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Global Hospitality and Tourism Forum

The Global Hospitality and Tourism Forum (GHTF) is an international platform that focuses on the development and promotion of the hospitality and tourism sectors. It serves as a collaborative space where government agencies, industry stakeholders, and academia come together to address challenges, share insights, and foster innovation within these industries. The forum aims to enhance global tourism through strategic partnerships, knowledge sharing, and the implementation of best practices.
 

  • Conversation: GHTF establishes a dialogue that bring together key players from the academia and the industry. These dialogue sessions provide opportunities for networking, collaboration, and discussion on pressing issues affecting hospitality and tourism education.
     
  • Sustainability: Recognizing the impact of climate change on tourism, GHTF promotes sustainable practices within the industry. This involves advocating for eco-friendly policies, responsible travel behaviors, and initiatives that protect cultural heritage sites.
     
  • Networking: The forum provides a platform for professionals from around the world to connect with one another. This networking fosters collaboration across borders which can lead to innovative solutions addressing common challenges faced by the industry.
     
  • Recognition: GHTF also hosts awards ceremonies to recognize excellence in hospitality and tourism education and industry practices. These awards highlight outstanding contributions made by individuals or organizations within the sector.

     

The Global Hospitality and Tourism Forum plays a crucial role in shaping the future of global tourism through collaboration among various stakeholders, focusing on sustainability while enhancing educational opportunities within the industry.
 

GHTF

Steering Committee

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Prof. Dr. Kashif Hussain
Conference Chair Person
Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia
 

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Prof. Dr. Mohd Hafiz Mohd Hanafiah
Conference Co-Chair
Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
 

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Mr. Charles Hains
Conference Co-Chair
Hotel and Tourism Management Institute, Switzerland
 

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Prof. Ts. Dr. Murali Raman
Conference Advisor
Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia
 

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmad Rasmi Suleiman Albattat
Conference Programme Co-Chair
Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia
 

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Associate Professor Dr. Jugindar Singh
Conference Coordinator
Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia
 

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Dr. Ravindra Kumar Perumal
Conference Coordinator
Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia
 

GHTF

Speakers

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Prof. Emeritus Dr. Jafar Jafari
University of Wisconsin-Stout, USA
 

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Prof. Dr. Dogan Gursoy
Washington State University, USA
 

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Prof. Dr. Angelina Yee
Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia
 

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Prof. Dr. Atif Hassan
Beaconhouse National University, Pakistan
 

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Prof. Dr. Vikneswaran Nair
Wawasan Open University, Malaysia
Cornell Leadership Academy, Malaysia
 

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Dr. Faizan Ali
University of South Florida Sarasota Manatee, USA
 

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Dr. Samuel Folorunso Adeyinka-Ojo
Department of Marketing, Faculty of Business, Curtin University, Malaysia
 

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Ms. Ma. Christina G. Aquino
Lyceum of the Philippines University, Philippines
 

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Mr. Reginald T. Pereira
Aariana Hospitality International, Malaysia 
 

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Mr. Vasudevan Suppiah
HR Practitioner, Industry Patron, Malaysia 
 

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Mr. Bernard Sebastian
Parkroyal Serviced Suites KL, Malaysia
 

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Mr. Ts. Nur Zahdi Mohd Nor Aldin
Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia
 

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Prof. Dr. Ahmad Puad Mat Som
Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Malaysia 
 

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Dr. Kiran Shinde
La Trobe University, Australia
 

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Prof. Ir. Eur. Ing. Ts. Dr. Vinesh Thiruchelvam
Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia 
 

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Prof. Dr. Cihan Cobanoglu 
Virscend University, USA 

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Dr. Puvaneswaran Kunasekaran
Universiti Putra Malaysia 
 

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Prof. Dr. Amitabh Upadhyay
The Woolwich Institute, Dubai

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Prof. Dr. Neethiahnanthan Ari Ragavan
Taylor’s University, Malaysia

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Prof. Dr. Mohammad Falahat Nejadmahani 
Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia

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Dato’ Thangavelu Kuppusamy
Managing Director, InstaTech Sdn Bhd 
 


Global Hospitality and Tourism Forum 2025


Redefining Tourism Industry Towards a Sustainable Future
25 July 2025, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: http://www.apu.edu.my/ghtf 


Organizing Body: APU- Malaysia
 


11th International Conference on Hospitality and Tourism 2025


Redefining Tourism Industry Towards a Sustainable Future
25-26 July 2025, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Website: https://tourismconference.co


Organizing Body: TIIKM-Sri Lanka
 

GHTF

Event Registration and Hotel Booking

Participation in GHTF 2025 is via exclusive invitation by APU. Alternatively, delegates can register and book hotel via joining ICOHT 2025 by TIIKM.

https://tourismconference.co

 


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