The 51st UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East in Doha concludes
Discussions focused on UN Tourism's reports on the sector's performance for 2024-2025, as well as policies and future plans aimed at advancing sustainable tourism and strengthening regional cooperation in this vital sector.
On Thursday 13, a conference titled "Sports Tourism and the Tourism Industry Post-World Cup" will be held at the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Centre. The conference will explore the impact of major sporting events on tourism in the Middle East, their role in fostering sustainable tourism, and how technology can be used to enhance the sports tourism experience.
Qatar Tourism's hosting of the meeting underscores the country's growing status as a regional and global hub for tourism and its key role in driving sustainable tourism development, building on its success in hosting major international events.
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About Qatar Tourism
Qatar Tourism's mission is to establish Qatar as a place where cultural authenticity meets modernity, and where people of the world come together to experience unique offerings in culture, sports, business and family entertainment, rooted in Service Excellence. Qatar Tourism will regulate and develop the tourism industry, encouraging investment from the private sector. It will set the national strategy for the tourism sector, reviewing it periodically and overseeing its implementation, with the aim of diversifying tourism offerings in the country and increasing visitor spend. Through our network of international offices in priority markets, and cutting-edge digital platforms, Qatar Tourism is expanding Qatar's presence globally and enhancing the tourism sector.
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