Wednesday, May 22, 2024 As the Middle East hosts its 50th UN Tourism Commission, it highlights key strides in innovation and investment, shaping the future. The Regional Commission for the Middle East recently hosted high-level representatives from thirteen Member States, which included eight Tourism Ministers. During the reception, the UN Tourism Secretary-General extended a warm invitation to all members to celebrate the Commission’s Golden Jubilee.
He highlighted the collaborative efforts spanning 50 sessions that have significantly expanded and enhanced the region’s tourism industry. Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili provided Members with an update on the Organization’s work since the Commission last met (Jordan, June 2023), with special attention to key priorities of tourism education, jobs and investments. Opening the meeting he said: “Now, we can confidently say that the Middle East is a true global tourism leader.
Not just in terms of arrivals, but the region is influencing our sector’s development everywhere in the world. It is a hub of tourism innovation and education. And it is a leading investor, backing big ideas and ambitious projects with the power to transform tourism at every level.
” Innovative and Resilient Tourism Development Post the presentations by the Secretary-General and the Regional Director for the Middle East, discussions pivoted towards fostering a more innovative, diverse, and robust tourism sector. The discussions underscored th.
