AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAviation & Travel Demand: Qantas’ Project Sunrise flight-testing ramps up for an ultra-long Sydney–London A350-1000ULR, while China–Japan travel keeps wobbling as airlines axed all flights on 25 routes and cancelled 1,488 China–Japan flights in June amid weaker Chinese demand. Cruises: Windstar Cruises launches its 2028/2029 Asia season on the Star Seeker, with sailings through Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Singapore, banking on strong regional interest. Singapore Tourism Development: The Greater Sentosa Master Plan is set to reshape the island getaway with new attractions expected from the early 2030s, and Jurong Lake District land sales continue to build Singapore’s second business hub. Regional Connectivity: Vietnam Airlines adds Ho Chi Minh City–Phuket service, pushing Vietnam–Thailand flights to nearly 70 per week. Shopping & Visas: China’s upgraded departure tax refund policy 2.0 is rolling out to speed up airport refunds for overseas shoppers. Health for Travellers: Hong Kong health authorities warn dengue and chikungunya risks are rising as mosquito breeding conditions improve.
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