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tourism workforce, enrich cultural tourism experiences, and support rural community development
through sustainable tourism.”

During the meeting, both sides discussed several priority areas of mutual interest, including
initiatives to empower local communities and opportunities to leverage China’s expertise and
resources. They also explored ways to enhance tourism mobility across countries and regions
through bilateral and multilateral collaboration, aligned with the United Nations’ global tourism
frameworks.

Both parties affirmed the importance of aligning international efforts to strengthen tourism’s role as
a bridge between people and cultures, and as a catalyst for sustainable development and youth
empowerment. They emphasised the need for renewed policies that embrace diversity, foster
innovation, and ensure the sustainable use of resources.

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