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Malaysia – Transport minister: No social distancing aboard aircraft in line with IATA guidelines for Covid-19

PUTRAJAYA, June 11 — The decision to do away with social distancing on board aircraft was made after taking into account international standards and guidelines of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), said Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong. Malaysia was previously among the countries that carried out social distancing aboard aircraft during […]

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Thailand: Foreign inflows drive baht past 31

The baht has surged past 31 per US dollar on the back of month-to-date net foreign inflows moving into local equities and bonds, a motion contrary to Thailand’s sputtering economic outlook. The local currency has strengthened by 2.7% against the dollar since the end of May, ranking third after Indonesia’s rupiah and South Korea’s won, […]

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THAI looks at plan to delay flights until Aug 1

Thai Airways International (THAI) has admitted it is looking to delay yet again the resumption of scheduled flights to Aug 1 although this is only a plan, said airline board member Pirapan Salirathavibhaga. Mr Pirapan said the plan was being studied by the airline’s commerce department and it would help the company prepare better in […]

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Indonesia: Hospitality industry boosts online presence to attract future travelers

Hospitality industry players are focusing on strengthening their online public relations (PR) campaigns to maintain their relations with customers in the hopes of rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to government and company officials. Global hotel chain Marriott’s property in Bali, Westin Nusa Dua, for instance, has been actively conducting online campaigns through its website […]

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Cambodia: Grab launches new safety features

Grab, Southeast Asia’s leading everyday app, today announced GrabProtect, a comprehensive set of safety and hygiene tech features and stricter safety policies to minimise risks of the spread of COVID-19. As part of the programme launch, Grab distributed care packs comprising rice, drinks and hygiene essentials to 5,000 of its ride-hailing drivers in Phnom Penh. […]

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Cambodia: Gov’t needs a clear post-virus strategy

An economic observer, economist and researcher have said that the Cambodian government needs to provide an unambiguous direction on the road ahead with clear markers and an exit strategic plan for the outbreak of COVID-19 restrictions. Only then can it give people and businesses a sense of hope, a timeline to make plans and a […]

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