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Africa and explore new areas to expand cooperation and drive growth. This renewed impetus to

broaden ties will serve to attract fresh investments into diverse sectors, notably tourism,
supporting the development aspirations of countries across the African continent.
The meeting was also attended by His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy

and Tourism. On their part, tourism and investment ministers from Africa participating in the

summit expressed their appreciation for the pioneering economic and development model
showcased by the UAE and its stature as a top global tourist destination. The delegates also

praised the comprehensive economic development the UAE has achieved and the success of its
tourism sector, saying that it offered refreshing insights on attracting global investments and

establishing world-class infrastructure. They also voiced hope that the UAE and African countries
would be able to identify new untapped avenues for collaboration and investment in the tourism

sector, supporting comprehensive development roadmaps on both sides.

Focusing on key areas of mutual interest, the UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit addresses
vital themes such as investment in tourism-related projects, financing, infrastructure, hospitality,

innovative tourism services, and sustainable development.

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