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More than just venues

Asia-Pacific’s top convention centres are proving to be more than just spaces for hire, as they play a bigger role in connecting event organisers and attendees with meaningful experiences in the destination. By Karen Yue, Rachel AJ Lee, and S Puvaneswary

Meeting commitments

Business events are returning to hotels and resorts across Asia, and prioritising properties with versatile spaces and in-house meetings specialists that can bring value to their programme.

New and accessible stays

For time-strapped meeting delegates, hotels located within walking distance of the event venue are a dream come true. Here are some of the newest accessible hotels to have opened in the region

Event tech innovators

Asia’s thriving business events industry has created plump opportunities for homegrown event technology agencies to prosper

Event technology trends to watch

Keep your eyes on these trends that can shape the way you deliver your next event

Cool spaces

AUSTRALIA W Brisbane An unapologetic nod to ‘Brisvegas’, the 312-key W Brisbane marked the re-entry of the W brand in Australia after a 13-year hiatus when it opened in June 2018. Expect the unexpected with decor colours...

Universally accessible centres

As congresses move to involve more members of the community, venues that host these gatherings must also be welcoming for people with varying levels of physical and sensorial abilities. Check out how some Asian convention centres measure up on universal accessibility

Supportive subvention

Both financial and non-financial support from potential host cities can make a big difference to the success and quality of an association meeting. Here are the range of assistance major Asian meetings destinations are offering this year