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IN-DEPTH
Far reaching fallout of US war on Iran
The war in Iran is causing significant economic hardship globally. Ireland, which imports 100% of its oil and nearly all its gas, is particularly vulnerable. In Austria, gasoline prices have risen, prompting a temporary fuel price cap and devastating reduction in tourism revenue.
IN-DEPTH
The Vision 2030 Saudi pipe dream
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PAKISTAN
Winter tourists raise hope for Kashmir’s battered tourism sector
The struggling tourism industry of Indian-controlled Kashmir has seen a glimmer of hope with the influx of winter tourists.
REPORTS
18 million tourism jobs at risk in EU
Throughout the summer, this was a familiar site; those in the hospitality sector, standing around waiting for customers. The EU's tourism industry, which accounts for 10% of the bloc's entire economic output or GDP, has been decimated by the coronavirus.
BAZAAR
Iran’s hospitality industry
Iran can potentially host 40-50 million tourists each year, however, the current condition of the infrastructure is not ready for such an influx.
THE OUTBREAK
Pandemic impact on travel industry
The tourism industry is one of the hardest-hit by the outbreak of COVID-19 as lockdowns have all but ground the sector to a halt.
SAUDI ARABIA
Saudi Arabia’s tourism may fall 45% over pandemic
Saudi Arabia’s tourism industry could take a hit of up to 45 percent as a result of the novel coronavirus pandemic.
ECONOMY
Travel restrictions could cost US $10 billion by Chinese visitors
Travel restrictions related to the novel coronavirus from China could impact city and state economies across the United States, analysts say.
ECONOMY
Iran to open century-old palace to tourists
Iran is set to open a historic palace in Tehran to tourists after more than 40 years of closure.
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