Ebola Travel Measures: The US, Mexico and Canada announced aligned public health rules for arrivals from the highest-risk African regions ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026, with Canada banning entry from DR Congo, Uganda and South Sudan for 90 days and asking a 21-day quarantine. Aviation Costs: Asia-Pacific passenger traffic rose 5% in early 2026, but jet fuel prices pushed higher airfare pressure as airlines hold back on expansion. World Cup Logistics: Hong Kong opened expanded Terminal 2 at HKIA, while in the US, host cities are preparing for crowd and transit strain, including MBTA commuter rail disruptions around Foxboro match days. Tourism Growth Race: Mexico outpaced the US and Canada for international tourism spending growth in 2025, and the Philippines is leaning on ASEAN chairmanship and “warmth and authenticity” to catch up. Regional Tourism Moves: Thailand and Vietnam signed an MoU to boost routes and frequencies, including Vietnam Airlines’ new Ho Chi Minh City–Phuket service from July 2. Local Spotlight: Victoria’s Rochester and Echuca are finalists in Australia’s Top Tourism Town awards. Aviation Disruption Watch: Goa’s international flights and passengers plunged in April amid regional turmoil.