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      <title>TOP 10 CONVENTION COUNTRIES IN ASIA by RONICA MAXINE LEYNES</title>
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      <description>The reasons why the selected countries are considered as a convention country</description>
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      <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:15:56 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Seoul, South Korea (TOP 7)</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-          South Korea maintains diplomatic relations with 191 countries around the world. </div><div>-          The country has been a member of United Nations since 1991.</div><div>-          In 2019, ranks No. 2 in Union of International Association. </div><div>-          World’s most Innovative Country</div><div>-          Outstanding MICE Infrastructure</div><div>-          Attractive and specialized MICE cities </div><div>-          Dedicated and Knowledgeable professionals </div><div>-          South Korea has also hosted major international events such as the 1988 Summer Olympics and 2002 World Cup Soccer Tournament (2002 FIFA World Cup co-hosted with Japan) and the 2011 IAAF World Championships Daegu South Korea.</div><div>-          South Korea is a member of the United Nations, WTO, OECD/DAC, ASEAN Plus Three, East Asia Summit (EAS), and G-20. It is also a founding member of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and the East Asia Summit.</div><div>-          Have relations with 35 countries in America</div><div>-          Have relations with 26 countries in Asia</div><div>-          Have relations with 16 countries in Oceania</div><div>-          Have relations with 59 countries in Europe </div><div>-          Have relations with 69 countries in Middle East and Africa <br><br>For more Info:<br><a href="http://koreaconvention.org/eng/info/reason.kc#p2">http://koreaconvention.org/eng/info/reason.kc#p2</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foreign_relations_of_South_Korea">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foreign_relations_of_South_Korea</a> <br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:16:34 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Tokyo, Japan (TOP 6)</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-          Global Center of Academic Research and Industry.</div><div>-          A Proven Track-Record of Meetings &amp; Events Experience. </div><div>-          World-class Hospitality and Service. </div><div>-          Fusion of Tradition and Innovation. <br>-          Tokyo’s multifarious convention venues cater to any size of meeting or conference. Our culinary portfolio, Japanese and international, has more Michelin stars than any other city in the world.</div><div>-          Its dynamic combination of modern convenience and time-honored tradition, make Tokyo a uniquely compelling meeting destination.</div><div>-          Earned 23 convention titles from UNESCO<br><br>for more info:<br><a href="https://en.unesco.org/countries/japan/conventions">https://en.unesco.org/countries/japan/conventions</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://www.japanmeetings.org/why-japan/reason-to-choose-japan/">https://www.japanmeetings.org/why-japan/reason-to-choose-japan/</a> <br><br><a href="https://www.smartmeetings.com/magazine_article/global-top-15-international-meeting-cities">https://www.smartmeetings.com/magazine_article/global-top-15-international-meeting-cities</a> <br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:24:52 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Beijing, China (TOP 8)</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-          Has the first international aviation convention named after China’s capital which was the “Beijing Convention”</div><div>-          Beijing continues to strengthen its infrastructure for meetings and climb the ladder of the most popular international meetings destinations.</div><div>-          According to the 2016 ICCA Statistical Report, compiled by the International Congress and Convention Association, Beijing hosted 113 international meetings in 2016, which ranked 15th in the world. </div><div>-          Beijing ranked 19th in 2015, with 95 meetings. </div><div>-          The opening of the world’s largest—and China’s newest—airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), last September can only help to cement Beijing’s standing as a top international meetings destination. <br><br>for more info:<br><a href="https://unitingaviation.com/news/security-facilitation/the-beijing-convention-the-convention-on-the-suppression-of-unlawful-acts/">https://unitingaviation.com/news/security-facilitation/the-beijing-convention-the-convention-on-the-suppression-of-unlawful-acts/</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://www.smartmeetings.com/magazine_article/global-top-15-international-meeting-cities">https://www.smartmeetings.com/magazine_article/global-top-15-international-meeting-cities</a> </div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:27:14 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Shanghai, China (TOP 5)</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-          The city has since re-emerged as a hub for international trade and finance.</div><div>-          it is the home of the Shanghai Stock Exchange, one of the largest stock exchanges in the world by market capitalization, and the Shanghai Free-Trade Zone, the first free-trade zone in China.</div><div>-          Shanghai is classified as an Alpha+ (global first-tier) city by the Globalization and World Cities Research Network. </div><div>-          It has the third-highest number of billionaires of any city in the world.</div><div>-          the fifth-largest scientific research output of any city in the world.</div><div>-          highly ranked educational institutions including four Project 985 universities: Fudan University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Tongji University, and East China Normal University.</div><div>-          Owns a exhibition and convention centre which is the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) – The NECC is currently the largest exhibition complex,[1] making it one of the landmark buildings in Shanghai. </div><div>-          Shanghai is a centre of commerce and business in China, and its economy continues to grow rapidly<br><br>for more info:<br><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shanghai#:~:text=Its%20former%20or%20poetic%20name,and%20abbreviation%20for%20the%20city">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shanghai#:~:text=Its%20former%20or%20poetic%20name,and%20abbreviation%20for%20the%20city</a>. <br><br></div><div><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Exhibition_and_Convention_Center_(Shanghai)">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Exhibition_and_Convention_Center_(Shanghai)</a> </div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:27:36 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Hong Kong (TOP 3) </title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-          Is known as Hong Kong Convention; a multilateral convention adopted in 2009, it is also known as  Hong Kong International Convention for the safe and environmentally sound recycling of ships.</div><div>-          One of the leading commercial hubs for international business transaction.</div><div>-          A prime location for dispute resolution for foreign parties conducting business in, or with parties based, not only in the Asia Pacific, but also worldwide.</div><div>-          world's tenth-largest exporter and ninth-largest importer. </div><div>-          Hong Kong has a major capitalist service economy characterized by low taxation and free trade, and its currency, the Hong Kong dollar, is the eighth most traded currency in the world. </div><div>-          Hong Kong is home to the second-highest number of billionaires of any city in the world, the highest number of billionaires of any city in Asia, and the largest concentration of ultra-high-net-worth individuals of any city in the world.</div><div>-          Hong Kong is a highly developed territory and ranks fourth on the UN Human Development Index.<br><br>for more info:<br><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hong_Kong">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hong_Kong</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://www.withersworldwide.com/en-gb/insight/why-hong-kong-is-the-ideal-place-to-resolve-your-commercial-disputes">https://www.withersworldwide.com/en-gb/insight/why-hong-kong-is-the-ideal-place-to-resolve-your-commercial-disputes</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hong_Kong_International_Convention_for_the_safe_and_environmentally_sound_recycling_of_ships">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hong_Kong_International_Convention_for_the_safe_and_environmentally_sound_recycling_of_ships</a> <br><br></div><div><br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:27:54 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (TOP 10)</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-          India is a party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption (Hague Adoption Convention or Convention).</div><div>-          currently one of the fastest-growing economies in the world.</div><div>-          India is expected to become a high-middle income country by 2030.</div><div>-          The Republic of India is considered one of the potential superpowers of the world.</div><div>-          The economy of India is currently the world's third largest in terms of real GDP (PPP) after the United States of America and the People's Republic of China.</div><div>-          Earned 19 convention titles from UNESCO.<br><br>for more info:<br><a href="https://en.unesco.org/countries/india/conventions">https://en.unesco.org/countries/india/conventions</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India_as_a_potential_superpower">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India_as_a_potential_superpower</a> </div><div><a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/Intercountry-Adoption/Intercountry-Adoption-Country-Information/India.html">https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/Intercountry-Adoption/Intercountry-Adoption-Country-Information/India.html</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/043015/fundamentals-how-india-makes-its-money.asp">https://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/043015/fundamentals-how-india-makes-its-money.asp</a> <br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:28:19 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Bangkok, Thailand (TOP 2) </title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-          World-class Convention and Exhibition space.</div><div>-          Value for money </div><div>-          Thailand is a founding member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).</div><div>-          Middle power of global affairs.</div><div>-          With a high level of human development, the second-largest economy in Southeast Asia, and the 20th-largest in the world by PPP, Thailand is classified as a newly industrialized economy; manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism are leading sectors of the economy.</div><div>-          Earned 7 convention titles from UNESCO. <br><br>for more info:<br><a href="https://en.unesco.org/countries/thailand/conventions">https://en.unesco.org/countries/thailand/conventions</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thailand">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thailand</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://venuesworld.com/choose-thailand/">https://venuesworld.com/choose-thailand/</a> </div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:28:45 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (TOP 4) </title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-          Described as destination for business events and also often described with 3 diversified, world class, hospitable and inspirational. </div><div>-          Malaysia is attractive to international meeting planners and business events delegates because arrivals into Malaysia are boosted by easy access into the country. Over 60 airlines provide direct access to Malaysia, from over 100 destinations worldwide.</div><div>-          The International Congress and Convention Association ranked Malaysia 35th in the world for 2012, while the capital city Kuala Lumpur ranked eighth in the Asia Pacific region.</div><div>-          The 2012 Union of International Associations Meeting Statistics declared Malaysia 22nd in the world and fifth in Asia for international association meetings.</div><div>-          All around the country, Malaysia is equipped with purpose-built convention centres and meeting venues like the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre and the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching.</div><div>-          According to the Travel and Tourism Competitive Index by the World Economic Forum, Malaysia was the fifth most price-competitive country in the world for travel in 2012, which translates to a wide range of competitively priced accommodation and facilities. </div><div>-          Earned 7 convention titles from UNESCO.<br><br>for more info:<br><a href="https://en.unesco.org/countries/malaysia/conventions">https://en.unesco.org/countries/malaysia/conventions</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://www.businessdestinations.com/work/conferencing/malaysia-earning-reputation-as-conference-and-convention-hotspot/">https://www.businessdestinations.com/work/conferencing/malaysia-earning-reputation-as-conference-and-convention-hotspot/</a> </div><div><br><br></div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:29:16 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Singapore (TOP 1)</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-          Has a convention on Mediations, formally the United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation which was adopted on 20 December 2018 and opened for signature on 7 August 2019,is an international agreement regarding the recognition of mediated settlements.</div><div>-          Connects to the world’s biggest markets</div><div>-          A city of the future; and eco-system endowed with experienced and professional industry players well-versed in organizing events. </div><div>-          Leading brands and industries achieve the biggest milestones by hosting events in Singapore. </div><div>-          A winner of multiple awards and accolades over the years. Singapore is the one of the most lauded business destinations in Asia. <br><br>For more info: <br><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singapore_Mediation_Convention">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singapore_Mediation_Convention</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://www.visitsingapore.com/mice/en/why-singapore/top-10-reasons/">https://www.visitsingapore.com/mice/en/why-singapore/top-10-reasons/</a> </div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:29:38 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Bali, Indonesia (TOP 9)</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<div>-           Abundant and diverse natural resources</div><div>-          Young, large and burgeoning population (rapidly expanding middle class)</div><div>-          Political stability (relatively)</div><div>-          Prudent fiscal management since the late 1990s</div><div>-          Strategic location in relation to the giant economies of China and India</div><div>-          Low labour costs</div><div>-          Being an emerging market, there is a lot that needs to be built/developed</div><div>-          Earned 13 convention titles from UNESCO.<br><br>for more info:<br><a href="https://en.unesco.org/countries/indonesia/conventions">https://en.unesco.org/countries/indonesia/conventions</a> <br><br></div><div><a href="https://www.indonesia-investments.com/culture/economy/item177#:~:text=Resilient%20economic%20growth%2C%20low%20government,foreign%20direct%20investment%20(FDI)">https://www.indonesia-investments.com/culture/economy/item177#:~:text=Resilient%20economic%20growth%2C%20low%20government,foreign%20direct%20investment%20(FDI)</a> </div>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2021-03-07 07:32:24 UTC</pubDate>
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