Editor ’ s Note
Enter the dragon
I n this issue we present several articles on the Asia market , including insights in India from Informa ’ s local MD , as well as insider views from Hong Kong , Singapore and
Thailand , as we enter the Year of the Dragon .
There has been plenty of debate about the issues trending for the year ahead , but if you want a grounding in research evidence , then I refer you to the new Global Industry Performance Review , published by jwc consultancy and exclusively previewed in this edition . The Cologne-based consultancy ’ s report says that global growth rates will gradually stabilise , converging to slightly lower pre-crisis levels , but the trajectory remains uneven across different regions . Emerging markets continue to be significant growth drivers , however . And , after surpassing the United States in total output ( adjusted for purchasing power ), China ’ s pace is cooling down . Read more on pages 20-21 .
We welcome blogger and influencer Irina Graf ’ s perspective on pages 18-19 , where she explores why strategic event legacy is the key to a successful return on investment . She notes that , as communities , we were desperate to return to gatherings , but our expectations around quality and purpose have shifted . Steve Monnington reviews the M & A scene over the past year and we offer another dose ( pages 43 and 45 ) of reporting on the fast start to the new year ’ s M & A with deals including at Ascential and IEG in Italy .
And check out the QEII Centre London ’ s report on ‘ Distracted Minds ’, pages 28-29 . Their Distracted Economy report takes a deep dive into the issue of distraction , looking at why delegates aren ’ t paying attention in business meetings and events and suggests actions organisers and venues can take to hold that attention and keep delegates engaged .
Do get in touch with your own news and views , as ever , whatever the hot topic that is top of mind for your business .
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