MANILA – The Philippines is making a play to corner a significant share of the international MICE market, after its successful hosting of several international meetings and conferences over the years.

DUBAI – With Dubai World Trade Centre’s (DWTC) event season in full swing, November will bring a total of 20 exhibitions, trade shows and conferences – the most business events scheduled in a month in 2019.

SHANGHAI – China will use a giant import fair next week to showcase its free trade credentials, temper criticism of its policies and deepen its global economic influence at a time of fresh uncertainty over the China-United States trade war.

BANGKOK – Thailand’s iconic riverside destination, ICONSIAM, marked its first anniversary by announcing that it will open the first modern conferencing complex on the Chao Phraya River in November.

QUEENSTOWN – Sustainability is the main focus for delegates and organisers at the Conventions and Incentives New Zealand (CINZ) Annual Conference, which opened in Queenstown on Oct 30.

NEW YORK – An integrated business travel booking is still a dream, according to the majority of corporate travel buyers in a study.

NEW YORK – For many, a highlight of the end of the year is the annual holiday parties they get to attend — not only those hosted by friends and family, but corporate events hosted by their own company, clients or others in their business network.

NEW YORK – Event coordinator is regularly listed as one of the most stressful careers in America – recently landing at number six on CareerCast’s 2019 roundup. While stress can sometimes be a positive motivator, too much of it left unchecked can lead to burnout, resulting in low energy and reduced professional productivity.

Macau is a destination primed for exponential growth, with a number of new infrastructure and hospitality projects set to drive tremendous tourism and business opportunities. Chief among these: Macau’s highly anticipated event facility, Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC).

NEW YORK – Many think of work and play like they do oil and water – the two don’t mix. But injecting a bit of fun into a meeting is an excellent idea, says corporate comedian and emcee Harry Freedman.

MANILA – A 6.6-magnitude earthquake struck near Davao City in southern Philippines on Tuesday (Oct 29), authorities said, rattling buildings and sending terrified locals fleeing into the streets.

PHUKET – Versatility and bespoke experiences are the key selling points for Angsana Laguna Phuket, who now boasts an event space that is fast becoming Phuket’s go-to venue for hosting meetings and events of all requirements and sizes.

NEW YORK – Sustainability is a notable part of the agenda at Northstar’s Destination Caribbean event, which took place at Paradisus Palma Real in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The leftover food for the three-day event, for example, is repurposed to provide meals for employees. And Puntacana Resort & Club, host of Monday night’s dinner, served edible straws with the group’s cocktails.

MELBOURNE – Police are warning climate activists to keep their demonstrations peaceful, as delegates of the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) are bracing themselves for a blockade-style protest in Melbourne.