Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macao

The 12th Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF) concluded on October 16, 2026, in Macao. Held under the theme ‘Crisis · Resilience · Evolution — Building a Tourism Economy for a Shared Future’, the event was organized by the Macao Special Administrative Region Government in collaboration with UN Tourism.

Approximately 1,300 participants from more than 20 countries and regions attended, including government officials, business leaders, and representatives from international organizations. Live broadcasts reached over 8.6 million viewers. The forum facilitated over 1,000 online and offline business matchmaking sessions and approximately 50 bilateral meetings regarding tourism, civil aviation, and investment promotion.

Discussions focused on sustainability, inbound tourism, cultural integration, and industry resilience. Following the event, Hainan Province was announced as the host for the 13th Global Tourism Economy Forum in 2027. To support this transition, the Macao Government Tourism Office and the Hainan Provincial Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports signed a memorandum of understanding to deepen regional cooperation.