THE MONTHLY MEETING OF THE M.I.C.E. TOURISM SPECIALIZATION PRESIDENCY WAS HELD

The monthly meeting of the TÜRSAB 26th Term M.I.C.E. Tourism Specialization Presidency was held on Monday, April 13, 2026, at TÜRSAB Central Office in a hybrid format, coordinated by Specialization President Gürkan Akün.

The meeting was attended by Board Member Özgür Ildır Öksüz,  Specialization Vice Presidents, and members of the Specialization Department.

During the meeting, which addressed current issues and proposed solutions in the M.I.C.E. tourism sector, the high costs of convention centers and the practice of directing organizers toward specific companies in service and supply processes were discussed. The meeting also focused on the competitive challenges created by hotels’ pricing policies that exclude travel agencies. Additionally, the impact of high visa fees imposed on certain countries, particularly Africa and India, on the sector was discussed.

Following the collection of members’ views and suggestions, the meeting concluded with a consensus to strengthen collaboration with industry stakeholders and increase solution oriented efforts in the coming period.

We thank all our members who participated and supported the development of our sector.