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12/23/24, 2:28 PM Ajman Tourism Unveils Unique Emirati-Crafted Experiences - OneArabia

Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director-General of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development, expressed the

department's commitment to youth empowerment through these initiatives. He stated, "Through the training programmes

and tourism initiatives we offer, we aim to motivate the younger generation, engage them in the country's tourism sector,
and invest in local human talents and abilities. This contributes to creating new and innovative job opportunities for them,

while instilling a more youthful and dynamic spirit filled with creativity and passion."

Khadija Mohammed Turki, an expert in Tourism Marketing at the department, highlighted the programme's focus areas.

She said it encourages environmentally friendly initiatives by preserving Ajman's historical character and traditional crafts.

Turki noted that this approach motivates community members to contribute to tourism development through activities that
support sustainable growth.

The selected experiences include visits to local museums and farms. Tourists can also walk through ancient water

channels known as Aflaaj. Additionally, they spend a day with local families from Masfout. These activities aim to provide

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