Thai PM in Beijing: Focus on Economic Cooperation
BEIJING/BANGKOK – Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra made her first official visit to China on February 5–6, meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing at a crucial time for bilateral relations. Her visit came as Thailand ramps up efforts to strengthen … Continue reading Thai PM in Beijing: Focus on Economic Cooperation
MICE Industry in Asia-Pacific: A Resilient Recovery
BANGKOK – The MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry in the Asia-Pacific region is gradually recovering from the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. While challenges persist, there are also promising signs of growth and innovation. Key Challenges Facing … Continue reading MICE Industry in Asia-Pacific: A Resilient Recovery
Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Leaves Trail of Destruction
TOKYO – In a devastating blow to the nation, Typhoon Shanshan has wreaked havoc across Japan, leading to tragic loss of life and widespread disruption. The powerful storm, which is considered one of the strongest to hit the country in … Continue reading Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Leaves Trail of Destruction
Microsoft Shifts to iPhone for security reasons
REDMOND / HONG KONG – In a bold move to enhance cybersecurity, Microsoft has mandated a switch from Android to iPhones for its employees in China and Hong Kong. Starting September 2024, staff members will be required to use iPhones, … Continue reading Microsoft Shifts to iPhone for security reasons
Cathay Pacific Passengers Endure Terrifying Turbulence
HONG KONG — Cathay Pacific Airways passengers aboard Flight CX341 from Shanghai to Hong Kong faced harrowing moments on Tuesday night as their aircraft battled intense turbulence and failed twice to land at Hong Kong International Airport due to severe … Continue reading Cathay Pacific Passengers Endure Terrifying Turbulence
Strong Earthquake Strikes Taiwan: 9 dead, 934 injured
HUALIEN, Taiwan — In a seismic event that shook the entire island, Taiwan experienced its most powerful earthquake in 25 years. The quake, with a magnitude of 7.2 according to Taiwanese authorities and 7.4 according to the U.S. Geological Survey, … Continue reading Strong Earthquake Strikes Taiwan: 9 dead, 934 injured
Malaysian MICE Industry Shines at AIME 2024
KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) has once again demonstrated the strength and dynamism of the Malaysian Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry at the Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) held in Melbourne, Australia, … Continue reading Malaysian MICE Industry Shines at AIME 2024
Singapore EXPO: The nation’s largest exhibition venue
SINGAPORE – Home to some of the greatest leading events in the world, Singapore EXPO is the nation’s largest purpose-built meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions (MICE) venue. Experience halls without walls, with interconnected event spaces spanning 10 halls and 32 … Continue reading Singapore EXPO: The nation’s largest exhibition venue
An eventful 2024 for the MICE industry
BANGKOK – With organizations looking to capitalize on the power of face-to-face connection, 2024 is expected to be a year of deeper engagements and gainful exchanges, with an optimistic increase in the spate of small and large events likely to … Continue reading An eventful 2024 for the MICE industry
Volkswagen China plans to hire 3,000 engineers
WOLFSBURG/SHANGHAI – Volkswagen has announced that it plans to hire around 3,000 engineers in China by the end of 2024 to speed up its electric car production and reduce costs. The company wants to strengthen its position in the world’s … Continue reading Volkswagen China plans to hire 3,000 engineers