Meeting and Event Industry

The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau carried out a series of MICE promotional roadshows across Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Chennai. The events highlighted Sri Lanka’s potential for tourism and business travel within the Indian market.

The African Union recently held joint sessions of two Specialized Technical Committees focusing on finance and trade issues. These meetings took place under the AU framework addressing economic planning and industry topics.

The US and UK governments have reduced travel warnings for Cyprus, starting summer 2026. This adjustment is anticipated to enhance international visitor flows during the upcoming tourist season.

The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau conducted MICE roadshows in Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Chennai to showcase the country’s potential for business events and tourism. These efforts aim to promote Sri Lanka’s offerings to stakeholders in the Indian market.

The African Union held joint sessions of its Finance and Trade Specialized Technical Committees, focusing on important regional topics in economic planning and tourism development.

HotelRunner will continue their participation on Booking.com's Connectivity Commercial Advisory Board for the term spanning 2026 to 2028. The board prioritizes developments in travel and hospitality technology.

The Indian Tourism Ministry held a summit in New Delhi to advance the country’s MICE industry by streamlining local partnerships. The initiative seeks to strengthen cooperation among stakeholders to support growth in business events nationwide.

The ICPB will organize the 15th Conventions India Conclave in Delhi from August 19 to 21, 2026. The event focuses on enhancing business opportunities in India's MICE industry.

HotelRunner has secured reappointment to Booking.com’s Connectivity Commercial Advisory Board for the 2026-2028 term. This extension highlights the company's sustained collaboration in hospitality technology connectivity.

The Events Industry Council and JMIC have updated sustainable event standards to foster environmentally responsible meeting practices. This partnership aims to improve sustainability benchmarks within the UK events sector.