CHIANG MAI,Thailand,May 6, 2025/PRNewswire/ -- The northern Thai capital ofChiang Maienhances its performances as a MICE destination when the city wins trust to host 6 international conferences in 2025 and makes another stride in securing at least 1 international conference for 2026.
WhileBangkokis mostly selected to stage international conferences, a sign of the diversification of host destination is now emerging. This year,Chiang Mai, a MICE City and economic center in northernThailand, is a prime example when it is chosen to host 6 international conferences of various fields - engineering, medicine, environmental science and social science.
Each conference will take place in different venues, showing rich choices of properties inChiang Mai. From Chiang Mai International Exhibition and Convention Centre to convention halls of five-star hotels.
Mr. Chiruit Isarangkun Na Ayuthaya, President of Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) stated:"We are proud thatChiang Mai, one ofThailand'sMICE Cities in the destination competitiveness plan of TCEB, has earned international confidence. The totally different venues chosen to host each conference speak volume of how organisers can maximise the capacity ofChiang Mai. What's special is that while it offers comfort and convenience of modern-day city life,Chiang Maifeatures the setting of unique"Lanna"culture, beautiful ecological attractions and wealth of activities contributing to local communities. The city, thus, can ensure memorable and meaningful experiences of international delegates."
The 6 international conferences which are expected to bring in 3,600 delegates are:
The most updated win ofChiang Maiis that the city was chosen inMarch 2025by International Festivals& Events Association –Asia(IFEA-Asia) to host IFEA Asia Pinnacle Awards& Asia Festival City Conference 2026 which is due between 4 and 6 February. This follows the success of the city in winning Asia Festival Award 2025 – Asia World Heritage City and Festival Asia Pinnacle Awards – Best Event Program& Best PR& Marketing for Yi Peng Festival.
Chiang Maican be reached by 1.15 hrs flight fromBangkokand its international airport also operates direct flights to and fromPhuketand Krabi in the South andKhon Kaenin the Northeast. For international flights,Chiang Maiis accessible fromMainlandChina, Lao PDR,Malaysia,MyanmarandTaiwan.
For more information, contact TCEB at:pr@tceb.or.th
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Established in 2004, Thailand Convention& Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization) or TCEB – the government agency under the supervision of the Prime Minister – has been assigned a role to promote, support and develop business events industry – corporate meetings, incentive trips, conventions, exhibitions, mega events and world festivals. Serving as a strategic partner, TCEB helps deliver creative ideas and solutions to bring success and fulfill the requirements of business events. The overarching goal is to driveThailandto become a global MICE and mega events destination that can drive the country's strategic industries and national economy.
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