UNWTO express its heartfelt condolences over the loss of the Pakistan International Airlines flight in North Islamabad

PR No.: 16104

UNWTO is deeply saddened by the news of the crash of the Pakistan International Airlines in the Northern part of the country. On behalf of the international tourism community, UNWTO conveys its heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of the victims as well as to the Pakistan people.

"It was with deep sorrow that we learned about this tragic accident; UNWTO and the tourism community express its sincere condolences to the families and friends of the victims at this difficult moment", said UNWTO Secretary-General, Taleb Rifai.

Contacts:

UNWTO Media Officer Rut Gomez Sobrino

Tel: (+34) 91 567 81 60 / rgomez@unwto.org

UNWTO Communications & Publications Programme

Tel: (+34) 91 567 8100 / Fax: +34 91 567 8218 / comm@UNWTO.org