PATA Delegation Visits FHTM at MUST to Foster Tourism Education and International Exchange

2026/10/16

Mr. Henry Oh, Chairman of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA); Mr. Andrew Jones, Chairman of the PATA Foundation; and Ms. Carolina Xu, Senior Manager of Membership Relations, visited the Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management (FHTM) at Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) on Thursday, October 15, 2026. They were warmly received by Prof. Ben K. Goh, Dean; Prof. Pan Su Ying, Program Director; Dr. Jenny Kim Jinkyung, Associate Professor; and Ms. Michelle Ou, Assistant Administrative Officer. Several student representatives from the Faculty also joined the reception and exchange.

Group Photo

During the visit, accompanied by Faculty representatives, the delegation toured the MUST History and Achievements Exhibition Hall, The Seasons Restaurant and the Culinary Labs, gaining insight into MUST’s development and practical teaching facilities. Afterwards, the two sides held a meeting, FHTM introduces the Faculty’s academic achievements and international development. Both sides also introduced the latest developments of PATA and the Faculty, and exchanged views on future collaboration.

Exchange of Souvenirs (Left: Prof. Ben K. Goh, Dean; Right: Mr. Henry Oh)

At the meeting, both sides engaged in in-depth discussions on tourism education, sustainable tourism, cooperation with international organizations, student and faculty exchanges, Asia-Pacific regional tourism development and internship program. They agreed that there is broad room for collaboration. After the meeting, commemorative gifts were exchanged and a group photo was taken.

Discussion Session