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Shaikha Al Nowais meets with President of Congo in Kinshasa

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KINSHASA, 28th July 2025 (WAM) — Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais, Secretary-General-elect of UN Tourism for
the 2026–2029 term, met with Félix Tshisekedi, President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, to discuss
avenues for future cooperation between UN Tourism and the Congolese government in the areas of culture,
tourism, and sustainable development.

The meeting focused on strengthening partnerships to advance shared priorities while addressing the challenges
facing the cultural sector.

Discussions also explored opportunities to elevate the Democratic Republic of Congo’s status as a leading
cultural and tourism hub in Africa.

She also held a bilateral meeting with HYolande Elebe Ma Ndembo, Congolese Minister of Culture, Arts, and
Heritage, during which both sides explored prospects for collaboration aimed at enhancing cultural infrastructure

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