Chinese payment solutions platform Weixin Pay formalised their strategic collaboration through the signing of a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) on Thursday, 8th January.
CALC orders 30 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft
China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (CALC) has placed a firm order for 30 additional Airbus A320neo Family aircraft, responding to robust demand from its clientele.
iQIYI unveils immersive theme park in Yangzhou
iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, has announced the opening of its first global offline entertainment park, iQIYI LAND, in Yangzhou, Jiangsu Province, on 8 February 2026.
Global forum showcases Xizang culture in Southeast Asia
The Diverse Civilisations Shared Community Global Youth Multicultural Forum, co-hosted by the International Culture Association of the Xizang Autonomous Region and the Centre for International Cultural Communication of China International Communications Group, took place from 19 to 23 December in Singapore and Malaysia.
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