Coastal Cleanup Push (Sri Lanka): Sri Lanka is removing about 2,500 unauthorized coastal structures, with demolitions already underway and owners told to clear sites by Sept 10, as officials cite environmental risks. Overtourism & Short-Term Rentals (Tokyo): Shinjuku plans to ban more than half of holiday rentals in residential areas, targeting Airbnb-style private lodging after resident complaints. Tourism Funding & Culture Wars (Sarasota, US): Sarasota County approved $2.1m in tourist-tax arts grants, but Urbanite Theatre lost its funding after refusing a DEI acknowledgement required under a new state law. New Trade Fair (Armenia): TOUR EXPO 2026 opened in Yerevan, bringing together about 50 companies to showcase destinations and deals and build industry connections. Regional Marketing Boost (New Zealand): New Zealand will spend $5m on regional campaigns to draw more international visitors beyond main gateways, including a Rotorua-led push for Chinese travellers. Flight Disruption (Indonesia/UAE): Emirates cancelled Dubai–Jakarta flights and Etihad delayed Abu Dhabi–Jakarta services after volcanic ash closures at Soekarno-Hatta and Jakarta. Tourism Growth With Rules (Karnataka, India): Karnataka’s tourism minister says there will be no push to make the coast a casino hub and that large commercial lodges won’t be allowed under the “homestay” label. Tourism & Spending Dip (Canary Islands): July saw fewer international visitors and lower spend in the Canaries, bucking Spain’s broader tourism growth. Wildlife & Eco-Tourism Plan (Assam, India): Assam will build a wildlife safari and rescue centre in Dibrugarh at an estimated Rs 534 crore. Tourism Expo Evolution (Zimbabwe): Zimbabwe’s Sanganai/Hlanganani/Dzimbahwe World Tourism Expo heads to Masvingo from Sept 9–12, aiming to deepen international market reach.