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Fires and illness will blight Australian tourism

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AUSTRALIA

Restrictions on travel from China have caused direct losses of up to 2 billion Australian dollars (1.3 billion US dollars) in that market alone. Meanwhile, Australian tourism and…

Worsening US relations weigh on Cuba tourism prospects

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CUBA

Cuba tourism challenges.

Tourism shift may aid a balanced recovery in Africa

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AFRICA

However, in many places, this has been mostly driven by rising commodity prices, and has therefore been both uneven and hostage to global markets. Reviving tourism is seen as a…

Earthquake sets back Nepal's development goals

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NEPAL

The political and economic impact of the earthquake.

Tourism may grow in Mexico despite rising violence

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MEXICO

Tourist security.

Risk of Greek euro exit has risen but is still small

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GREECE

The prospects for Greek departure from the euro-area.

Regulatory failings loom over Thai economy, stability

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THAILAND

The junta's regulatory failings -- and their impact.

Tough economic challenges await Taiwan president-elect

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TAIWAN

The election in January of Lai Ching-te as president signalled continuity in economic policy, and economic pressure from Beijing has to date had limited effect. However, Lai faces…

Politics undermine Macau’s diversification plans

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MACAU

However, Macau’s economy has become ever more dependent on gambling, and governance has become no more inclusive or consultative. Even mainland China has outpaced Macau in its use…

COVID-19 means economic distress for Pacific Islands

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PACIFIC ISLANDS

However, containment measures will cause social tensions and devastate tourism and fishing, their two key income sources.