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WITT Expands Certification of Wellness Hotels Across Asia Amid Growing Demand

WITT Expands Certification of Wellness Hotels Across Asia Amid Growing Demand

WITT (Wellness in Travel & Tourism) has announced the certification of five new properties in Vietnam, Indonesia, and Nepal, as part of its expansion across Asia. This move comes as the Asia-Pacific wellness tourism market is projected to reach USD 204.2 billion by 2026. The certified properties include Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang and Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion in Vietnam, Bali Niksoma Boutique Beach Resort and GDAS Bali Health & Wellness Resort in Indonesia, and Hotel Hokke Lumbini in Nepal. These certifications reflect the growing demand for wellness-focused travel and the integration of wellness into modern hospitality design.
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WITT Expands in Asia as Wellness Tourism Gains Momentum

WITT Expands in Asia as Wellness Tourism Gains Momentum

WITT Expands in Asia as Wellness Tourism Gains Momentum
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Study Explores Solar Energy Generation with Fish and Shrimp Farming

Study Explores Solar Energy Generation with Fish and Shrimp Farming

Study Explores Solar Energy Generation with Fish and Shrimp Farming
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Iran war splits global markets into clear winners and losers

Iran war splits global markets into clear winners and losers

LONDON, May 27 (Reuters) - Three months since the Iran war began, persistently high oil prices have policymakers grappling with renewed inflation fears, while sliding currencies are a headache for some Asian countries.
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Vega City Nha Trang: Emerging Cultural and Lifestyle Hub in Asia

Vega City Nha Trang: Emerging Cultural and Lifestyle Hub in Asia

Vega City Nha Trang in Vietnam is transforming into a vibrant cultural and lifestyle destination. The area is evolving into an integrated coastal enclave, blending local heritage with modern social rhythms. The development includes high-altitude lifestyle resorts and cultural venues, enhancing its appeal as a cultural hub. The introduction of Vega Alora, managed by The Ascott Limited, will add a residential layer, integrating hospitality and social spaces. This development aims to create a seamless lifestyle experience, attracting both locals and tourists.
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Analysis-A warning to critical minerals buyers: avoid butter mountains, aluminium floods

Analysis-A warning to critical minerals buyers: avoid butter mountains, aluminium floods

By Melanie Burton MELBOURNE, May 26 (Reuters) - Western governments, currently ploughing tens of billions of dollars into critical minerals in an effort to break their reliance on China, could look to history to see how well-intentioned efforts to prop up commodity sectors can backfire.
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Viettel's Natcom and Haiti's Central Bank Collaborate on Digital Finance Initiatives

Viettel's Natcom and Haiti's Central Bank Collaborate on Digital Finance Initiatives

Vietnam's Viettel Group, through its local operation Natcom, is collaborating with Haiti's Central Bank to enhance digital finance projects in the Caribbean nation. The discussions, led by Viettel's chairman Tao Duc Thang and Haiti's Central Bank governor Ronal Gabriel, focused on expanding digital payment infrastructure and financial systems. This partnership aims to accelerate Haiti's digital economy by implementing advanced digital disbursement platforms and interbank clearing systems. Natcom, a joint venture between Viettel Global and the Haitian government, has been operational since 2011, providing telecom and digital services across Haiti.
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Routes 360 Highlights New Air Routes and Airport Expansions

Routes 360 Highlights New Air Routes and Airport Expansions

Aviation Week's Routes 360 has reported several key developments in the aviation industry. Notably, a new direct air route will connect Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Colombo, Sri Lanka, for the first time. Additionally, M. R. Štefánik Airport in Bratislava recorded its highest passenger numbers in April, with over 360,000 travelers. Ryanair plans to expand its operations in Bratislava with new routes, and Cam Ranh International Airport in Vietnam is set for a major expansion to increase its capacity significantly by 2050. These developments reflect a period of growth and strategic planning within the aviation sector.
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Wendy Wu Tours Emphasizes Value and Certainty Amid Travel Market Challenges

Wendy Wu Tours Emphasizes Value and Certainty Amid Travel Market Challenges

Wendy Wu Tours Emphasizes Value and Certainty Amid Travel Market Challenges
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Travel And Tour World Ranks Top 30 Wellness Destinations in Americas and Caribbean for 2026

Travel And Tour World Ranks Top 30 Wellness Destinations in Americas and Caribbean for 2026

Travel And Tour World Ranks Top 30 Wellness Destinations in Americas and Caribbean for 2026
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5 Years Ago Today, Friends: The Reunion Finally Premiered Worldwide

5 Years Ago Today, Friends: The Reunion Finally Premiered Worldwide

event; it was a global phenomenon. The special was eagerly anticipated by fans worldwide, and its release strategy reflected the show's internation...
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Indonesian Government Appoints Former Vale Director to Lead PT DSI Amid Export Policy Changes

Indonesian Government Appoints Former Vale Director to Lead PT DSI Amid Export Policy Changes

The Indonesian government has initiated the formation of PT Danantara Sumber Daya Indonesia (DSI) to manage the reporting of exports for strategic commodities such as crude palm oil (CPO), coal, and feronikel. Luke Thomas Mahony, a former director of PT Vale Indonesia, has been appointed as the temporary head of PT DSI. This move is part of broader economic initiatives in Indonesia. The government plans to include CPO, coal, and ferro alloy exports in the reporting mechanism through PT DSI starting June 1. However, this plan has raised concerns among exporters, with several palm oil and coal associations questioning the new policy's direction and its market impact. The government is currently in the process of strengthening the team and has not yet announced the complete structure of PT DSI.