Uzbekistan Hosts First International Ecotourism Summit in History

THE NEWS: Uzbekistan hosted its first international summit on ecotourism and sustainable tourism, organized by the Uzbekistan Tourism Committee, the International Ecotourism Society and TGS Travel, drawing about 100 leading tour operators, tourism company representatives and industry experts from more than 20 countries.

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WHY IT MATTERS: Hosting the summit signals Uzbekistan’s ambition to become a globally recognized destination for sustainable travel, helping the country attract eco‑focused operators and showcase its natural assets to an international audience.

FAQ
How many participants attended the Uzbekistan ecotourism summit?
Around 100 leading tour operators, tourism company representatives and industry experts attended the summit, representing more than 20 countries, according to Uzbekistan’s Tourism Committee and partner organizers.

Which organizations were responsible for organizing the summit?
The summit was organized jointly by Uzbekistan’s Tourism Committee, the International Ecotourism Society and TGS Travel, as reported by the event’s host agencies.

Where have previous editions of the international ecotourism summit been held?
Earlier editions of the summit took place in Türkiye, Egypt, Vietnam and Tanzania, highlighting the event’s history of rotating across different host nations.

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