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What is Stopping International Attendees from Returning to U.S. Conferences?

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Read More : How to Cultivate a State of Play at Events Asia Himeji, Japan, at Himeji Castle All eyes were on the Asia panel as gateway cities in particular were eager to hear when China visitors would be returning in pre-pandemic numbers. The luxury China market wants personalized and outdoor, active experiences. Conferences?

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Covid in China Could Affect Event-Merchandise Orders

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With Chinese factories producing less and freight trips across the Pacific being cancelled more often, meeting hosts, sponsors, and exhibitors might want to rethink their approach to attendee gifts and giveaways this year. and around the world, according to this article on CNBC.com.

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Tarsus Group buys 70% stake in Touch China

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Tarsus, the global B2B media group, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of 70% of Shenzhen Zhong Xin Cai Exhibition Company; owner and organiser of Touch China & 3D Glass Expo strengthening the Group’s presence in its Shenzhen hub. China has long been a cornerstone of our corporate strategy and plans for future growth.

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Your Guide to Staying On Top of the Coronavirus Outbreak

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From protecting attendees with best practices—like a handshake-free conference—to calling the shots on holding or cancelling events (yes, even the Olympic Games), planners are proactively addressing the outbreak. How Coronavirus Is Affecting a Meeting Near You. Smart Meetings talked to the experts for best practices.

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2019 Tech Conferences: The #1 Tech Events Guide

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The most authoritative 2019 tech conferences directory on the web. Or looking to wrap up 2018 with an exceptional conference? This carefully curated conference directory features over 200 (and growing) 2019 tech conferences across multiple industries. In other instances, summits function exactly like conferences.

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Flagship Convention Spaces Bet On Retail

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Photo credit: China National Convention Center, Phase 2 (CNCC-II) Lunch Hall. With destinations like China still completely close to international travel, there are question marks over the feasibility of these projects, at least in the short term. China National Convention Center, Phase 2 (CNCC-II) in Beijing, China.

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Today’s Best Practices for Visas and International Travel

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Don’t leave home without these With the world wide open for business, you may be headed for an international conference or meeting. Outdated web resources could mean you miss your meeting. In major meetings cities, that shouldn’t be much of a problem—English is usually widely spoken in the hospitality sphere.

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