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Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the Emirates

Tourism Council, will attend the summit. Joining him at the Summit will be more than 350
participants, including leaders, senior government officials, ministers, decision-makers,
investors, and entrepreneurs from the UAE and 53 African countries. The Summit’s platform will

be a significant avenue for dialogue, sharing expertise and best practices, and enhancing future

partnership opportunities across various tourism sectors.

The Summit builds on the UAE's leadership in shaping the future of global tourism,
championing innovative financing and investment solutions while advancing the principles of

sustainability and diversity in the sector. This approach reflects the UAE's successful model of
harmonizing economic growth with environmental stewardship and cultural preservation.

The UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit will focus on key sectors central to the shared
tourism ambitions of both regions. The agenda spotlights investment in tourism-focused

projects, including financing, infrastructure, hospitality, and innovative and sustainable tourism
initiatives.

The Summit will feature six panel discussions covering a range of vital tourism-related topics,

including growth opportunities and tourism cooperation between the UAE and Africa across
both the public and private sectors. They will shed the spotlight on the role of tourism as a key

driver of economic growth in African countries; ways to enhance investment in tourism
infrastructure and services to accelerate sustainable economic and social development; global

financing opportunities in the hospitality sector; and the pivotal role of the private sector in
shaping the future of African tourism.

The sessions will highlight how digital solutions, fintech, and enhanced logistical connectivity

can be integrated to facilitate travel across Africa, making tourism more sustainable and
efficient while enriching visitor experiences and driving economic growth. Discussions will also

underscore the importance of localizing innovation and adopting advanced digital technologies

to develop destinations and attractions across the continent.

On the sidelines of the UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit, a high-level ministerial

roundtable will be held in the presence of Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, with the participation of

more than 20 African ministers. The session will explore ways to strengthen tourism as a key
driver of economic growth and sustainable development in Africa, while also shedding light on

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