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UAE Restaurant Group Celebrates Shaikha Al Nowais as First Female Secretary-General of UN Tourism

PR News Desk 18/06/2025

The UAE Restaurant Group (UAERG) recently extended its heartfelt congratulations to Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais on her groundbreaking appointment as the first female Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). In a move that marks a major milestone not only for the

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Shaikha Al Nowais named first woman Secretary-General of UN Tourism

News Editor 2 01/06/2025

From January 2026 The UN Tourism Executive Council has nominated Shaikha Al Nowais of the UAE as the next Secretary-General of the global tourism body, in a landmark move that would see her become the first woman to hold the post in the organisation’s 50-year history. Her nomination was announced during the Council’s 123rd session, […]

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UN Tourism unveils its latest Indonesia investment guidelines

Arnold Pinto 20/04/2025

To boost country’s tourism sector UN Tourism has unveiled its latest investment publication, ‘Tourism Doing Business: Investing in Indonesia.’ The guide provides a comprehensive overview of Indonesia’s tourism sector, positioning the Southeast Asian nation as a prime destination for sustainable investment. It provides detailed insights for global investors and highlights a

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UN adopts new tourism employment indicator

Arnold Pinto 16/03/2025

To guide efforts towards SDGs The United Nations has marked a significant milestone in recognising the role of tourism in sustainable development by adopting a new tourism employment indicator as part of the official Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Indicator Framework. This landmark decision was endorsed at the 56th session of the UN Statistical Commission, which […]

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UN Tourism sees Middle East as education and sports tourism leader

Arnold Pinto 17/02/2025

Region is a powerhouse in luxury tourism UN Tourism’s member states from across the Middle East convened in Doha, Qatar, on February 13, 2025, to discuss and shape the sector’s continued growth across the region. The 51st session of the Regional Commission featured high-level delegations from 13 member states, including eight tourism ministers. The gathering […]

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The 51st UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East in Doha Concludes

PR News Desk 13/02/2025

The 51st UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East concluded yesterday in Doha. Hosted by Qatar Tourism, the meeting brought together tourism ministers, senior officials, and experts from across the region, alongside leaders from UN Tourism. Discussions focused on UN Tourism’s reports on the sector’s performance for 2024-2025, as well as policies and future […]

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UAE participates in 51st UN Tourism Regional Commission meeting in Doha

PR News Desk 13/02/2025

A high-level UAE delegation, led by H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, participated in the 51st meeting of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) Regional Committee for the Middle East, held in the Qatari capital, Doha recently. The meeting served as a platform to discuss a range of tourism […]

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Qatar set to host the 51st UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East

PR News Desk 10/02/2025

Qatar Tourism is preparing to host the 51st UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East, set to take place in Doha on February 12th. The meeting will bring together tourism ministers, senior officials, and experts from various countries in the region, as well as leadership from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). […]

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UN Tourism in Morocco: Driving Investments and Celebrating Innovation

PR News Desk 29/01/2025

UN Tourism has strengthened its partnership with the Kingdom of Morocco, a key ally in its mission to grow innovation across Africa and boost investments into the tourism sector of the region. In an official visit to the Kingdom, UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili celebrated its achievements in growing tourism and making the sector a […]

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Georgia hosts World Tourism Day 2024 summit

Arnold Pinto 29/09/2024

With the theme of ‘Tourism and Peace’ World Tourism Day 2024, a testament to the global interest in promoting peace through tourism, was hosted on September 27, 2024, by UN Tourism in Tbilisi, Georgia. The event brought together a diverse group of 500 participants from 51 countries, including 13 tourism ministers, all united under the […]

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UN Tourism and FIA to propel sustainable sports tourism

Arnold Pinto 03/09/2024

New MoU signed in Monza The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) and the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) have signed a strengthened partnership to advance sustainable sports tourism. The new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), formalised during the Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend in Monza, Italy, underscores both organisations’

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UN Tourism And Germany Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

News Desk 10/06/2024

Germany Praised For Sustainable Tourism In a landmark agreement, the United Nations Tourism body and the German Federal Government have pledged to enhance bilateral cooperation, focusing on gender equality, sustainability, and improved tourist protection. During his official visit to Berlin on June 7, 2024, UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili engaged in

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UN Tourism’s Middle East Members Target Innovation

Arnold Pinto 23/05/2024

50th Meeting Held In Muscat Thirteen member states of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East are convening in Muscat, Oman (May 22-24, 2024), with a shared vision of steering the region’s tourism sector towards a future defined by innovation, investment, and inclusivity. The gathering marks the 50th meeting of the UN Tourism […]

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UN Tourism Launches Women in Tech Startup Competition: Middle East

Arnold Pinto 09/05/2024

Applications sought from startups UN Tourism has announced the commencement of the second edition of its groundbreaking Women in Tech Startup Competition: Middle East. This initiative is a beacon for women entrepreneurs revolutionising sustainable tourism and technology throughout the region. The competition is open to startups led by women and based in the Middle East.

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UN Hosts Tourism for Sustainable Development Event

Arnold Pinto 18/04/2024

Aligned With Sustainable Development Goals The United Nations General Assembly, in its commitment to global sustainability, convened a thematic event on April 16, 2024, as part of a significant global initiative. The event, focusing on tourism and its pivotal role in advancing sustainable development and resilience worldwide, underscores the collective effort needed for a

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UN Tourism urges sector to prioritise gender equality

Arnold Pinto 09/03/2024

Call made on International Women’s Day 2024 UN Tourism, the United Nations specialised agency, has urged the global tourism sector to ‘invest in women’ and expedite efforts towards achieving gender equality. The call, issued by UN Tourism in celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8, 2024, emphasised the underrepresentation of women in leadership