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4/15/25, 4:58 PM AIM Congress explores future of tourism investment
from UNCTAD, UN Tourism, World Economic Forum, ESCAP, and the World Free

Zones Organisation.

The roundtable emphasised tourism's critical role in economic resilience, job

creation, and sustainable development. Opening remarks celebrated the region's

leadership in shaping future-ready policies to attract quality investments that

balance economic growth with environmental preservation.

Abdulla Ahmed Alsaleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, said, "Under

the guidance of our wise leadership, the UAE has succeeded in consolidating its

position as a global destination for investment in the tourism sector. We seek to

attract AED100 billion in new investments by 2031."

Fatima bint Jaafar Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism of the Kingdom of Bahrain,

highlighted the nation's evolving tourism policy and robust investment climate,

emphasising Bahrain's strategic role in advancing sustainable tourism and economic

growth.

Under its leadership, Bahrain has aligned itself with global tourism development

goals, integrating UN initiatives while offering attractive investment opportunities
through Golden Licences-two of which are tailored specifically to the tourism

sector. With streamlined regulations, investor privileges, and a "one-stop-shop"
approach to project facilitation, Bahrain continues to position itself as a premier

destination for tourism development and global collaboration.

Seyed Reza Salehi Amiri, Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts,

announced a transformative shift in the country's tourism strategy, emphasising a

strong pivot toward private sector involvement and investment-driven growth.

Yomna Elbahar, Vice Minister of Tourism and Antiquities of Egypt, highlighted

Egypt's independent progress in tourism and emphasised the nation's commitment

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