Page 268 - MOE ENGLISH PR REPORT - JUNE 2024

The meeting focused on fostering joint cooperation among BRICS member states to support

sustainable tourism development and explore various tourism opportunities.

Abdullah bin Touq highlighted the UAE's commitment, under the guidance of its wise

leadership, to enhancing tourism cooperation with BRICS countries. He emphasised the

importance of opening new avenues for sustainable tourism partnerships that boost economic

growth, promote cultural exchange, and position the UAE as a leading global tourist

destination, in alignment with the “We the UAE 2031” vision.

“We are dedicated to working with our BRICS partners to develop a resilient and sustainable

tourism sector,” bin Touq stated. “This includes improving air connectivity and infrastructure,

leveraging the strategic locations of the UAE and BRICS nations, embracing digital

transformation and technology across various tourism sectors, and sharing best practices to

facilitate travel and increase tourism flows among member states.”

He reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to advancing sustainable tourism with BRICS members

and providing all necessary support to achieve this goal. “The UAE is actively collaborating
with the United Nations World Tourism Organization to implement the Sustainable Tourism

Measurement Framework,” he added.

https://www.wam.ae/en/article/13zbghe-uae-participates-brics-tourism-ministers-meeting