UN Tourism
As society progresses, the tourism sector, much like many other sectors, needs to transform to serve as a catalyst for prosperity at a universal scale. Enhancing the well-being of individuals, safeguarding the natural environment, stimulating economic advancement, and fostering international harmony are key goals that are the fundamental essence of UN Tourism. The organization takes on the role of driving a sustainable force that is now central to many economies
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"UN tourism is leading the way forward in growing investments into the tourism sector. We serve as the bridge between investors and destinations, and we guide investments where they will have the biggest impact in making tourism more resilient, inclusive and sustainable."
Mr. Zurab Pololikashvili
UN Tourism Secretary-General
UN Tourism Events
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Dushanbe, Tajikistan
Global Tourism Investments Forum - Tajikistan 2024
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Tourism Law: Sustainability and Universal Accessibility
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UN Climate Change COP29 Thematic Day on Tourism
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Macao, China
16TH UTM–UN TOURISM TRAINING PROGRAMME
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Executive Council - 122nd session
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Women in Tourism Regional Congress: “Beyond Empowerment to Education, ...
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Kuching, Malaysia
The 18th UN Tourism Asia/Pacific Executive Training Programme on Touri...
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