Xinyi Liang-Pholsena

1 week ago | meetings-conventions-asia.com | Xinyi Liang-Pholsena

Amid geopolitical tension, trade disruptions, and a decline in visitor arrivals from China, Thailand’s MICE industry is contending with significant headwinds. Yet, in times of uncertainty, there is also opportunity to innovate, collaborate, and emerge stronger. These themes were apparent at the Thailand Innovative Meetings Exchange (TIME) 2025, organised by Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), which took place from 16-20 June 2025 in Bangkok and Hua Hin.

1 month ago | meetings-conventions-asia.com | Xinyi Liang-Pholsena

Maharashtra has become the first Indian state to formally establish its own state-led convention bureau, with the launch of the Maharashtra Convention Bureau (MCB) at IMEX Frankfurt 2025. The move signals the state’s intent to position itself – and particularly Mumbai – as a compelling destination for global MICE events.

1 month ago | meetings-conventions-asia.com | Xinyi Liang-Pholsena

Sarawak’s drive to redefine business events through long-term impact took the spotlight at IMEX Frankfurt 2025, where Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak) officially launched the global phase of its revamped Tribe Legacy Sarawak campaign, under the new tagline “Driving Impact Together”.

1 month ago | meetings-conventions-asia.com | Xinyi Liang-Pholsena

When it comes to business events, Thailand is sticking to what works – and what lasts. At IMEX Frankfurt 2025, the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) unveiled its new 3M strategy, a formula designed to make events in Thailand not only more impactful, but truly unforgettable.. Presented under the banner “Meet in Thailand: Your Success, Your Moment”, the initiative was announced at a press conference on 20 May by TCEB Senior Vice President, Puripan Bunnag.

1 month ago | meetings-conventions-asia.com | Xinyi Liang-Pholsena

Every square foot of exhibition space comes at a cost – but when it comes to trade show impact, bigger isn’t always better. Just as hotels are reimagining event spaces to better meet the evolving needs of planners and attendees, trade show exhibitors are levelling up with creative activations and meaningful engagement strategies.