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Malaysia Airlines deepens strategic tourism partnerships across Asia-Pacific to drive travel demand

Malaysia Airlines is deepening its tourism partnerships across Asia-Pacific, reinforcing its role as a catalyst for connectivity and tourism growth. Through partnerships with tourism boards and destination marketing organisations across Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Singapore, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and Malaysia, the airline will support joint marketing and promotional initiatives to stimulate travel demand, enhance connectivity and encourage more travellers to explore the region.

Breaking Travel NewsBreaking Travel News12 Sept

Death toll from Philippines ferry fire rises to 35, as officials warn toll will grow

The deadly fire had begun in the ferry’s cargo hold, then tore through the ship within seconds The bodies of passengers killed in a ferry fire off the Philippines arrived at a port near the resort town of Coron, Palawan, on Saturday morning, as the country’s coast guard warned the death toll of 35 would grow. Tents were being set up to receive 30 bodies brought from the M/V June Aster, which ran aground near the tourist hotspot after a fire erupted on Wednesday evening and tore through the vessel “in seconds”. Continue reading...

The GuardianThe Guardian•Agence France-Presse12 Sept

Philippines: DSWD DROMIC Report #80 on the Combined Effects of Enhanced Southwest Monsoon and Tropical Cyclones “Luis”, “Maymay”, “Neneng”, and “Pilandok” as of 11 September 2026, 6AM

Country: Philippines Source: Government of the Philippines Please refer to the attached file. I. Situation Overview On 30 July 2026 at 4:00 PM, the trough of a Low Pressure Area (LPA 07f) affected the eastern sections of Visayas and Mindanao. On the same day, the trough of the LPA brought continuous heavy rainfall, resulting in flash floods in Zamboanga City. On 01 August 2026, the LPA located east of Infanta, Quezon developed into Tropical Depression (TD) Luis. On 02 August 2026, TD Luis brought moderate to heavy rainfall, strong winds, and rough sea conditions across Northern and Central Luzon, resulting in flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas, particularly in the Cagayan Valley Region. Continuous moderate to heavy rainfall was also experienced in parts of La Union and Pangasinan. The effects of TD Luis also extended to the Bicol Region, where a Yellow Rainfall Warning was raised over Camarines Norte due to the risk of flooding in low-lying areas and communities near river channels. Moderate to heavy rainfall also affected parts of Masbate, Camarines Sur, and Sorsogon. Meanwhile, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) suspended sea travel for all types of vessels in the Province of Catanduanes and the eastern portion of Camarines Norte due to hazardous sea conditions. On 03 August 2026, TD Luis brought rains accompanied by gusty winds over the Province of Aurora, while the rest of Central Luzon experienced cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms associated with the tropical cyclone (TC). At 11:00 PM on the same day, TD Luis weakened into a LPA while in the vicinity of Peñablanca, Cagayan. On 04 August 2026, the LPA west of La Union developed into TD “Maymay”. The TD remained over the sea west of La Union, intensified into a Tropical Storm (TS), and gradually moved northward and east-northeastward toward the Ilocos area on the following day. On 06 August 2026, “Maymay” made landfall near Magsingal, Ilocos Sur, traversed Northern Luzon and then moved over the Philippine Sea while weakening into a TD. By 07 August 2026, “Maymay” had weakened into an LPA over the Philippine Sea. On 08 August 2026, the effects of the Southwest Monsoon (SWM) continued to affect the country, bringing heavy rains, flooding, and strong winds in several areas. In Western Visayas, flooding and strong winds were reported in Antique, Aklan, and Iloilo City, while sea trips were cancelled, leaving passengers stranded in several ports. A tornado also struck parts of Iloilo City, damaging roofs, power lines, and trees. Flooding was likewise reported in several areas in the National Capital Region (NCR). On 18 August 2026, the LPA located 1,025 km East of Extreme Northern Luzon (20.4°N, 131.8°E) developed into TD “Neneng”. On 19 August 2026, TD “Neneng” slightly intensified as it moved northwestward over the sea east of Batanes. On 20 August 2026, TD “Neneng” weakened into a LPA and exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). On 28 August 2026, an LPA was estimated based on all available data at 720 km East of Itbayat, Batanes. On 30 August 2026, the LPA located 1,225 km East of Extreme Northern Luzon developed into TD “Pilandok”. On 01 September 2026, 8:00 AM, Tropical Depression "PILANDOK" intensified into a Tropical Storm with the international name "KROVANH" . On 03 September 2026, 4:30 AM. Tropical Storm "PILANDOK" exited PAR. In response, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through its Field Offices (FOs) Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), I, II, III, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, V, VI, VIII, IX, and NCR, is in close coordination with the affected Local Government Units (LGUs), to monitor the situation and ensure the provision of necessary assistance to the affected population. Meanwhile, the DSWD FOs NCR, CAR, I, II, III, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, V, VI, VIII and IX have already provided relief assistance to address the immediate needs of the affected families and individuals. Additionally, the DSWD ensures the protection of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) through Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) and dedicated IDP Protection mechanisms, while continuously working with affected LGUs to support response and recovery efforts.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Government of the Philippines11 Sept

Philippines Leptospirosis Epidemic: Situation Report #1 (September 10, 2026)

Country: Philippines Source: International Medical Corps Please refer to the attached file. FAST FACTS Throughout August, an usually strong southwest monsoon has caused severe flooding in Metro Manila, Central Luzon and parts of the Visayas, leading to an outbreak of leptospirosis. As of September 7, the Department of Health reported 6,253 cases and 378 deaths, prompting Manila City to declare an epidemic. The situation underscores the urgent need to strengthen surveillance, detection, treatment capacity, risk communication and preventive measures, especially in flood-affected communities. OUR FOOTPRINT International Medical Corps has been active in the Philippines since 2013, providing humanitarian assistance and emergency response to communities affected by major disasters across the country, including typhoons, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. OUR RESPONSE International Medical Corps had already integrated leptospirosis-preparedness programming into our ongoing activities by prepositioning doxycycline and other essential medicines at the rural health units (RHUs) in Calumpit and Hagonoy, Bulacan province, ahead of the monsoon season. Thanks in part to the fact that the RHUs have utilized the donated doxycycline as part of their leptospirosis prevention efforts, leptospirosis cases have so far not been reported in Calumpit and Hagonoy, despite prolonged flooding. This highlights the importance of early preparedness and timely prepositioning of essential medicines. As the rainy season is expected to continue through November, International Medical Corps will continue to monitor the emergence of leptospirosis cases. We will continue to support the RHUs in Calumpit and Hagonoy in their leptospirosis prevention efforts, particularly as floodwaters may recede slowly in these areas. International Medical Corps will also explore opportunities to scale up our response in other areas affected by flooding and at risk of a leptospirosis outbreak. This may include strengthening event- and case-based surveillance and referral mechanisms, including RHU and BHS staff training, implementing risk communication and community engagement activities to strengthen community awareness and promote preventive practices, and supporting timely access to appropriate preventive measures by providing essential medications.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Medical Corps10 Sept