ITB China, the B2B-exclusive trade show for the Chinese travel industry, introduces a brand-new event – MICE Meeting Point China – taking place from September 11-12, 2025, in Beijing.

 

This event is designed to cater to the evolving needs of China’s rapidly changing MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry.

 

The confex-style event will be co-located with the ITB China Business Travel Conference, offering its attendees a dynamic platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and business development.

 

To further enhance engagement, a post-event Fam trip will be organised from September 13-14, providing participants with first-hand experiences of China’s top MICE destinations and offerings.

 

MICE Meeting Point will feature a dynamic conference stage where leading experts and innovators will present cutting-edge insights, trends, and first-hand updates shaping the future of MICE and business travel.

 

The event will also host a dedicated business mart area, enabling sponsors to showcase their products, solutions, and services to a highly targeted audience at branded sponsor booths and tables.

 

Additionally, exclusive networking events will offer valuable opportunities to connect with key industry players and decision-makers, fostering meaningful business interactions.

 

This event is supported by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism.

 

“Beijing has always played a significant role in advancing the development of China’s MICE industry. As a supporting unit for this event, we are deeply honored to host such an international MICE gathering in Beijing. We look forward to fostering innovation and growth in China’s MICE industry through this event and further deepening cooperation both domestically and internationally”, commented Sun Jian, Deputy Director, Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism.

 

According to the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), China ranked first with $372.5 billion in business travel spending (a 9% increase) among the top fifteen countries in 2023. By 2028, it is projected to exceed $2.0 trillion, highlighting a robust outlook for the global business travel sector in terms of the global business travel spending. According to Trip.Biz data, cross-border business travel is also surging, with figures as of October 2024 already 34% higher than in 2019 and a 72% increase compared to the same period in 2023, setting a new historical record. This growth highlights China's expanding influence in the global business travel sector.

 

Beyond financial growth, the industry is also undergoing a structural transformation, shaped by advancements in artificial intelligence, sustainability initiatives, digitalisation, and hybrid meeting technologies. The demand for customised, tech-driven, and flexible MICE solutions is rising, with businesses prioritising efficiency, personalisation, and sustainability in their event planning strategies.

 

These emerging trends and industry shifts will take center stage at the conference, where experts and innovators will delve into a wide range of pressing topics, including:

 

• Bleisure Travel: How is the rise of bleisure travel creating new opportunities for the MICE industry?

 

• Cost vs Quality: Which destinations are preferred for balancing budget efficiency with high-quality experiences?

 

• AI-Driven Transformation: How is artificial intelligence reshaping personalisation and efficiency in the MICE sector?

 

• Corporate Globalisation: How can MICE activities drive internationalisation and cross-cultural exchange?

 

• Customisation Trends: How are personalised MICE experiences redefining the market?

 

• Sustainability & ESG: How can MICE events integrate green innovation and social responsibility?

 

• 5G & Virtual Reality: How are emerging technologies enhancing hybrid meetings and live event experiences?

 

"The launch of MICE Meeting Point in China’s capital Beijing is a significant step in providing a tailor-made platform for China's MICE and business travel industry, with the prospect of facilitating communication between domestic and international industry professionals, fostering innovation and creating new business opportunities. We look forward to contributing to the development of a more efficient, smarter, and globally connected MICE landscape in China”, said Lydia Li, Director of ITB China. -TradeArabia News Service