Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:30am on 21 Mar 2024,Thursday India Global
Singapore anticipates hosting over 1.5 million Indian tourists this year, focusing on bolstering hospitality infrastructure and streamlining visa processes. The Singapore Tourism Board aims to surpass pre-pandemic 2019 numbers, acknowledging India's vast tourism potential. Efforts include facilitating seamless visas, adding 9,000 hotel rooms, and boosting air travel connectivity. Additionally, Singapore eyes expanding bilateral trade opportunities, particularly in sectors like pharma, IT, and FinTech. The inaugural APAC edition of NRF Retail Big Show in Singapore further strengthens bilateral ties, featuring industry leaders from both nations. Singapore's initiatives aim to deepen India-Singapore tourism and trade relations.