<p>Dear Industry Partners,</p><p>The TRUST payment system will be undergoing maintenance and payments will not be possible during these periods:</p><ul><li>20 April 2024 (Saturday) from 12am to 7am</li><li>21 April 2024 (Sunday) from 12am to 6am</li><li>28 April 2024 (Sunday) from 12am to 7am</li></ul><p>We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.</p><p> </p><p>Thank you.</p><p>Travel Agents and Tourist Guide Division </p><p>Singapore Tourism Board</p>
<p>Dear Industry Partners,</p><p>There had been queries regarding the Occupational Progressive Wages (OPW) and training requirements for administrators and drivers.</p><p>To determine if your employees are covered under the OPW, please refer to the job responsibilities listed on the Ministry of Manpower's (MOM) <a href="https://www.mom.gov.sg/employment-practices/progressive-wage-model/occupational-pws-for-administrators-and-drivers">website</a>.</p><p>Thank you.</p><p>Singapore Tourism Board<br>Travel Agents and Tourist Guides Division</p>
<p>Dear Industry Partners</p><p> </p><p>STB has received feedback on the traffic dis-amenities along Connaught Drive.</p><p>The coach lots surrounding Connaught Drive, Parliament Place, St Andrew Road are for Pick-Up and Drop-Off (PUDO) activities only. </p><p><strong>Parking is NOT allowed in these lots.</strong> All tour coaches are encouraged to park at the designated coach park located at Raffles Boulevard Coach Parking. The map of the designated coach park is provided in the attachment for your reference.</p><p>We seek your cooperation to direct your coach drivers to the designated coach park. Your cooperation is important to facilitate and minimise the dis-amenities along Connaught Drive due to the high volume of visitors in the Civic District and in particular The Merlion.</p><p>Failure to abide by the road traffic act may result in a fine by the road traffic enforcement officers.</p><p> </p><p>Regards</p><p>Tour and Industry Development Department</p><p>Singapore Tourism Board</p><p> </p><p>. </p>
<p>Dear Industry Partners,</p><p> </p><p>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has updated its travel advisory for Lebanon on 18 October 2023. <br>Read more: <a href="https://go.gov.sg/20231018talebanon">https://go.gov.sg/20231018talebanon</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS PRESS STATEMENT</strong></p><p><strong>TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR LEBANON, 18 OCTOBER 2023</strong></p><p>In view of the volatile situation in the region, Singaporeans are advised to defer all travel to Lebanon. Singaporeans currently in Lebanon should leave the country as soon as possible via available commercial options. Singaporeans who choose to remain in Lebanon should remain vigilant,monitor local developments closely and heed the advice of the Lebanese government. They should also avoid travel to the Lebanon-Israel border areas, as well as avoid protests and large gatherings. </p><p>Singaporeans in Lebanon are strongly encouraged to eRegister with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at <a href="https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg">https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg</a> so that we can contact them should the need arise. Those who need consular assistance while in Lebanon may contact the Singapore Honorary Consulate-General in Beirut or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hours) at:</p><p><strong>Honorary Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Beirut</strong></p><p>Address: Center Sofil, Charles Malek Avenue<br>Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon<br>P.O.Box 166730<br>Telephone: +961-1-334-335, 200-786, 200-787<br>Email: <a href="mailto:singaporeconsulate@cyberia.net.lb">singaporeconsulate@cyberia.net.lb</a></p><p><strong>Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hr)</strong></p><p>Address: Tanglin, Singapore 248163<br>Tel: +65 6379 8800/8855<br>Fax: +65 6476 7302<br>Email: <a href="mailto:mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg">mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg</a></p><p> </p><p>On behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), </p><p> </p><p>Travel Agents and Tourist Guides Division</p>
<p>Dear Industry Partners,</p><p> </p><p>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has issued the updated travel advisory for Israel and the Palestinian Territories.<br>Read more: <a href="https://go.gov.sg/20231010-utaisrael">https://go.gov.sg/20231010-utaisrael</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS PRESS STATEMENT</strong></p><p><strong>TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR ISRAEL AND THE PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES, 10 OCTOBER 2023</strong></p><p>As indicated in MFA’s previous Travel Advisory for Israel and the Palestinian Territories, which was last updated on 8 October, Singaporeans should avoid all travel to the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, and Israel’s borders with the Gaza Strip, Lebanon and Syria. Singaporeans should also avoid all non-essential travel to Israel in view of the ongoing conflict. </p><p>In view of the latest developments, Singaporeans travelling to or residing in Israel and the Palestinian Territories should leave Israel as soon as possible via available commercial options. Those who wish to remain in Israel are advised to remain vigilant, monitor local developments closely, and avoid areas known for public disturbances or where large crowds congregate, especially in the Old City and East Jerusalem including Haram al-Sharif/Temple Mount. They should take all necessary precautions for personal safety including purchasing comprehensive travel and medical insurance.</p><p>In addition, Singaporeans are strongly encouraged to eRegister with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at <a href="https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg">https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg</a> so that we can contact you should the need arise. Singaporeans are also advised to stay in touch with your family and friends so that they know you are safe. Those who need consular assistance while in Israel or the Palestinian Territories may contact the Singapore Embassy in Tel Aviv or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hours) at:</p><p><strong>Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Israel (Tel Aviv)</strong><br><br>Address: 28 HaArba’a Street, South Tower (19th floor), Tel Aviv 6473926, Israel<br>Tel: +972 3 7289334<br>Fax: +972 3 7289340<br>Email: <a href="mailto:singemb_tlv@mfa.sg">singemb_tlv@mfa.sg</a></p><p><strong>Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hr)</strong><br><br>Address: Tanglin, Singapore 248163<br>Tel: +65 6379 8800/8855<br>Fax: +65 6476 7302<br>Email: <a href="mailto:mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg">mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg</a></p><p> </p><p>On behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), </p><p> </p><p>Travel Agents and Tourist Guides Division</p>