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diverse tourism projects in the fields of aviation, logistics services,

infrastructure, and the digital sector, with an estimated total value of
approximately US$6 billion and the potential to generate 70,000 job

opportunities in various countries of the African continent.

“This step aims to create a qualitative shift in the level of tourism partnerships

between the UAE and Africa. It will also pave the way for regional and global
business communities to participate in UAE-Africa tourism investment projects,
thus enhancing the position of tourism as a fundamental pillar of sustainable

and comprehensive economic development.”

Al Marri emphasised the importance of tourism cooperation in the next phase

to build new partnerships between the public and private sectors. He further
noted that the UAE has emerged as a strategic hub for building such effective

and impactful international tourism partnerships and serves as a successful
model for sharing its tourism expertise and capabilities with Africa, supported

by its robust experience and world-class infrastructure.

The meeting showcased the UAE’s model of tourism development and its
success in attracting high-quality global investment to the sector, thereby

enhancing economic diversification and contributing to national GDP growth.

The ministers shared a vision of sustainable, inclusive, and resilient tourism-led
growth that benefits communities, empowers women and youth, supports

micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, protects the environment, and
safeguards cultural and natural heritage. They also recognized the catalytic role

of private investment, sound policies, and effective public–private partnerships

in delivering quality infrastructure, services, and skills.

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The statement set out five priority areas to bolster joint efforts between the
UAE and Africa…

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