Penang, Malaysia, September 27, 2024 – The World Research Travel Organization (WRTO) has officially announced that Penang will host the World Research Travel Conference 2024, taking place from November 3 to 7, 2024, at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre. Supported by the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB), the event will bring together global experts, educators, and industry leaders to discuss the future of research travel and promote sustainable growth in the sector.
This year’s conference holds special significance as it aligns with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Malaysia. To honour this milestone, China has been invited as a guest country for the first time. The event also marks the 11th anniversary of the nation’s comprehensive strategic partnership. The conference aims to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on enhancing cultural exchanges, tourism, education, and marine ecology between the two nations.
Penang, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and commitment to sustainability, is the perfect backdrop for this international gathering. As a hub for conferences and exhibitions, the state aims to leverage this prestigious event to advance its vision of becoming a premier destination for global tourism and educational exchange.
The World Research Travel Conference will explore the fast-growing trend of research travel, a sector that blends education with travel to create enriching learning experiences. With families increasingly seeking such opportunities, the conference will highlight the potential of this market, emphasizing its value in meeting diverse educational needs. Additionally, it will focus on fostering cross-sector collaboration to build a more sustainable ecosystem for the research travel industry.
Sustainability will be a key theme, with discussions centring on environmentally responsible and socially conscious travel practices. The conference will explore ways to integrate sustainable development principles into the research travel sector, ensuring that the industry positively impacts future generations and society.
This event is expected to be a major milestone in the global tourism and education sectors, encouraging high-quality development while promoting international collaboration. Experts and stakeholders from around the world are invited to participate in this transformative gathering, which promises to shape the future of research travel and sustainable tourism.
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