MADRID, Spain, BTNp: UN Tourism has launched the Safe Destinations Challenge to identify innovative solutions that position the sector as a driver of resilience, safety, and sustainability. The initiative focuses initially on Europe, which welcomed 747 million international tourists in 2024, representing around 58% of the global figures. The Safety of Destinations (SAFE-D) Initiative, led…
To all our passengers who place their trust in Qatar Airways, THIS WEEK week brought an operational crisis few airlines will ever encounter, and one that challenged the very core of what it means to run a global airline. At around 18:00 local time on Monday, 23 June, an unexpected and unprecedented closure of Qatari…
SINGAPORE, BTNp: TRAVEL Meet Asia 2025 marks a dynamic return, drawing a strong lineup of exhibitors from across the globe. This year’s edition brings together over 80% international exhibitors, reflecting the event’s growing influence as a platform for strategic market entry and regional visibility. The strong exhibitor turnout reinforces TMA’s role as a key meeting…
WASHINGTON, D.C./BTNp: THE WORLD Bank approved two significant investments for a total blended finance package of US$2.128 billion to create jobs, boost economic growth and improve clean energy access across Indonesia. These are the first projects approved in support of the new Indonesian Government’s announced goal of reaching high-income status by 2045. The US$1.5 billion…