The annual ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF), which rotates alphabetically among member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), will arrive on Singapore’s shores in 2027.
Singapore marked the handover at ATF 2026 on January 29 with a by-invitation dinner for delegates at the Nustar Convention Center, and put forth a performance by Singaporean vocal ensemble, The Island Voices.
Edward Koh, executive director, International Group HQ & Oceania at Singapore Tourism Board, told TTG Asia that the city-state is “honoured to host the next ATF in January 2027”.
The high-level tourism industry event comprises closed-door meetings involving tourism leaders and policy-makers; Travex, a B2B tourism exhibition; and the ASEAN Tourism Conference.
In 2027, ATF will adopt the theme, Transforming Tourism, Empowering Tomorrow.
Koh added: “As the host nation during ASEAN’s 60th Anniversary, Singapore will facilitate discussions on six decades of regional partnership, and the continued evolution of ASEAN as a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient tourism destination.
“The 2027 forum is expected to showcase the broader ASEAN region’s diverse tourism experiences to international audiences and media. It will provide opportunities for tourism stakeholders to explore partnerships, share best practices, and promote the region’s tourism products to global markets.”
Singapore Tourism Board will announce details on ATF 2027 programming in due course.
Singapore last hosted ATF in 2017.
