This Week's Headlines
TFWA revamps 2026 APAC exhibition with innovation and gastronomy hubs
The Tax Free World Association (TFWA) has announced a redesign of its Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference, scheduled for May 10–14, 2026, at Marina...
Kigali and Muscat to host ICCA’s 2027 and 2028 Congresses
The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) has selected Kigali, Rwanda, and Muscat, Oman,...
Philippine Travel Agencies Association names new leadership team
The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) has confirmed its new board of directors, which...
PATA formalises collaboration with Asia Pacific Outdoor Lodging Association
PATA and the Asia Pacific Outdoor Lodging Association (APOLA) have formalised a partnership through...
PATA establishes partnership with Phuket Hotels Association
PATA has entered into a partnership agreement with the Phuket Hotels Association (PHA), a...
Association Chiefs
Steve Puckett: Setting the standard
Since its inception, Asian Lubricants Industry Association (ALIA) has grown from a manufacturer-focused union into a diverse, 100-member-strong association representing the full spectrum of Asia’s lubricants industry. Steve Puckett, its co-founding director, shares insights on the association’s eight-year evolution, its role in advancing global sustainability standards, and the vision ensuring its members continue to thrive
See Swee Sie: The enduring endgame
Under the leadership of its president, See Swee Sie, the Penang Chess Association (PCA) is positioning the island as a hub for the game, as its inclusive approach – which ranges from developing grassroots talent to hosting international championships – inspires Malaysia's next generation of chess leaders.
Hari Krishna Bhanusree: Laying the foundations
Hari Krishna Bhanusree, director general of CREDAI outlines its five-pillar plan to ensure sustainable, transparent, and skilled industry growth leading up to Viksit Bharat 2047
Senthil Gopinath: Forward together
ICCA’s commitment to supporting its association meetings industry members with intelligence and valuable connections will take everyone forward amid a testing macroenvironment, says its CEO Senthil Gopinath
Catherine B Turvill: Well-meaning intentions
Catherine B Turvill, president of the Wellness Tourism Association of the Philippines (WeTAP) and founder-president of Nurture Wellness Village in Tagaytay, discusses the association's role in driving the Philippines' growing wellness tourism sector
Destination Highlights
Once seen as a culturally rich yet underutilised region for business events, Thailand’s Isan region is busy weaving a new narrative
Auckland will leverage the upcoming New Zealand International Convention Centre to drive economic growth through business events
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