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The meeting reviewed mechanisms to support and sustain and build upon this national achievement, with the

aim of enhancing the UAE’s global position in developing sustainable tourism destinations. This will be
achieved by promoting the strengths that earned Masfout this award and by strengthening cooperation

between the public and private sectors in this regard.

The Council also discussed Emiratisation efforts in the hospitality sector. Members reviewed programmes
and initiatives aimed at increasing the participation of national talent across diverse roles, highlighting the

national priority of engaging Emirati youth in hospitality, particularly in operations management and digital
transformation.

In addition, the meeting highlighted efforts to develop a comprehensive and accurate database of jobs and
national professionals, in collaboration with government and private sector partners. It discussed the

implementation of practical training programmes that provide citizens with hands-on experience in hotel
establishments, preparing a qualified generation of national talent to lead the sector in the future.

The meeting took place days ahead of the UAE–Africa Tourism Investment Summit in Dubai. The Council
discussed the opportunities and capabilities offered by the Summit, particularly in engaging companies in

joint hotel and hospitality initiatives between the UAE and African countries, as well as in boosting tourism
flows to the country. These efforts are expected to reinforce the UAE’s position as a global hub for hospitality

and sustainable tourism, strengthening its role as a key partner in building an international tourism
ecosystem grounded in cooperation, innovation, and knowledge sharing.

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