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What it really takes to pull off a mega convention in Asia

High on the list? A venue that functions as a “super connector” – bridging organisers with unique experiences, local networks and the wider city.

What it really takes to pull off a mega convention in Asia
Corporate travel returns across Europe
Corporate travel returns across Europe
As restrictions ease, corporate travellers are slowly getting back on the road, and Europe is hopeful for a brighter second half of 2021.
Macau's new jewel shines: the Grand Lisboa Palace
Macau's new jewel shines: the Grand Lisboa Palace
On 30 July, SJM Resorts opened the doors to the US$5 billion flagship Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau, the first and largest of its three hotel towers slated to launch in phases over the next few months.
Japan inks deal with IAPCO to attract more meetings
Japan inks deal with IAPCO to attract more meetings
The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and the International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) have formed a partnership to highlight Japan's destination appeal.
Hyatt Regency opens in China's sixth largest city
Hyatt Regency opens in China's sixth largest city
Hyatt Regency Guangzhou Zengcheng offers 408-keys which includes 96 serviced apartments and 21 suites, in the city's upcoming commercial center of Zengcheng.
World's largest psychology congress picks Melbourne
World's largest psychology congress picks Melbourne
Melbourne has been chosen to host the International Congress of Psychology (ICP) in 2028, which is expected to welcome more than 5,000 global delegates.
Event sector at the cusp of sustainable transformation?
Event sector at the cusp of sustainable transformation?
Virtual events, carbon reduction targets and changing the narrative for in-person meetings — what's next as the industry faces a renewed green calling.
"Painful" cuts at Constellar as Covid drags on
"Painful" cuts at Constellar as Covid drags on
Constellar Holdings has made the "painful" decision to let 12% of its employees in Singapore go, citing the prolonged impact of Covid-19.
New funds for Queensland business events sector
New funds for Queensland business events sector
Extra funding has been pumped into Queensland’s business events industry to encourage more in-person meetings. 
Events Industry Council fights child trafficking
Events Industry Council fights child trafficking
The Events Industry Council has partnered with The Code, a multi-stakeholder initiative to prevent the sexual exploitation and trafficking of children.
A new event solution for the 'remote-everything' world
A new event solution for the 'remote-everything' world
Hubilo Technologies has announced updates to its hybrid event platform, which touts improved attendee engagement, human connection and event ROI.
Accor's SO brand to debut in the Maldives
Accor's SO brand to debut in the Maldives
Accor's rebellious luxury lifestyle brand SO/ will debut in the Maldives in 2023.
Travel in 2021: Top 3 COVID testing myths debunked
Travel in 2021: Top 3 COVID testing myths debunked
Experts set the record straight about COVID-19 testing, and why it matters to the travel community.
Are we still talking about single-use plastic?
Are we still talking about single-use plastic?
Today, some in the travel industry are continuing to pledge their support through pacts, while others move past talking and put plans into meaningful action.
Hong Kong doubles events in Q3, now on track to 'normalcy'
Hong Kong doubles events in Q3, now on track to 'normalcy'
More than 830,000 people passed through HKCEC's doors for the recent Hong Kong Book Fair — a prelude to the strong line up of in-person events the destination already expects in Q3.