Paris:The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, actively participated in the 118th session of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Tourism Committee in Paris, France. The UAE delegation, including Badreya Al Maidoor, Assistant Under-Secretary for Support Services Sector at the Ministry, focused on showcasing the country's leading experience in tourism sector development.
According to Emirates News Agency, the UAE highlighted its competitive and sustainable tourism sector during the meeting, emphasizing the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031. The strategy aims to strengthen the sector's resilience to global changes and enhance an integrated tourism data and statistics ecosystem. The session included discussions on future tourism trends, such as digital transformation, sustainable investment, and the social benefits of tourism.
During the discussions, the UAE delegation, led by Al Maidoor, underlined the strategic role of tourism in supporting economic diversification and growth. The delegation detailed the targets of the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031, which include increasing the sector's GDP contribution to AED450 billion, attracting AED100 billion in investments, and welcoming 40 million hotel guests annually by 2031. The next phase will focus on maximizing tourism's economic value, developing specialized products, and increasing national talent participation.
Additionally, the UAE delegation presented initiatives like the UAE Grand Tour and the World's Coolest Winter campaign, designed to enhance domestic tourism and promote the country's diverse attractions. The delegation also shared the UAE's experiences in developing sustainable tourism policies and data systems, affirming its commitment to continued cooperation with OECD member and partner countries.
