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3/28/25, 1:25 PM UAE's Shaikha Al Nowais to run for UN Tourism Secretary-General position
The candidacy reflects the UAE's commitment to strengthening efforts to support

the growth and sustainability of global tourism. It underlines the country's

outstanding role in various tourism fields; its remarkable growth in the sector and

resilience in the face of challenges; and its continued support for the initiatives and

projects launched by UN Tourism.

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

Tourism Council, said: "The UAE continues to consolidate its outstanding position

in the global tourism landscape, strengthening regional and global cooperation for

sustainable and inclusive tourism development. It enjoys close and strategic

relationships with UN Tourism, driving joint efforts and strategies that support

innovative and pioneering tourism initiatives and projects, especially as the UAE's

was re-elected to the UN Tourism Executive Council for the term 2025-2029."

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