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Malaysia brings home 121 suspected victims of job scams trapped in Myanmar conflict

Malaysia brings home 121 suspected victims of job scams trapped in Myanmar conflict

A total of 121 people, mostly Malaysians suspected of being victims of job scams, were evacuated from Myanmar on Friday after being stranded by fighting between the military and rebel groups in the country's north, Malaysia's foreign ministry said.
Malaysia visa waiver announcement sends travel searches soaring in China

Malaysia visa waiver announcement sends travel searches soaring in China

Searches for Malaysia have surged on Chinese travel platforms after that country announced that Chinese visitors would be allowed 30-day visa-free entry from Dec. 1.
November 30, 2023 | 03:27 pm PT
Vietnam Airlines launches Bangkok-Da Nang route

Vietnam Airlines launches Bangkok-Da Nang route

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines launched a direct route linking Da Nang international airport to Bangkok-based Don Mueang international airport on Wednesday.
November 29, 2023 | 07:35 pm PT
November foreign visitor numbers highest since Covid

November foreign visitor numbers highest since Covid

Vietnam received 1.23 million foreign visitors in November, the highest monthly number since it reopened its borders after Covid in March last year.
November 29, 2023 | 03:47 am PT
Thailand to allow clubs, bars to stay open longer to boost tourism

Thailand to allow clubs, bars to stay open longer to boost tourism

Thailand's cabinet has approved a ministerial regulation that extends the opening hours of night clubs and entertainment venues in a bid to draw in more tourists, a government spokesperson said on Tuesday.
November 28, 2023 | 04:54 pm PT
Malaysian arrested for kidnapping Chinese tourist

Malaysian arrested for kidnapping Chinese tourist

Philippines police have detained a 30-year-old Malaysia man for kidnapping and physically assaulting a female Chinese tourist.
November 27, 2023 | 11:33 pm PT
Singapore court orders PM's estranged brother to pay damages to ministers

Singapore court orders PM's estranged brother to pay damages to ministers

A Singapore court on Monday ordered the prime minister's estranged brother to pay damages to two cabinet ministers over a Facebook post they said was defamatory.
November 27, 2023 | 06:51 pm PT
Thai para-athlete groom kills bride on wedding day

Thai para-athlete groom kills bride on wedding day

A decorated Thai para-athlete murdered his bride and four other people at their wedding reception before turning his gun on himself, police said Monday.
November 27, 2023 | 06:44 pm PT
Chinese airlines cancel flights to Thailand amid falling demand

Chinese airlines cancel flights to Thailand amid falling demand

A series of Chinese carriers have canceled flights to Thailand for December and January due to low travel demand despite visa waiver efforts.
November 27, 2023 | 03:22 pm PT
Tourist attractions inside Singapore's Changi airport

Tourist attractions inside Singapore's Changi airport

At each terminal inside Singapore's Changi airport, there are uniquely designed attractions for visitors to explore and take photos.
November 26, 2023 | 05:08 pm PT
Malaysia to allow 30-day visa-free entry for Chinese, Indians

Malaysia to allow 30-day visa-free entry for Chinese, Indians

The Malaysian government has announced that tourists from China and India will be allowed 30-day visa-free entry from Dec. 1 as part of its tourism and economic revival efforts.
November 26, 2023 | 11:49 pm PT
China offers 15-day visa exemption for Malaysians

China offers 15-day visa exemption for Malaysians

China announced it would allow Malaysian tourists visa-free stays of up to 15 days starting Dec. 1, in its latest effort to lure tourists from the Southeast Asian country.
November 25, 2023 | 12:21 am PT
Thailand offers 10-year visas for investors

Thailand offers 10-year visas for investors

Thailand will offer 10-year visas for investors in targeted businesses in its industrial eastern region to attract foreign investment, a deputy prime minister said on Friday.
November 24, 2023 | 06:51 pm PT
Thailand expects up to 3.5 million Chinese tourists this year, below target

Thailand expects up to 3.5 million Chinese tourists this year, below target

Thailand expects 3.4-3.5 million visitors from China this year, below its target, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) said on Friday, despite rolling out a visa-free program to attract Chinese tourists.
November 23, 2023 | 09:03 pm PT
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