MADRID/Spain, BTNp: UN-TOURISM Secretary-General Shaikha Al Nuwais said, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is disrupting travel patterns well beyond the region itself, including rising inflation, particularly in transport and accommodation. This is placing pressure on travellers, businesses and destinations alike. Even amid this uncertainty, international tourism continued to show resilience in the first…
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, BTNp: IN a historic moment for global tourism governance, Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais of the United Arab Emirates delivered a heartfelt and forward-looking acceptance speech as the newly elected Secretary-General of UN Tourism. Speaking before ministers, ambassadors, and delegates at the 26th UN Tourism General Assembly in Riyadh, she pledged to lead…
JAKARTA, BTNp: IN a groundbreaking move to reshape and strengthen the tourism landscape, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UN Tourism. This strategic partnership aims to advance sustainable tourism practices and equip the region with the tools necessary to thrive in a post-pandemic world. According Tourism…
DENPASAR, BTNp: THE Global Artificial Intelligence Challenge will support projects that are leveraging digital technologies to enhance tourism, promote sustainability, and drive economic growth. UN Tourism is looking for start-ups and scale-ups that are revolutionizing the tourism sector through cutting-edge solutions. Participants are encouraged to address digital transformation, sustainability, inclusivity, and digital governance across key…