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6/16/25, 5:15 PM H.E. Bin Touq holds high-level meetings in Cyprus and Greece to strengthen economic partnerships and expand tourism collaborati…
In addition, the two ministers discussed potential joint tourism initiatives in both markets and
the broader Eastern Mediterranean region. Emphasis was placed on launching innovative

programs in sustainable and green tourism to further stimulate bilateral tourism exchange.

Finally, H.E. Bin Touq’s meeting with H.E. Olga Kefalogianni, Greek Minister of Tourism,
discussed the strengthening of bilateral tourism cooperation across multiple sectors. The
discussions focused on three key areas: sharing expertise in smart tourism infrastructure,

promoting sustainable environmental practices, and developing joint programs to increase

tourism exchanges between both countries. H.E. Bin Touq highlighted the meeting’s
significance as a key milestone in advancing UAE-Greek tourism relations, building further on
the two countries’ growing economic partnership.

Tourism collaboration between the UAE and Greece continues to witness significant growth, as

reflected in the latest visitor statistics. In 2024, the UAE welcomed 20,452 Greek visitors,
marking a 25 per cent increase compared to 16,366 visitors in 2023. This positive momentum

is further reinforced by strong air connectivity, with 33 weekly flights currently operating
between the two countries via their respective national carriers.

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