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Having expanded its halal-certified facilities, Millennium Hotels and Resorts is seeing a 15-20% annual increase in related banquet enquiries in recent years.

Halal-certified events are becoming bigger business
How maggots help Australia’s largest hotel with food waste
How maggots help Australia’s largest hotel with food waste
Insects are the stars in Hyatt Regency Sydney’s latest efforts to fight food waste and reduce its carbon footprint.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 8, 2024
Where is ICCA Congress heading in the next 3 years?
Where is ICCA Congress heading in the next 3 years?
With innovative infrastructure and facilities, Porto and Panama are next in line to host ICCA Congresses after Abu Dhabi.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 8, 2024
Big events are driving rebound for Hong Kong MICE
Big events are driving rebound for Hong Kong MICE
The city has scored a number of big-scale events, including first-ever world congresses.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 8, 2024
Introducing Asia DMC Power List: The Traveller DMC, Singapore
Introducing Asia DMC Power List: The Traveller DMC, Singapore
The DMC’s portfolio spans bespoke event management and creative, out-of-the-box events.
By Xinyi Liang-Pholsena | August 8, 2024
Does the events industry have a green hushing problem?
Does the events industry have a green hushing problem?
Different shades of green: Why some MICE organisers and businesses are keeping silent on their climate goals.
By Natalie Chew | August 6, 2024
Meet the chocolatier who turns events into works of art
Meet the chocolatier who turns events into works of art
Chocolates by RL Foote unveils a new atelier, offering unique experiences and private excursions for MICE visitors.
By Elizabeth Kerr | August 6, 2024
Human trafficking sting shakes Comic-Con: Here's what happened
Human trafficking sting shakes Comic-Con: Here's what happened
A sex trafficking ring was busted at San Diego Comic-Con in the US. Here's how event profs can join the fight to end trafficking.
By Lizzie Wilcox and Sarah J.F. Braley | August 6, 2024
Edward Kwek goes from Tourism New Zealand to Tourism Australia
Edward Kwek goes from Tourism New Zealand to Tourism Australia
The seasoned MICE executive is tasked to enhance Australia's appeal as a premier business events destination.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 6, 2024
Macao-Hengqin look to Mozambique for investment promotion
Macao-Hengqin look to Mozambique for investment promotion
Seminar in Mozambique marks first-ever step in fostering ties between Macao, Hengqin, and Portuguese-speaking African countries.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 6, 2024
Introducing Asia DMC Power List: Asia DMC, Vietnam
Introducing Asia DMC Power List: Asia DMC, Vietnam
Under leaders Ngo Minh Duc and Subhash Chandar, Hanoi-based Asia DMC is fast strengthening its presence in the world.
By Natalie Chew | August 6, 2024
Auckland to host World Green Infrastructure Congress 2024
Auckland to host World Green Infrastructure Congress 2024
Congress will attract 600 industry leaders for knowledge-sharing on green infrastructure and building awards.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 6, 2024
Singapore’s soft power lies within its MICE events
Singapore’s soft power lies within its MICE events
The Lion City is well known for its stability and safety, but how can business events boost its soft power and global influence?
By Natalie Chew | August 1, 2024
Is hosting a mega event always a costly affair?
Is hosting a mega event always a costly affair?
The 2024 Paris Olympics highlights the ongoing struggle for mega events to control costs.
By Natalie Chew | August 1, 2024
How Bangkok’s QSNCC lands the biggest events
How Bangkok’s QSNCC lands the biggest events
State-of-the-art facilities and exceptional service make Queen Sirikit National Convention Center a global favourite for event planners.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 1, 2024
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