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FAA Outage Grounds Flights Across Midwest on August 7, 2026
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Vietnam Records Nearly 14 Million International Visitors in 2026; Europe Leads Growth
Vietnam saw nearly 14 million international visitors in 2026, with Europe as the main growth driver in arrivals, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism.
India’s Travel and Tourism Sector Valued at $263.6 Billion in 2025 by WTTC
India's travel and tourism industry was valued at $263.6 billion in 2025 by the World Travel & Tourism Council. Vishnu Rageev R, assistant editor at Asian Hospitality, reported this valuation based on WTTC data.
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