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Messe Frankfurt new partnerships in India

International exhibition organiser, Messe Frankfurt, announced new strategic partnerships to strengthening its portfolio in India. Partnership between Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India and BusinessLive Trade Fairs will be able to develop Media Expo. Through the acquisition of five Sign India Expo, Media will be staged at five major exhibition hubs in India.

Comexposium appoints new head in India

Comexposium, France-based international event organiser, has appointed Sajid Desai as its President & Country Head – India, reflecting the company’s strategic expansion in one of the fastest-growing trade and consumption markets. He has more than 30 years of experience in international leadership across events, exhibition, media, and digital platforms. He has held senior leadership positions in various leading exhibition organisers in the world.

New Executive Director of Messe Stuttgart China

Messe Stuttgart announced the appointment of Lisa Moi as its new Executive Director of Nanjing Stuttgart Joint Exhibition Ltd, a Messe Stuttgart subsidiary, effective 1st January 2026. She succeeded Hans Stoter, who has been in the position for seven years. She has over 20 years of experience in the Chinese trade fair business, including holding leadership positions at various international organisers.

HKTDC welcomes the 2026-27 Budget

Last week, the Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Paul Chan, released the latest 2026-27 Budget, reflecting the government’s determination and proactive approach to growing the economy, driving development and improving people’s livelihoods. The government will allocate HK$100 million (US$13 million) to attract international, large-scale exhibitions with new elements.