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Andhra Pradesh accelerates MICE ambitions with new infrastructure and policies

The Andhra Pradesh government is set to unveil a dedicated MICE Policy to transform the southern Indian state into an international business events destination. The...

Phuket secures three major global conferences for 2026

Phuket, Thailand, is gearing up for the global spotlight after winning the hosting bids...

Gold Coast sets its sights on upcoming APVRS Congress

The Gold Coast has won the bid to host the 19th Asia-Pacific Vitreo-retina Society...

Affordability, direct flights secure Colombo for IASP 2027

Sri Lanka has been selected as the host for the International Association for Suicide...

Utsunomiya leverages Tokyo proximity to drive 2026 MICE ambitions

Utsunomiya, near Tokyo, hopes to welcome more international conventions in 2026 by capitalising on...

Q&A

Reframing India’s global pitch

As India bolsters its business events infrastructure with world-class venues, the industry’s focus is shifting toward global marketing, aggressive bidding support, and ecosystem development. Chander Mansharamani, vice chairman of the India Convention Promotion Bureau (ICPB), outlines the strategic roadmap for India to compete on the world stage

China’s changing outlook

UFI 2025 Medal of Honour recipient Chen Xianjin looks back on 40 years of industry leadership, sharing insights on the current state of China’s market, and how to retain the workforce of tomorrow

Technology

Jublia launches AI chatbots for event websites and public users

AI-powered event technology provider, Jublia, has launched Ask Judy AI in Public Mode, an extension of its widely adopted event assistant, Ask Judy AI....

New technology is reshaping attendee experiences, but inclusivity and data protection...

Augmented and mixed reality (AR and MR) are set to revolutionise the business events...

Trip.Biz presents suite of solutions for better travel management

Trip.Biz, the corporate travel management brand of Trip.com Group, has unveiled the Trip.Biz Product Matrix, a suite of...

Evexus takes flight in APAC on July 4

Evexus, an event management software solution from Australia, will launch in Asia-Pacific on July...

Perspectives

Intelligence

Exhibition industry heats up with AI and new formats: UFI

UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, has released the 36th edition of its flagship Global Exhibition Barometer report, offering fresh insights into...

Hilton report reveals human motivations redefining 2026 global meetings

As artificial intelligence and digital technology continue to transform professional connectivity, a new global study from Hilton demonstrates that authentic, in-person experiences remain irreplaceable...

Bleisure top of mind for APAC travellers in 2026: Agoda

Digital travel platform Agoda's 2026 Travel Outlook Report reveals that business travellers across Asia-Pacific...

Rising hotel costs, economic headwinds demand proactive travel strategy: BCD 2026...

BCD Travel has released its next Travel Market Report dedicated to a 2026 Outlook...

Editor's Pick

Time to shine

Vietnam is emerging as a regional business events powerhouse, capitalising on infrastructure, diverse event offerings, and integrated bleisure experiences

Green splendour

Kutchan is launching a suite of products to transform its identity from a winter resort into a compelling year-round business event destination

The forward itinerary

Business events leaders from around Asia-Pacific share their 2026 outlook on the key trends, opportunities, and challenges that will redefine the coming year

Ascent of the East

Corporate travel optimism surges, with the Asia-Pacific region dominating global spending and accelerating worldwide travel growth through 2026

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