AIME, Taking place at the  Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 9–11 February 2026, will return with an expanded footprint across 16,500sqm to accommodate more than 700 exhibitors, 700 hosted buyers, and more than 20,000 pre-scheduled appointments—marking what will be the biggest edition yet delivered by Event Director Silke Calder and her team at Talk2 Media & Events. More than 80% of exhibition space sold or reserved and hosted buyer applications now officially open for Asia Pacific’s premier business events trade show.​

​MICE Meeting Point has formed a strategic partnership with the MICE Committee of the China Association of Travel Services (MICE Committee). This collaboration will accelerate professional development within China’s MICE industry and strengthen international cooperation. The MICE Committee operates under the China Association of Travel Services (CATS), a national industry association representing around 3,000 members from leading travel agencies, OTAs, and related companies across the tourism value chain. Together with ITB China, the two organizations will work on joint content creation, resource sharing, and industry standard-setting, providing new opportunities for both domestic and global stakeholders.  MICE Meeting Point, organized by ITB China, will be held 11–12 September 2025 in Beijing  ​- China’s capital and leading MICE hub, hosted by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture  and Tourism.

This year’s IT&CM Asia and CTW Asia-Pacific will present an expanded educational programme in partnership with leading industry thought leaders, that places a strong focus on well-being, sustainability, and purposeful engagement. Designed to inspire attendees to integrate these values into MICE and business travel planning, the event promises dynamic sessions and interactive experiences that go beyond traditional learning.

As Singapore gears up to celebrate its 60th birthday on 9 August, more than 1,200 local music-lovers gathered for an unforgettable evening of music, nostalgia, and patriotic spirit at Jewel Changi Airport’s Forest Valley.  

Chiang Rai, Northern Thailand, strengthened its bid to become a leading tea and coffee hub with the successful hosting of the Global Coffee and Tea Association Forum 2025: Shaping the Future Together from 17–20 July.

ITB China, the travel trade show focused on the Chinese travel market, officially opens at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center from 27-29 May 2025. This year’s edition features three days of exhibitions, high-level forums, and networking opportunities. With strong support from sponsors and partners of ITB China Official Events, the 2025 edition presents the most comprehensive event lineup to date - an unparalleled platform for forging strategic alliances, discovering new travel opportunities, and advancing international cooperation across the tourism sector.

ITB China 2025, set for May 27–29 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, will debut the Travel Innovation Hub, a cutting-edge platform accelerating the fusion of technology and tourism. Featuring top industry players like Trip.com Group, Fliggy, Tongcheng Travel, Meituan, Expedia Group, and Tencent Smart Tourism, the initiative spotlights AI, big data, and cloud computing reshaping travel experiences.

​Tourism Malaysia will lead the country’s presence at ITB-China 2025 with a robust lineup of high-impact promotional initiatives. Since its establishment in 1992, Tourism Malaysia has played a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s tourism landscape through strategic marketing efforts and international collaborations. As the Official Partner Destination, Malaysia aims to drive Chinese outbound tourism to its many regions, foster deeper cultural connections, and showcase its rich and diverse travel experiences to Chinese travel professionals and industry stakeholders.

Shanghai is gearing up to host ITB China 2025, the leading B2B trade show dedicated to China’s travel market, from May 27 to 29. The event will showcase innovations across the travel sector, with a strong focus on MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) and business travel, as demand continues to surge. A recent survey of ITB China buyers revealed that up to 70% are actively seeking MICE and business travel products, highlighting the segment’s increasing significance.