Page 79 - AJMAN TOURISM PR REPORT - September 2024

9/18/24, 11:00 AM Ajman Tourism Development Department eyes more tourists from CIS markets
The promotional tour includes visits to Almaty, Tashkent and Baku, during which the Department is
highlighting Ajman's latest tourist destinations and new projects which aim to enhance the Emirate's

position as a global tourist destination.

Ajman is currently witnessing a substantial increase in tourists from the CIS countries, recording an
exceptional increase of 12 percent visitors and 12 percent increase in nightly accommodations. This
is a testament to the growing attractiveness of the emirate as a tourist destination. There has been a
marked increase of 3 percent in hotel occupancy rate, along with a 5 percent increase in room

revenues as compared to the previous year.

Alhashmi said, "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
relations with our key partners and further exploring newer avenues for cooperation and exchange of
expertise."

He added, "During the promotional tour, we are showcasing Ajman's rich heritage and ongoing
transformation as a unique cultural and tourist destination within the UAE, enabling us to draw more

visitors. We are confident that all these efforts will create new opportunities for sustainable
economic growth and reinforce Ajman's position as a global tourist attraction."

Ajman Tourism Development Department is making a strategic move through this tour, aiming to
achieve a wide array of goals, including raising international awareness of the position of the emirate

as a unique tourist destination and educating the international market on the unique experiences that
Ajman offers.

It also seeks to reinforce collaborations with global partners, further contributing to creating new
opportunities for cooperation and knowledge sharing. Furthermore, the Department aims to expand
tourism opportunities from CIS countries, boosting the number of visitors and tourism revenue,
supporting the local economy by increasing hotel income and creating new employment

opportunities.

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