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EuroSphere 2017 can be considered as one of the classier events that the city of Ho Chi Minh has hosted. Visitors attending the exhibition came not only from Vietnam but from Europe and the rest of Southeast Asia. An exhibition dedicated to the elegance and sophistication of European culture and living brought to the Asian market for two days (June 16 and 17) with display from a wide range of sectors: gourmet food, wine and spirits; fashion, accessories and jewellery; perfumery and cosmetics; furniture and interior design; and automobile.

Buyers and visitors connected with leading importers, distributors and policy makers through pre-arranged business-to-business meetings of over 100 brands. Meanwhile a conference on the fashion and luxury industry was conducted by Donald Potard, the former chief executive officer of Jean-Paul Gaultier Group.

In the evening, exhibitors and buyers enjoyed a four-course gala dinner of French cuisine prepared by Michelin star Chef Philippe Joannes with official guest the French Ambassador, Bertrand Lortholary. This as well as fashion shows by designers from Vietnam and Europe.

The venue of the exhibition that is the GEM Centre, with its state-of-the-art facilities, is well located in the central business district of Ho Chi Minh City which was opened three years ago, was specifically designed and curated to host such an event. Altogether the centre consists of 7,200 square metres of convention, exhibition, performing arts and banquet facilities which also includes two grand ballrooms that can be separated into eight smaller ballrooms. There are also two boardrooms, three function spaces and a charming rooftop tree house complex for outdoor events.

Regional partners of the exhibition were the EU-Indonesia Business Network, EU-Philippine Business Network, European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia, European Chamber of Commerce in Laos PDR, European Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar and the Singapore Manufacturing Federation.

MICE in Asia is a media partner of EuroSphere 2017.

It will be the 25th edition of the tradeshow that will be held in Bangkok from September 26 to 28. As usual, it promises an unforgettable three days of business, knowledge building and networking.

The IT&CMA 2017 is on track with several stellar exhibitors are expected to participate. At the same time, quality buyers have driven increased demand for exhibition space. Exhibiting national tourism organisations and convention bureaus have reported requests for more slots under their national pavilions.

Buyer registrations for IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific are underway coming from all over the world such as Australia, Belgium, Cambodia, China, Denmark, France, Germany Greece, Hong Kong, Israel, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and United States.

If you intend to do serious business with Asia Pacific and the world, please secure your hosted buyer spot at:

http://eventscrm.ttgasia.com/ttg2017/itcma/buyer/itcma_buyer.asp?code=MICE%2

Register today and be part of the leading series of MICE events in the Asia Pacific.

Throughout the seven years, EPFIC has developed into one of the most highly reputable fair in the Chinese exhibition industry, drawing participants from convention and exhibition bureaus, industry associations and companies each year.

Last year, EPFIC welcomed, over 1,000 industry professionals, the highest in the event’s history. Among them were 56 exhibitors and 256 trade visitors. There were a total of 14 activities and altogether seven reports were released on diverse topics of the exhibition industry. At the same time, about 20 media attended to cover the event.

President of CICE, Wei Zhao giving a welcome speech during the EPFIC 2016.

Opening ceremony of EPFIC 2016.

Recipients of the Golden Five Star award.

A tour of the exhibition area.

This year’s fair is scheduled to be held from July 4 to 6 at the Beijing Yanqi Lake International Convention and Exhibition Center. It will be jointly organised by China International Conference and Exhibition Magazine Agency and the Machinery and Automobile Exhibitions Federation.

EPFIC 2017 has adopted the theme: Gathering, Sharing and Communicating whereby exhibition professionals will discuss on the globalisation of the Chinese Government’s 13th Five-Year Plan. This includes the cooperation with other industries along the concept of integration and sharing, and how the exhibition industry, can achieve a healthy development through innovation and upgrading.

A number of renowned industry figures from China and abroad will be among the guest speakers. There will be a total of 22 sessions during the three-day event, including an opening ceremony, forums, project promotion sessions, B2B negotiation session, networking gala, awarding ceremony, and exhibitions. While the forums will cover topics like high-end interview, automobile shows, educational seminars on exhibitions, government-sponsored exhibitions and overseas exhibitions.

As one of the most popular forums in EPFIC, is the high-end interview session a number international exhibition figures are invited to discuss advanced operation modules and the use of latest technology.

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MICE in Asia is a media partner of EPFIC.

Eurosphere 2017 will see 80 European brands participating at the Gem Center in Ho Chi Minh City from June 16 to 17. Among the products showcased are fashion and accessories, gourmet food and beverages, perfumery and cosmetics, interior design and automotive with representatives of these products present to meet potential partners locally and from Southeast Asia.

A new concept of trade event, the exhibition is dedicated to bring the various European quality products to the Vietnamese and Southeast Asia market. It was introduced in the context of the new Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between EU and Vietnam (EVFTA) with Vietnam being the first country to sign such agreement in ASEAN after Singapore.

Companies taking part in the event are the first wave of European brands enjoying the unprecedented benefits from the FTA – main changes will be on import tax that will decrease to zero during a period of time of eight years, as well as on Geographical indications that will be protected automatically upon entry into force of the FTA.

The Eurosphere is supported by the Delegation of the European Union to Vietnam, Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs, national Embassies of European countries to Vietnam and Chambers of commerce of all EU member states and ASEAN regional partners.

In a press conference on May 12, His Excellency Bruno Angelet the ambassador and head of the delegation of the European Union to Vietnam, expressed strong belief in the success of Eurosphere in creating opportunity for the promotion of European products to the Vietnamese market.

While Delphine Rousselet, director of EVBN said: “European businesses deciding to enter Vietnam in this crucial time will have first-mover advantage in establishing their name in the market. Eurosphere will undoubtedly strengthen and continue to promote the economic bond between Vietnam and the EU trading bloc.”

At the event, 3,500 business visitors, mainly large importers, distributors, retailers, hospitality specialists, interior décor designers, fashion designers, policy makers, industry influencers, media representatives and also VIP’s and celebrities, will meet at Europhere 2017 through a series of B2B meetings, conferences with high profile European speakers, networking events, and private Gala dinner.

The event will not only focus on the economic partnership between European companies and Vietnam in the relevant sectors, but also to other ASEAN countires as regional partners of EVBN, who will introduce their respective market opportunities and follow-up trade missions in each country after Eurosphere 2017.

For more information contact Ms Hang Dao at hang.dao@evbn.org. Telephone number 08 38 23 95 15 (Ext:111).

www.eurosphere.com.vn

Over 350 guests from 11 countries comprising of the media and travel agents with senior executives of Genting Cruise Lines attended a forum and gala dinner onboard its inaugural ship, the Genting Dream which set sail from Kai Tak Cruise Terminal in Hong Kong.

MICE professionals from China and around the world will meet at the city from October 25 to 27 for the opportunity to network and do business especially with the silkroad MICE industry players. This is the first time Qingdao is hosting such a major event, with the city constantly been awarded as one of China’s top ten exhibition cities.

Qingdao is now the key centre of the One Belt, One Road economic zone, as well as a dynamic meeting destination.

You are invited to participate as a hosted buyer.  Qualified hosted buyers are provided with: complimentary air ticket and accommodation; a personalised appointment schedule; attend social events and a tour of Qingdao City.

To find out more on how to be a hosted buyer, please log onto www.worldmiceday.com

This is the first time the theme park participated in the global movement to turn off all non-essential lighting for one hour with a gathering of 50 families at its Surf Beach venue. Guests experienced dining at the beach in a blackout with a host of games and entertainment.

This is a large-scale signature promotion campaign organised by the HKTDC to highlight on Hong kong’s vibrancy as a city, its unique lifestyle and creativity. The promotion showcases the city’s branded and design-led products and its world-class services which together, have established Hong Kong as a leading trendsetting city in the region.

After the successful launch in Jakarta, Indonesia and Bangkok, the HKTDC is hosting its third edition of In Style Hong Kong in Kuala Lumpur on November 7. This high profile promotion in Kuala Lumpur comprise of a trade expo, a service symposium and a gala dinner.

The two-day itinerary of the In Style Hong Kong in Kuala Lumpur:

• From November 7 to 8, is a B2B exhibition of Hong Kong’s leading branded and designer lifestyle products held at the Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur.

• A symposium on November 7 of Hong Kong’s world-class business services includes the city’s creative products, finance, legal and logistics, which can facilitate the expansion of Malaysian companies’ business worldwide particularly to the Chinese mainland market.

• An exclusive high-level gala dinner at the Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur on the evening of November 7 to welcome 500 prominent officials and business leaders from Malaysia and Hong Kong.

• Finally a series of promotion launched to highlight Hong Kong’s dynamic lifestyle elements through design-led and creative products, trendy fashion and unique culinary experience. This is supported by a number of online marketing and publicity campaign. Local merchants and restaurants from Hong Kong will offer discounts and incentives to Malaysian consumers.

Business luncheon of 300 guests to view the presentation by Ms Hoh Jee Eng, Director of HKTDC in Malaysia on In Style Hong Kong 2017 Promotion

Qingdao in China will host the upcoming WMD-2017 this October 25 to 27. The three day event will bring together people in the MICE industry from around the globe: as exhibitors to showcase their products; attendees for business-to-business meetings and visitors to view the latest in the MICE business. Also included are training sessions, conference and forums on key topics and subject on MICE.

Hosted by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Qingdao Sub-Council and organised by BIT Congress Inc, the show is initiated by the World Conference Organizer Alliance (WCOA). It is estimated that there will be over 150 exhibitors, 400 overseas and domestic hosted buyers with 2,000 participants attending the show.

Qingdao is chosen to host the WMD-2017, as one of the most famous tourist cities in China, and is also a major seaport and industrial centre of China. One of the city’s attractions is Qingdao has one of world’s longest sea bridges, the Jiaozhou Bay Bridge that links the main urban area of Qingdao with Huangdao district, straddling the Jiaozhou Bay sea areas. It is also known for its beautiful scenery, pleasant weather and is one of China’s most livable cities.

World Conference Organizer Alliance (WCOA) is a non-governmental and not-for-profit international conference cooperation alliance which was established in January 7, 2017 in Dalian, China. Members of the alliance comprise of conference planner, country convention bureaus, governmental organisations, companies and international industrial volunteer social groups.

MICE in Asia is a media partner of WMD-2017.