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H.E. Bin Touq participates

in World Tourism Forum

in Prague and highlights

UAE's leadership in

promoting sustainable

tourism through

technology & innovation

24-7 Press Release Newswire Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 11:00am GMT+4

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 key to

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