For the first time this year, The Road to INAMICE 2025 was held as a pre-event to the highly anticipated 8th INAMICE Conference, marking a significant step in Jakarta’s journey to position itself as a leading hub for sustainable MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) in Asia. Organized by the MICE Study Program of Politeknik Negeri Jakarta, and supported by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia, the Jakarta Provincial Tourism Office, and the United Nations, this milestone event took place on February 21, 2025, at @america, Pacific Place Mall. Bringing together prominent industry leaders, youth representatives, and international organizations, the event centered around the importance of environmentally responsible event planning and the active role of young people in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Among the key speakers were Raty Ning, Vice Chairman for Tourism at KADIN Indonesia and Chairperson of ICCA Indonesia, and Miklos Gaspar, Director of the United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) Jakarta. Their insights shed light on practical strategies for implementing green innovations, reducing carbon footprints, and encouraging cross-sector collaboration to build a more sustainable future for Indonesia's event industry. The session also highlighted global best practices, zero-waste initiatives, and youth-led environmental movements that can inspire local adaptation. More than just a discussion forum, The Road to INAMICE 2025 served as a collaborative platform that underscored the shared responsibility of stakeholders—governments, private sectors, educational institutions, and international bodies—in shaping a greener MICE ecosystem.