Khalil Al Zadjali, Head of Oman at Cavendish Maxwell, has been appointed Vice President of the Valuation Committee at the Oman Real Estate Association (ORA). The appointment comes as Oman enters a new phase of real estate growth, driven by economic diversification, modern legislation and major urban development projects that are leading to rising demand for residential, commercial and tourism-related properties.

Malaysia Airlines has officially charted a stronger course into China with the launch of new direct services from Kuala Lumpur to Shenzhen (SZX) and Changsha (CSX). This strategic expansion reflects the surging demand for travel between both nations – driven by increasingly robust economic partnerships and a shared appetite for leisure and business travel, allowing the national carrier to effectively tap into a broader, more diversified segment of China, its second largest international market by number of destinations.

Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has signed a new agreement with leading travel technology company Amadeus to deploy a range of innovative revenue management, shopping, and distribution solutions. The deal will accelerate the digital transformation of the flag-carrier, driving demand and delivering an enriched passenger experience through smarter pricing and broader distribution.

London Stansted has strengthened its position as the UK’s leading gateway to Italy after expanding its network to 30 destinations, making Italy the best-served country from the airport. From the historic streets of Rome, Venice, Naples and Florence and regional favourites such as Bari, Brindisi, Perugia, Pescara, Reggio Calabria to the stunning beaches of Sardinia, Sicily and Puglia, London Stansted’s extensive Italian network provides passengers with more choice than ever for summer getaways, city breaks and visits to family and friends.

This July, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and Dhawa Ihuru reaffirm their long-standing commitment to protecting the Maldives through a month of conservation initiatives that inspire guests to become active stewards of the ocean. Plastic Free July: Protecting the Maldives’ Blue Heart

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is proud to unveil the first details of Centara Hotel & Residences Van Don, a new bayfront destination set to open in Q4 2026. Marking the group’s second property in Vietnam, this hotel brings Centara’s warm, Thai-inspired hospitality, world-class service, and Signature Experiences to one of the country’s most promising coastal locations.

Fiji continues to strengthen its position as one of the world’s leading tourism destinations, earning recognition across several prestigious international travel and marketing awards that celebrate destination excellence, innovative tourism marketing and industry leadership.