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Ministry of Economy launches Summer Hospitality
Camp 2025 to build national capabilities in the

hospitality sector

June 17, 2025

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Ministry of Economy UAE launched a summer hospitality camp to build national

capabilities in the hospitality sector. H.E. added: “The Summer Hospitality Camp
is an investment in our young Emiratis, designed to equip them with the skills

and training needed to thrive in the tourism sector. It reflects our commitment to
increasing local participation in this vital industry and aligns with our vision for a

dynamic tourism future led by capable Emirati talent. Through this initiative, we are preparing the next

generation of leaders and innovators who will enrich the visitor experience in the UAE and serve as true
ambassadors of our authentic Emirati identity and globally recognized hospitality.” In the presence of H.E.

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

of Economy launched the ‘Summer Hospitality Camp 2025’. The comprehensive training program places
students in real-world hospitality settings such as hotels and tourism facilities to enhance national tourism

capabilities, supporting broader efforts to develop human capital in the UAE’s tourism and hospitality

sectors. The initiative aligns with the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031 and is being implemented in strategic
partnership with academic institutions, tourism and hospitality companies, and leading hospitality providers

across the country.

The launch event was attended by H.E. Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais, Secretary-General elect of the United
Nations World Tourism Organization for the 2026–2029 term, it was also attended by nearly 100 people

representing the country’s hospitality sector, along with student leaders, and industry professionals.

Speaking at the event, H.E. Bin Touq emphasized that tourism has become a key driver of sustainable
development and economic competitiveness, thanks to the vision and support of the UAE’s wise leadership.

Pointing out the sector’s outstanding performance, he highlighted the importance of preparing leaders and
developing national capabilities across tourism-related activities to ensure sustainable growth and enhance

the sector’s contribution to economic and social development. The Ministry of Economy works closely with

government and private sector partners to achieve this strategic objective.
H.E. Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais emphasized that the camp marks a significant step forward in building

national capacity within the tourism sector. She noted that the program plays a vital role in developing

human capital and cultivating world-class expertise through hands-on experience across various tourism
and hospitality fields in the UAE. This model, she explained, aligns with global trends that position tourism

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