New Zealand Eases Visitor Visa Rules to Attract Digital Nomads New Zealand has officially opened its doors to digital nomads by relaxing visitor visa rules, allowing foreign professionals to work remotely while staying in the country. Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis announced the changes, emphasizing that visitors working for overseas

Pakistan Tourism promote the country’s tourism potential in New York The two-day Travel & Adventure Show 2025 commenced in New York on Sunday, with Pakistan making a remarkable impression through its dedicated tourism pavilion. The Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) and the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), in collaboration

Philippines to Host ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026 in Cebu, Manila, and Boracay The Philippines has officially been selected to host the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Tourism Forum (ATF) in 2026. The event, which serves as the premier gathering of ASEAN tourism leaders, will take place in Cebu, with

Spain Plans 100% Property Tax on Non-EU Buyers to Combat Housing Crisis Spain is taking bold steps to address its worsening housing crisis by introducing a 100% property tax on homes purchased by non-EU residents. The measure, announced by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, aims to ease pressure on the

The UAE’s recent tightening of visa requirements for Pakistani citizens has created significant obstacles for travelers, with rejection rates reportedly reaching 99%. This policy shift has raised concerns among stakeholders, as it impacts thousands of individuals and poses challenges to bilateral relations. 1. Stringent Financial Requirements Pakistani applicants must now

UK Introduces New ETA for Non-EU Travelers Starting January 2025 The UK has officially launched its Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for non-EU travelers, marking a significant step towards fully digitizing its borders. Starting from January 8, 2025, travelers from countries such as the US, Canada, and Australia will need to

Tourists visiting Gilgit-Baltistan will now face a new financial burden, as the region has introduced a tax on non-local visitors. The new policy mandates a tax of PKR 2,000 for vehicles entering Gilgit-Baltistan, while motorcyclists will be charged PKR 500 per individual. Additionally, non-local hotel owners in the area will

China has revealed its latest high-speed train innovation, the CR450 EMU (Electric Multiple Unit), at a grand unveiling in Beijing. Designed to revolutionize rail travel, the CR450 is set to achieve speeds of 400 kilometers per hour, positioning it as the fastest high-speed train globally. During testing, the CR450 reached

The Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC), under the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development (OP&HRD), is set to export both skilled and unskilled manpower to Bahrain’s construction sector. The OEC is currently collecting documents from interested candidates across Pakistan until December 18, 2024. OEC has been exporting skilled labor

The 14th Pakistan Mountain Festival, organized by Devcom-Pakistan to commemorate International Mountain Day, began with a cleanup drive on Margalla Hills Trail-5. Over 100 university students participated, showcasing their dedication to preserving mountain ecosystems and raising awareness about natural resource conservation. Observed annually on December 11, International Mountain Day was