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June 9, 2026Plans revealed to scale back Trump's unpopular tourism screening proposalThe Trump administration plans to scale back its proposal for foreign travelers from visa waiver countries to submit five years of social media history, targeting specific travelers based on their ESTA responses instead, following concerns from the international events community and civil liberties groups.Read More

Malaysia in training for post-pandemic bidding war

November 25, 2021Malaysia in training for post-pandemic bidding warMembers of the Malaysian meetings industry have been developing their skills and knowledge in anticipation of a ‘much more challenging’ market when the pandemic recedes.

UK public in favour of Covid vaccine passports for events YouGov survey reveals

November 24, 2021UK public in favour of Covid vaccine passports for events YouGov survey revealsA recent survey revealed that 64 per cent of UK respondents support the idea of showing proof of vaccination to attend large events.

Get sustainable about signage with isla’s print guide

November 24, 2021Get sustainable about signage with isla’s print guideEvent sustainability industry body, isla, has released guidance on how event planners can make more sustainable choices when it comes to printing materials.

Scotland loosens Covid entry regulations for large events

November 24, 2021Scotland loosens Covid entry regulations for large eventsThe Scottish Government has voted against extending the Covid vaccine passport scheme for large events and will instead allow negative lateral flow tests as passes.

Associations planning for in-person but hybrid not going away

November 24, 2021Associations planning for in-person but hybrid not going awayMost associations are planning a return to in-person meetings between now and the end of next year (2022), according to a new survey, which shows planners gaining in confidence.

Northern Ireland puts knowledge at heart of events strategy

November 23, 2021Northern Ireland puts knowledge at heart of events strategyLeaders in business and academia will help bring international conferences to Northern Ireland.

Be less afraid and take risks Mark Cooper CEO of IACC

November 23, 2021Be less afraid and take risks Mark Cooper CEO of IACCOn this episode of Deep Dive, Holly Patrick asks Mark Cooper, the CEO of the International Association of Conference Centres and chair of the Events Industry Council, whether it’s okay for association leaders to take to calculated risks, how important is it to surround yourself with a good team in a...

Cities not measuring environmental impact of events

November 19, 2021Cities not measuring environmental impact of eventsMost destination marketing organisations (DMOs) are not measuring the environmental impact of business events - or even including them in their ‘climate strategy’, a report suggests.

Perth targets delegate spend to build economic recovery

November 18, 2021Perth targets delegate spend to build economic recoveryPerth’s convention bureau has secured 67 national and international business events as the city in Western Australia looks to delegate spend to aid its recovery efforts.

Seoul upgrades event platform as hybrid ‘trend’ becomes reality

November 17, 2021Seoul upgrades event platform as hybrid ‘trend’ becomes realityThe Seoul Convention Bureau has relaunched its 3D MICE event platform with multiple upgrades to help planners organise online events in this hybrid era.Show More