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Tragedy Strikes Chinese Holiday: 12 Dead in Explosion and Helicopter Crash.

Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News

At least nine workers died in an explosion at a petrochemical plant in Liaocheng, China, while three others were killed in a helicopter crash near Xi'an during the May Day holiday. The cause of both incidents is under investigation. Two earthquakes in the southwest of the country caused minor damage and injured 10 people. Despite improvements, industrial safety remains a major issue in China, with accidents often blamed on poor oversight and a lax approach to safety regulations.

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Chinese Tourist Numbers Remain Below Pre-COVID Levels.

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters

Bookings for overseas trips during China's upcoming May Day holiday have increased by 157% from the beginning of April, according to Ctrip. However, the numbers are still far below pre-COVID levels due to supply-side constraints in the air industry and tourism sector in destination countries. Flights to Europe are up to 80% more expensive than before the pandemic, while trips to Japan and South Korea have only recovered to 5%-10% of February 2019 levels. Chinese tourists used to make up a significant portion of arrivals in Southeast Asian countries, and their return is crucial for regional economies.

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