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3/28/25, 1:22 PM The First Emirati Woman To Run For The Position Of UN Tourism Secretary-General Is Shaikha Al Nowais.
The UAE continues to solidify its exceptional position in the global tourism scene by
bolstering regional and international collaboration for the development of sustainable and
inclusive tourism, according to Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and
Chairman of the Emirates Tourism Council. Given that the UAE was re-elected to the UN
Tourism Executive Council for the 2025–2029 term, it has strong and strategic ties with UN
Tourism, promoting cooperative efforts and strategies that support creative and innovative
tourism initiatives and projects.

He went on to say, Shaikha Al Nowais’ candidacy for the UN Tourism Secretary-General
highlights the UAE’s reputation in the tourism industry and its significant and successful
role in fostering the expansion and sustainability of the global tourist sector.

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