IBTM Announces Launch of IBTM Asia Pacific in Bangkok for 2027
Uniting APAC buyers and suppliers via hosted model and smart matchmaking at BITEC for high-value business events impact.
Sarawak to Convene 1,000 Delegates at SEA Tourist Guides Conference in Sibu
Hosting 3rd SEA Tourist Guides Conference 2026 (13-15 Oct, Sibu) to boost ASEAN guiding standards and Sarawak's business events profile.
Ottawa Tourism and Invest Ottawa Strengthen Bid-Winning Partnership
The two are highlighting their growing partnership to attract and secure high-value international conferences and events for Ottawa.
Cubex Brings the Meetings Industry’s ‘Three Michelin Stars’ Back to Prague
Cubex Centre Prague ranked first in the Small Convention Centres category, achieving an exceptional overall score of 4.970 out of 5.
Geneva Strengthens Its Position as a Leading Host for International Association Congresses
In 2025, the Geneva Convention Bureau confirmed 43 association conferences for the coming year, representing a 39% increase on 2024.
Kenya Approves Revival of Its National Convention Bureau
The decision signals renewed government commitment, positioning Kenya as a growing regional hub for business tourism.
IAPCO Announces New Destination Partnership With Meeting Destination Vienna
Vienna joins IAPCO to champion best practice, support knowledge exchange and elevate professional standards in conference organisation.
ASAE’s 2026 Executive Leadership Forum to Meet in Ottawa, Canada’s Capital
The programme will bring together approximately 100 to 150 association CEOs and senior executives, primarily from the United States.
Ottawa and the Hague Spotlight ISI World Statistics Congress Collaboration at IMEX Buyers Breakfast
Since 2019, the two convention bureaux continue to work side by side on joint sales, shared research and coordinated client introductions.
World-Renowned Blood Transfusion Congress to Be Held in Yokohama in 2028
Organised by ISBT and the Japan Society of Transfusion Medicine and Cell Therapy, this marks the event’s return to Japan after 19 years.
Refreshed City Perspectives: CityDNA Conference to Co-Create the Future of the Visitor Economy in Tórshavn
Brings together destination leaders, urban innovators, and tourism professionals to rethink what success looks like for the visitor economy.
Dubai Welcomes 9.88 Million International Visitors in the First Half of 2025
Dubai continues to set new records in international visitation, with a 6 per cent year-over-year increase during the first half of 2025.
Sarawak Sets National Legacy Agenda at EventXpo 2025
Sarawak made waves in Malaysia’s business events scene again by returning to EventXpo with bigger goals and a stronger presence.
Dubai Business Events Drives Continued Growth With Bid Wins and Strong Global Participation in H1 2025
This reinforces the importance of business events to the Dubai Economic Agenda, focusing on doubling the size of the city’s economy by 2033.
8.9 Million MICE Trips to Germany in 2024
According to the IPK World Travel Monitor 2024, Germany once again ranks number one worldwide as a destination for business events.
Copenhagen Releases Improved Local Sustainability Guide
The newly released third iteration of the local Copenhagen Sustainability Guide comes with improved transparency and reporting features.
Maharashtra Convention Bureau Announced to Propel India as a Business Event Destination
India’s first state-led initiative focused on cementing the state’s position as a compelling destination for global events.
Prague Awards Leading Experts for Their Contribution to the Meeting Industry, for the 14th Time
The 14th Ambassador Awards Evening was held under the auspices of the Mayor of Prague who attended the award ceremony in person.
Antwerp Welcomes the 2025 Sleep and Breathing Conference
This biennial event is the largest pan-European meeting dedicated to sleep and respiratory medicine, and will be held 10–12 April.
Prague Presents New Event Venues and Expects More to Follow
Since 2024, several new venues have been added to the Prague meetings scene, thus complementing the wide range of existing event options.
Ottawa Tourism Champions Anti-Human Trafficking Initiatives
The pioneering initiative underscores its commitment to safety, justice, and ethical responsibility, enhancing its appeal as a destination.
Tórshavn to Host UArctic Congress &Amp; Assembly 2026, Showcasing Innovation and Sustainability
The event is a significant gathering of 600–1,000 international delegates from Arctic-focused universities, organisations, and enterprises.
BestCities Commemorates 25th Anniversary With Look Back at Key Milestones
The organisation has helped guide the industry towards a legacy of sustainability, positive social impact, and a close-knit community.
Dubai Records 437 Successful Bids for Global Business Events in 2024
This marked a 20 per cent year-on-year increase in the number of successful bids, further elevating Dubai’s status as a global events hub.
54 Events to Attract 85,000 Experts to Copenhagen
Expected to generate billions in economic growth. The capital is set for a record year in terms of attracting international congresses.
