Strong 6.5-magnitude earthquake hits Fiji

 A strong 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck the southern Fiji Islands on Monday, but there were no immediate reports of damage. Reuters reported.

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said the quake struck south of the islands at 8:03 a.m. local time on Monday. The epicenter was at a depth of 174 kilometers (108 miles).

The US Tsunami Warning System confirmed that there was no threat of a tsunami despite the strong earthquake, as it was deep in the ocean. There were no reports of damage from the earthquake.

Fiji is famous for its stunning natural beauty and pristine beaches. The islands welcomed nearly a million tourists in 2024.

Thailand hopes for 40 million tourists

 This year, 38 million foreign tourists may visit Thailand. Such information was revealed in a forecast given by the country's Ministry of Tourism on Monday.

A powerful earthquake struck Thailand last Friday. Three days after that, Thailand, one of the most tourist-rich countries in Southeast Asia, made such a forecast about tourists. Tourism Minister Sorawong Thienthong gave this information at a press conference in the Thai capital, Bangkok, yesterday. He said that the impact of the earthquake is temporary. The earthquake that struck last Friday was centered in Myanmar. Numerous buildings and structures collapsed in the 7.7 magnitude earthquake. In this situation, the country is making a positive forecast about tourists.