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UAE continues to enhance its position as a global hub for sustainable tourism and plays an active role in shaping
the sector's future through greater international collaboration

DUBAI, UAE, May 15, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri,

UAE Minister of Economy and Chairman of the Emirates Tourism Council, attended the World

Tourism Forum 2025 held recently in Prague, organised by the UN Tourism in collaboration with

the Government of the Czech Republic under the theme 'Shaping the Future of Tourism through
Innovation and Technology.'

The event brought together global leaders, policymakers, and experts to explore the latest trends and

best practices in tourism and hospitality, focusing on AI and advanced technologies as well as their

role in the sustainable development of the sector.

H.E. Bin Touq highlighted how the UAE has prioritised the tourism sector as a key strategic pillar of

the national economy. The country continues to strengthen its position as a leading global

destination by investing in innovation, adopting latest digital solutions, and forging strategic

partnerships with various countries and leading global institutions.

H.E. added: "The UAE has successfully established its position on the global tourism landscape,

strengthening its role in the growth and prosperity of the sector as a global hub for sustainable

tourism. This was achieved through developing advanced infrastructure, enhancing innovation and

integrating technology into tourism policies, and actively contributing to shaping the future of
global tourism through greater international collaboration."

The UAE Minister of Economy highlighted that participation in the Global Tourism Forum offers a

significant opportunity to enhance international collaboration and exchange expertise with industry

leaders and key decision-makers from around the world. H.E. added that the Forum is an ideal
platform for showcasing the UAE's success in developing smart and sustainable tourism offerings

and leveraging cutting-edge technology including AI and other digital tools to drive innovation and

sustainable growth of the sector.

H.E. bin Touq added: "We believe that forging global partnerships and developing national talent are

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