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Business – The Importance of Business Events for Thailand’s Economy and Growth

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BANGKOK, 6 January 2026: Thailand is gearing up for the IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings scheduled from 12 to 18 October 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre. This event underscores the significance of the meetings industry and MICE sector within Thailand’s tourism and economic strategies.

The venue holds historical importance, as the original convention center was constructed in just 18 months to host the same meetings in 1991. This marked Thailand’s emergence on the global meetings stage.

Key preparations and logistical planning are already underway, showcasing Thailand’s commitment to hosting world-class events. The upcoming meetings promise to be a pivotal occasion for international collaboration and economic discussions.

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Why business events matter to Thailand

BANGKOK, 6 January, 2026: With Thailand’s 2026 business travel and events calendar firmly underway, preparations are already well advanced for the IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings, scheduled for 12 to 18 October 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre in Bangkok. 

A global gathering that perfectly demonstrates how deeply embedded the meetings industry and the MICE sector are within Thailand’s tourism and economic strategy.

The choice of venue is symbolic. The original Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre was designed and built in just 18 months to host the IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings in 1991, marking Thailand’s arrival on the global meetings stage. 

I was personally involved in itinerary planning during that landmark year, including arranging the first-ever helicopter transfer from Don Muang Airport to the Shangri-La Hotel. It was also my…

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