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Ajman Tourism Eyes Growth In Tourist Numbers From

CIS Countries

By OneArabia
Published: Sunday, September 15, 2024, 14:21 [GST]

The Ajman Tourism Development Department has initiated a promotional tour across the CIS, led
by Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, its Director-General. This tour, running from 14th to 21st
September, aims to strengthen ties with tourism representatives from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and
Azerbaijan to attract more tourists to Ajman.

Ajman is experiencing a notable rise in tourists from CIS countries. Visitor numbers have surged by
12 percent, and nightly accommodations have also increased by 12 percent. Hotel occupancy
rates have risen by 3 percent, and room revenues have grown by 5 percent compared to the
previous year.

The promotional tour includes stops in Almaty, Tashkent, and Baku. During these visits, the
Department is showcasing Ajman's latest tourist destinations and new projects designed to
enhance its status as a global tourist hub. The focus is on highlighting Ajman's rich heritage and
ongoing transformation into a unique cultural and tourist destination within the UAE.
Alhashmi stated, "The key goal of the promotional tour is to enhance Ajman’s position as a leading
tourist destination at a regional and global scale. Our visit to the CIS is aimed at deepening strategic

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