Tourism Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan

This achievement marks a strategic milestone for the country. Membership in one of the world's most respected international associations confirms Uzbekistan's growing recognition as a competitive destination in the global MICE industry (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions).

MICE Tourism: One of the Most Profitable Segments of the Global Tourism Industry

International congresses, conventions, exhibitions and business events represent one of the fastest-growing and most economically valuable segments of the global tourism industry.

Delegates attending such events typically generate substantially higher visitor spending than leisure tourists. They stay in high-quality hotels, dine at restaurants, use transport services, attend cultural attractions and events, and purchase a wide range of additional services. As a result, MICE events create significant economic benefits across multiple sectors, including hospitality, transportation, food and beverage, retail, entertainment and other service industries.

This is why countries around the world actively compete to host major international congresses, conventions, exhibitions and business events.

ICCA Membership: A Mark of International Recognition

The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) is one of the most influential organizations in the global meetings and events industry.

Its membership includes thousands of convention bureaux, destination management organizations, professional congress organizers, convention centres, hotels and other industry stakeholders from more than 100 countries worldwide.

Membership in ICCA enhances international confidence in a country's ability to host large-scale congresses and conferences while strengthening Uzbekistan's reputation as a reliable and attractive destination for world-class business events.

More International Events to Be Hosted in Uzbekistan

By joining ICCA, Uzbekistan gains direct access to the global professional network responsible for shaping the international calendar of congresses, conferences and major business events.

This membership will enable Uzbekistan to:

• submit competitive bids to host international congresses and forums well in advance;
• engage directly with leading international associations and event organizers;
• prepare world-class bid proposals for major international events;
• more actively promote Uzbekistan as a premier destination for global business events.

These opportunities will create a strong foundation for a significant increase in the number of international forums, congresses, exhibitions and business conferences hosted in Uzbekistan in the coming years.

Attracting High-Value International Visitors

One of the greatest advantages of MICE tourism is its ability to attract high-spending international visitors.

In addition to participating in business events, delegates typically spend several days exploring the destination, visiting cultural heritage sites, experiencing local cuisine, discovering pilgrimage destinations, and enjoying modern tourism infrastructure.

Such visits help strengthen Uzbekistan's international tourism brand, enhance the country's global image, and encourage business travellers to return later with their families for leisure travel.

Building a Strong Foundation for the Development of Uzbekistan's MICE Industry

ICCA membership opens a new chapter in the systematic development of Uzbekistan's MICE sector.

In particular, it will enable the country to:

• gain access to the world's leading analytical database on international congresses and business events;
• adopt international best practices in preparing competitive event bids;
• provide professional training aligned with global industry standards;
• establish a national centre of excellence for MICE professionals;
• significantly expand cooperation with international partners across the meetings and events industry.

Together, these opportunities will substantially enhance Uzbekistan's competitiveness in the global market for international business events.

A New Stage of Development, New Opportunities

In recent years, Uzbekistan has consistently implemented large-scale reforms aimed at modernising its tourism infrastructure, expanding hotel capacity, developing state-of-the-art convention facilities, increasing international air connectivity, and actively promoting the country's tourism brand in global markets.

Official membership in ICCA is a natural continuation of these reforms and represents another important step toward strengthening Uzbekistan's position as an emerging destination for international meetings, congresses and business events.