Hotel & Brand News: IHG is bringing its HUALUXE brand to Taiwan with a 199-room property in Taipei’s historic Dalongdong area, opening in 2026 near Yuanshan MRT. Food Safety for Travelers: Taiwan’s TFDA says it has not imported a specific Nissin Foods instant noodle batch recalled in Japan over possible plastic fragments, and advises travelers not to buy the affected product. Culture & Entertainment: “The Wedding Banquet” musical returns to Taipei’s National Theater in September for its final local run before expanding overseas. Travel Planning (India): Taiwan’s new Travel Authorization Certificate guide lays out eligibility for Indian passport holders and how to apply online for a free multiple-entry visa. Cross-Strait Risk Watch: Taiwanese scholars warn China’s new “ethnic unity” law (starting July 1) could carry extraterritorial legal and political risks for people in Taiwan, especially those with frequent Strait travel or ties to China. Regional Tourism Pulse: Korea has topped 10 million foreign visitors this year, about a month faster than last year—good news for inbound travel demand across Asia. Food Show Spotlight: Taiwan’s Food Taipei Mega Shows 2026 hosts a Latin America Pavilion featuring specialty foods and agricultural products from Guatemala, Belize, and Paraguay.