international congresses Archives

Vilnius Unveils Winning Design for Lithuania’s First Purpose-Built Congress Centre

19th August 2026

Vilnius has selected the winning design for its long-planned Congress Centre, a major step forward for what […]

Finland’s Quiet Confidence and Collective Impact

18th February 2026

Boardroom Senior Editor Vicky Koffa reports on a recent trip to Finland, perhaps best described as a finely tuned ecosystem, driven by pragmatism, trust, and above all, collaboration.

Dubai’s Business Events Engine Accelerates with 504 International Wins

29th January 2026

Dubai Business Events (DBE), the city’s official convention bureau and a division of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, has secured 504 successful bids for international business events in 2025.

Tokyo Secures 9th International Symposium on Meniere’s Disease and Inner Ear Disorders for 2027

15th July 2025

Tokyo has been confirmed as host city for the 9th International Symposium on Meniere’s Disease and Inner Ear Disorders (MENIERE 2027), to be held from 24–27 February 2027.

Türkiye Unveils “MeetingInTurkiye” Platform

13th June 2025

Türkiye officially launched “MeetingInTurkiye,” a new digital gateway under the MeetTurkiye brand, designed to streamline access to the country’s premier offerings in the meetings market.

Barcelona’s New Legacy Vision

10th June 2025

Long recognised for its hospitality, culture, and strategic position within the meetings landscape, Barcelona is now working to embed long-term societal value into the very fabric of the events it attracts.

Washington, DC to Host Major International Congresses in 2025

3rd June 2025

DC is set to welcome several high-profile international association meetings that will reinforce its position as a leading global hub for impactful events.

OCEC and ICCA Forge Strategic Alliance for Exclusive Association Day in Oman

29th May 2025

The Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC) and ICCA World have formalised a strategic partnership to co-host an exclusive Association Day Oman this December.

Vienna Sets New Records as a Global Congress Hub in 2024

24th April 2025

Vienna reinforced its position as a leading international meeting destination in 2024, hosting a record 6,619 congresses and corporate events.