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The Australian Labor government implemented new international student visa rules in October 2026 requiring most students to apply offshore for new visas. The changes create challenges for students like Fatima Bonna, whose visa now expires before her course ends.

ITB Asia Conference 2026 gathered over 150 industry leaders in Singapore to discuss human-centred travel and innovation. The three-day event focused on Asia-Pacific leisure, MICE, corporate travel, and technology sectors.

ITB Asia 2026 opened in Singapore from 21 to 23 October with over 18,000 participants, new Experience Zones, and a 184% increase in MICE Show Asia space. The event featured 160 speakers, 4,500 minutes of conference sessions, and 60,000 business appointments.