Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algeria’s HTT and China’s Xiamen Airlines signed a digital tourism cooperation agreement during SITEV 2025. The event showcased extensive participation and honored outstanding contributions, reinforcing Algeria’s commitment to tourism digitization and international collaboration.
Algeria’s HTT and China’s Xiamen Airlines signed a framework to boost digital tourism cooperation, aligning with Algeria’s strategic digitalization goals. SITEV 2025 highlighted diverse exhibitors, cultural heritage, and innovation, reinforcing Algeria-China ties and promoting tourism as a key economic driver.
An Ookla study reveals that Qatar and other GCC nations offer top-tier 5G roaming speeds, significantly enhancing the travel experience for visitors. With high download speeds and improved mobile connectivity, GCC countries are solidifying their role as global tourism and business hubs, boosting digital experiences and 5G adoption.
A study by Ookla reveals that Gulf nations, including Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, offer some of the best 5G roaming speeds globally. The research shows that visitors from countries like Austria and Saudi Arabia enjoy top speeds, enhancing the digital experience for travelers and boosting regional tourism.
Travelers from Asia and Europe can now make mobile payments at over 875,000 merchants in Nepal, thanks to a partnership between Nepal Clearing House Limited (NCHL) and Ant International. The service, which supports multiple payment apps, aims to boost tourism and enhance global payment connectivity in Nepal.