At the 122nd Executive Council session held from 13-15 November in Cartagena, Colombia, Saudi Arabia has concluded its two-year chairmanship term by calling on the industry to continue to strengthen the global tourism agenda. The chair of the UN Tourism Executive Council is pivotal in guiding the organization’s vision, shaping global tourism policies, and enhancing international cooperation among member states.
Under Saudi Arabia’s leadership, a transformative general program was established, prioritizing investments, education, youth empowerment, and sustainability. This unified sector approach has already led to positive economic trends and societal impacts.
Tourism has emerged as a vital driver…