EU to launch digital border system on October 12, replacing stamps for visitors
Brussels: The EES will start with major airports, then roll to seaports and land crossings over six months before full...
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Anti-immigrants march in UK; anti-racists hold counter protest
More than 100,000 people massed on Saturday in central London for a march and rally organised by far-right activist Tommy...
PIA Announces Limited-Time Promotion for Pakistan-Canada Flights
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced a limited-time promotion for passengers flying between Pakistan and Canada. Under this scheme, travelers...
Hungary Airlines’ ‘Zhengzhou-Budapest’ all-cargo flight route successfully completed its inaugural flight
Henan Daily Zhengzhou: At 2:40 a.m. Beijing time on September 5, an Airbus A330-200F all-cargo aircraft operated by Hungary Airlines,...
China-Pakistan Action Plan to boost air connectivity and people-to-people exchanges
Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan and China have finalized an ambitious China-Pakistan Action Plan (2025–2029) in Beijing, under which the two...
Haitian family allowed into Canada after spending two months in ICE detention
Ottawa: A Haitian family has been allowed in Canada, following nearly two months in an American immigration detention centre after...
Major obstacle delays direct flights from Pakistan to UK
London: The restart of direct flights between Pakistan and the United Kingdom remains uncertain, with no confirmed date announced so...
3 migrants die trying to cross the English Channel from France
Paris: Three migrants have died after attempting to cross the English Channel from northern France, and at least three others...
Italy: Migrants to be released if detention not validated, top court rules
Rome: Italy's supreme Cassation Court has ruled that asylum seekers must be immediately released if their detention has not been...
Italy passes decree against illegal employment of foreigners
Rome: The Italian Cabinet on September 4 passed a decree law to ensure the “legal and orderly” entry of foreign...
Silk Road-themed tourism promotion held in Shanghai
China Economic Net Shanghai: A tourism promotion event highlighting the Hexi Corridor, a key artery of the ancient Silk Road,...
‘Five Eyes’ ministers meet to discuss smashing people smuggling gangs, UK says
London: Homeland ministers from Britain, the United States and the other “Five Eyes” alliance will announce new measures this week...
How will the EU’s new border system work?
Brussels: The EU's much-delayed new digital border system, the Entry/Exit System or EES, will be gradually introduced this autumn. The...
Portugal: Outsourcing” of funicular maintenance criticised
Lisbon: The Coordinating Committee of Workers' Committees of the Lisbon Region (CIL) has criticized the outsourcing of Carris maintenance services,...
My favorite stop on Italy’s Amalfi Coast felt like a hidden gem — plus, it was less crowded than spots like Positano
Melanie Gordon Rome: While on a trip through Italy's Amalfi Coast, I fell in love with the town of Vietri...
What to know about the streetcar derailment in Lisbon
Lisbon: The derailment of a streetcar that is a popular tourist attraction in Portugal’s capital killed 16 people and injured...
China to trial visa-free policy for Russian citizens
China Economic Net Beijing: China has decided to trial visa-free policy for Russian citizens holding ordinary passports starting from Sept....
Portugal rejects Moroccan migrants’ asylum requests in Algarve
Rabat: Portuguese authorities have refused 34 out of 38 asylum requests submitted by Moroccan migrants who arrived on August 8...
Italy, France, and Germany team up for migrant repatriation
Rome: The interior ministers of Italy, France and Germany met on August 29 in Rome to discuss working together on...
The ultimate guide to spending your next vacation in Italy, inspired by Hande Erçel
Rome: As the summer is coming to an end, we’re already dreaming of our next vacation, or whether we can...
UK suspends refugee family reunion applications
London: The government is temporarily suspending new applications for a scheme allowing refugees to bring their family members to the...
Italy: Why Puglia’s slow pace makes it one of Italy’s top road trips
Amelia Duggan Rome: My destination beckons across the undulating valley, framed by sunbaked orchards and a pastel sky growing heavy...
UK wins court ruling to keep asylum seekers in hotel but risks angry response
London: The British government on Friday won a court ruling that means asylum seekers will not have to be evicted...
Family trip to Italy, a truly beautiful experience
Rome: Italy awakens a special magnetism when explored as a family. The country offers a blend that is hard to...
Beach tourism in Italy: A traditional sector in crisis or a case of changing tastes?
Rome: Empty beaches and high prices have been making headlines this summer in Italy. Industry groups report a significant drop...
Ishaq Dar says PIA to launch Manchester flights next month
Celina Ali Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday announced Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) would launch...
24 Afghan migrants detained in Bulgaria
Sofia: Bulgarian border police have announced the detention of 24 Afghan migrants who were discovered in a smuggling vehicle near...
Fortaleza: A Masterpiece on Portugal’s Wild Coastline
Lisbon: Vieira de Moura Architects has captured international attention with their standout project, Villa Fortaleza, the proud winner of Best...
Bulgarian police stop back-to-back migrant transports near Black Sea village
Sofia: Bulgarian border police intercepted two separate vehicles carrying a total of 48 Afghan migrants in the seaside village of...
Pakistani businessman brings taste of home to Khunjerab Pass
Mia Shah | Gwadar Pro As summer tourism peaks from June to August, Pakistani businessman Rahber Khan is seeing brisk...
