This page is designed for corporate compliance, legal, procurement and audit teams reviewing a buyer’s participation in the Business Travel Show Asia Pacific Hosted Buyer Programme.
Purpose of the hosted buyer programme
The hosted buyer programme at Business Travel Show Asia Pacific is designed to enable qualified corporate travel managers, procurement leaders and other business travel stakeholders to:
- Gain market insights and education on corporate travel in Asia Pacific
- Benchmark programmes, policies and technology with peers
- Meet a curated selection of vetted suppliers in a structured environment
The programme is not intended to influence purchasing decisions through gifts, personal benefits or inappropriate hospitality.
How the programme is funded & structured
The programme is administered by The BTN Group, part of Northstar Travel Group.
Hosted travel and accommodation benefits:
- Are funded centrally by the event organiser from the overall event budget
- Are not paid directly by any single exhibitor or sponsor to an individual buyer
- Cover only event-related costs (for example, economy-class travel, hotel and event registration)
- Do not include cash payments, lavish entertainment or unrelated gifts
Hosted buyers are under no obligation to sign contracts, change suppliers or make purchasing commitments as a condition of participation.
What buyers receive
Depending on eligibility, hosted buyers may receive:
- Economy-class return airfare or equivalent travel support
- Hotel accommodation for the duration of the event
- Event registration and access to conference content
- Pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings with relevant suppliers
- Access to structured networking sessions connected to the event
All benefits are documented and linked directly to participation in the event.
Anti-bribery & anti-corruption frameworks
The hosted buyer programme is designed to align with key international and national anti-bribery and anti-corruption standards. Depending on the organisation’s structure and location, the following may be relevant.
International and regional instruments
- United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC)
- OECD Convention on Combating Bribery of Foreign Public Officials
- ADB/OECD Anti-Corruption Initiative for Asia and the Pacific
Commonly applicable laws
- UK Bribery Act 2010
- U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)
Selected Asia-Pacific national laws
Buyers and sponsors in the region may also be subject to, for example:
- Singapore – Prevention of Corruption Act and related legislation
- Australia – Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth) and foreign-bribery reforms
- India – Prevention of Corruption Act 1988; Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013
- Malaysia – Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009
- China (PRC) – Criminal Law; Anti-Unfair Competition Law (commercial bribery)
- Japan – Penal Code; Unfair Competition Prevention Act (foreign public officials)
Organisations remain responsible for complying with all laws, regulations and internal codes of conduct applicable to them. This overview does not constitute legal advice.
Expectations of Hosted Buyers
Hosted buyers are required to agree to the Hosted Buyer Terms & Conditions and Code of Conduct. These include commitments to:
- Attend a defined number of pre-scheduled meetings with relevant exhibitors
- Participate professionally and transparently in all business activities
- Refrain from soliciting or accepting gifts, personal benefits or hospitality that would breach their organisation’s policies
- Disclose hosted status (travel, accommodation, registration support) internally where required by company policy
Documentation to support internal approvals
To assist with internal compliance and audit processes, we can provide or confirm:
- This Hosted Buyer Compliance & Anti-Bribery Overview
- A copy of the full Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Statement
- Hosted buyer invitation and confirmation details
- An outline of estimated benefit value (travel, accommodation and registration) on request
Contact for compliance, legal & procurement teams
Our team is happy to speak directly with your compliance, legal or procurement colleagues to answer questions about the hosted buyer programme, funding model or documentation.
- Business Travel Show Asia Pacific email: hosted@businesstravelshowapac.com
- Website
- Link to full statement
Last updated: 09 December 2025
This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Organisations should seek their own legal or compliance guidance as required.
