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Northstar Travel Group to launch TEAMS Asia Pacific in 2027

The world's largest marketplace for sports-event organisers will make its Asia Pacific debut in Singapore next April.

Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics bans foreign fans

Beijing is moving ahead with the 2022 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, but with strict limitations on spectators.

By Natalie Joy Lee | October 11, 2021

Six months of Expo 2020 Dubai officially begins

The long-awaited Expo 2020 Dubai opened on 1 October, with a record 192 countries represented at the first World Expo in the region, and global visitors attending for education, business and cultural immersions alike.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | October 11, 2021

BEIA postpones 2021 event to next year

The Business Events Industry Aotearoa has announced its decision to postpone the BEIA 45th Annual Conference to 2022, after previously delaying the event once from the original October event to 1-3 November.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | October 11, 2021

Hilton Singapore Orchard appoints new GM

Cedric Nubul has been appointed general manager for the upcoming Hilton Singapore Orchard, launching in January 2022.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | October 11, 2021

Event business shifts under Singapore's 'endemic' Covid policy

While Singapore's latest restrictions do not affect MICE pilots, local events players point to strained business, cancellations and a sudden drops for in-person conversions.

By Natalie Joy Lee | October 5, 2021

MGM set to open integrated resort in Osaka

MGM Resorts International has announced that MGM Japan and joint-venture partner ORIX will be developing an Integrated Resort (IR) worth an estimated US$10 billion in Osaka.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | October 4, 2021

Singapore secures SILMO Asian flagship event

SILMO Paris will be shifting to Singapore from 2023 to 2025, following an MOU between the Singapore Tourism Board, MP Singapore and SILMO International signed on 25 September.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | October 4, 2021

Hilton lays out large-scale franchise plans for APAC

Hilton Garden Inn prototype expands in China, with more than 100 deals inked so far.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | October 4, 2021

How to navigate the legal minefield of pandemic-era events

Vaccination mandates, data privacy and travel insurance ramifications for event professionals.

By Kim Benjamin | October 4, 2021

Six Senses appoints new COO

Six Senses has appointed Neil Palmer as chief operating officer, who joins with 37 years of international hospitality experience.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | October 4, 2021

Japan charts road to recovery as state of emergency ends

For the first time in nearly six months, the Japanese government has lifted its Covid-19 state of emergency amid lowered infections, starting 30 September 2021.

By Natalie Joy Lee | October 1, 2021

Taiwan Incentive Talk returns

The second edition of the virtual Taiwan Incentive Talk will be held on 21 October, connecting MEET TAIWAN's trusted local suppliers directly with Asia's top planners.

By Natalie Joy Lee | October 1, 2021

Top leadership changes at SACEOS

SACEOS has announced a leadership overhaul as Aloysius Arlando steps down from his role as president.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | October 1, 2021

WiT conference makes a comeback, live in Singapore

The leading travel technology conference in Asia Pacific, WiT (Web in Travel) will return to its biggest physical format in two years when it takes place at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre on 19-20 October.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | October 1, 2021

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