AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoVisa Rules for Travelers: The US says the ESTA online application takes about 23 minutes on average, and it has published the full list of 42 countries whose citizens can use ESTA instead of a traditional visa—along with what applicants must prepare (passport, selfie, contact details) and the $40.27 fee. Working Holiday Updates: Japan confirmed its Working Holiday programme now covers 32 countries and regions (as of April 2026), while Australia released a list of 19 reciprocal Working Holiday partners that includes Taiwan. Taiwan in Culture Abroad: Taiwan’s temple culture drew crowds in Poland’s Lodz with traditional music, deity processions, performances, and a Taiwan-themed market. Travel Security Watch: Taiwan is drafting travel guidelines for Taiwanese heading to China as Beijing prepares new border rules that may include inspections of personal devices like phones. Airline & Tourism Links: Malaysia Airlines is deepening Asia-Pacific tourism partnerships, including with Taiwan, to boost joint marketing and destination demand.
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