U.S, March 8 -- The most important topics were the growing importance of AI, the shortage of skilled labor, and climate justice.

All signs point to success in 2024: ITB Berlin 2024 put a clear focus on shaping the future and once again underlined its role as the leading international platform for business, innovation and networking. Despite widespread strikes, this year's ITB Berlin recorded a slight increase with nearly 100,000 attendees - a result that exceeded expectations in the face of challenging strike circumstances. Diverse and globally represented, more than 5,500 exhibitors from 170 countries illuminated the three business days, occupying all 27 exhibition halls at the Berlin Exhibition Grounds.

"ITB Berlin once again mirrored...