MACAO — The opening ceremony of the 12th Global Tourism Economy Forum · Macao was held at MGM Cotai in the Macao Special Administrative Region on Friday.

The GTEF, established in Macao in 2012, has emerged as a preeminent international platform driving the future of sustainable tourism development. 

GTEF brings together leaders from government, business, and academia to address opportunities and challenges in the global tourism economy.

For more than a decade, the GTEF has facilitated transformative connections through bilateral meetings, strategic business matching, and exhibitions, providing valuable insights into emerging industry trends and fostering meaningful international cooperation. 

China Daily's Adam Lam took the photos on Friday.