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A return of Chinese travellers, who spent almost US$248 billion on trips abroad in 2019 before the pandemic, is key to filling a big hole in the global travel industry.

Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan

Continued comity between the two nations could start to fracture if minor links break down.

Minor International in one of Asia’s largest hospitality groups, carrying multiples brands including Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas, and Avani Hotels & Resorts.

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HONG KONG (Bloomberg): Singapore Airlines Ltd. has added another regional partner, signing a deal with Philippine Airlines Inc. that will allow it to codeshare on flights to and from Manila and on to 27 destinations in the Philippines.

The codeshare agreement will start on SIA’s and PAL’s flights between Singapore and Manila by the fourth quarter of 2023. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Jet fuel price jumped about 30% this month compared to July, trading above $116 a barrel

Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific on Friday predicted a return to profitability in the first half of 2023 as it benefits from rising travel demand following the relaxation of strict Covid containment measures.

SIA is rebounding much faster and flying high on a relentless wave of travel demand. Read more at straitstimes.com.