Saturday, June 15, 2024 The importance of tourism for the economic and social development of Cape Verde was the focus of a meeting between the Minister for Communities and the Diaspora of Cape Verde, Jorge Pedro Mauricio dos Santos, and Thomas Ellerbeck, Member of the Executive Committee of TUI Group . “TUI is more than just a company. We have built a partnership that is reflected in significant economic and social progress for Cape Verde,” said the Minister in Berlin during the exchange at the TUI Group office which took place yesterday.
TUI has been actively involved in Cape Verde since 2000, playing a pivotal role in transforming it into a thriving tourist destination. Through hotel construction, support for infrastructure projects, regular flights from European markets, and inclusion in its cruise line program, TUI has significantly contributed to Cape Verde’s growth. This development has enabled Cape Verde to shed its status as a Least Developed Country since 2007, with tourism being a major factor in this progress.
“Tourism is much more than an economic sector – it is a key driver of social and economic development, in Cape Verde and in many other countries. Our long-term and sustainable cooperation with Cape Verde has provided positive impetus for the country. This partnership shows how tourism can improve the quality of life in destinations, not only by creating jobs, but also by helping to train young people and promote entrepreneurship.
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