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promoting economic expansion, facilitating knowledge transfer and cultural exchange, and

strengthening the UAE’s standing as a top travel destination worldwide.

“We are dedicated to carrying on with our BRICS partners in order to create a tourism

sector that is resilient and sustainable. “To facilitate travel, increase tourism flows between

member countries, and provide a unique tourism experience for visitors from around the

world, we will improve air connectivity and infrastructure, take advantage of the strategic

location of the UAE and member countries, embrace digital transformation and technology

in various tourism sectors and activities, and share best practices,” the Minister stated.

He also mentioned that a period of prosperity and growth is anticipated in the tourism

sector, fueled by the strong rebound of the global tourism industry growth indicators in

2023. Based on data released by the United Nations World Tourism Organization, these

have increased to 88% of pre-COVID pandemic levels, with revenues estimated at $1.6

trillion. This emphasizes how important it is to keep funding and working toward the

growth of tourism.

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