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H.E. Bin Touq Participates In World Tourism

Forum In Prague And Highlights UAE's

Leadership In Promoting Sustainable Tourism

Through Technology & Innovation

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2025-05-13 10:03:03

(MENAFN- Mid-East Info) UAE continues to enhance its position as a global hub for
sustainable tourism and plays an active role in shaping the sector's future through greater
international collaboration

His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the Emirates
Tourism Council, attended the World Tourism Forum 2025 held on 12 and 13 May in Prague,
organised by the UN Tourism in collaboration with the Government of the Czech Republic
under the theme 'Shaping the Future of Tourism through Innovation and Technology.'

The event brought together global leaders, policymakers, and experts to explore the latest
trends and best practices in tourism and hospitality, focusing on AI and advanced
technologies as well as their role in the sustainable development of the sector.

H.E. Bin Touq highlighted how the UAE has prioritised the tourism sector as a key strategic
pillar of the national economy. The country continues to strengthen its position as a leading
global destination by investing in innovation, adopting latest digital solutions, and forging
strategic partnerships with various countries and leading global institutions.

H.E. added:“The UAE has successfully established its position on the global tourism
landscape, strengthening its role in the growth and prosperity of the sector as a global hub
for sustainable tourism. This was achieved through developing advanced infrastructure,
enhancing innovation and integrating technology into tourism policies, and actively
contributing to shaping the future of global tourism through greater international
collaboration.”

The Minister of Economy highlighted that participation in the Global Tourism Forum offers a
significant opportunity to enhance international collaboration and exchange expertise with
industry leaders and key decision-makers from around the world. H.E. added that the Forum
is an ideal platform for showcasing the UAE's success in developing smart and sustainable

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