Manama, April 27 (BNA). Minister of Tourism Fatima Al Sayrafi convened a meeting with the delegation of the Principality of Monaco to discuss strengthening cooperation and fostering stronger partnerships in the tourism and hospitality sector. The aim was to leverage shared experiences and exchange insights to strengthen the tourism industries of both countries.
At the beginning of the meeting, the Minister briefed the delegation on the Kingdom of Bahrain's tourism strategy for the period 2022-2026. The strategy aims to double the tourism sector's contribution to GDP, diversify tourism products and attract a more diverse range of tourists.
His Excellency also presented the latest statistics and developments in the Saudi tourism sector, introduced the main tourist attractions and destinations, and aimed at strengthening tourism infrastructure, increasing the number of hotels and hospitality facilities, and enriching tourist facilities. He outlined the efforts of the Ministry of Tourism and the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority. Visitor experience.
During the meeting, the Minister of Tourism reaffirmed the Kingdom of Bahrain's commitment to support all initiatives aimed at accelerating the growth and recovery of the global tourism sector and improving its performance in all aspects, and He highlighted BTEA's efforts in cooperation with the region and the tourism sector. International organizations and institutions involved in tourism, travel, culture and entertainment that promote the development of the tourism industry at local, regional and global levels.
Discussions during the meeting revolved around several important topics, including the exchange of knowledge and experience in tourism and hospitality, promoting tourism marketing activities in both countries, and strengthening tourism services, infrastructure and logistics.
At the end of the meeting, Her Excellency Fatima Al Sayrafi conveyed the readiness of the Ministry of Tourism and the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority to establish lasting relationships with travel and tourism agencies and public institutions involved in tourism in the Principality. . Monaco, furthermore, His Excellency undertakes to provide the delegation with comprehensive information on the investment opportunities available in the tourism sector, and to strengthen bilateral efforts aimed at promoting Monaco's growth trajectory. underlined efforts to foster and expand communication channels and partnerships with Monaco. The tourism sector and its ancillary industries in both countries.
The Monaco delegation expressed its utmost satisfaction at the strengthening of tourism relations with the Kingdom of Bahrain and underlined its enthusiasm for promoting tourism cooperation and jointly developing strategic plans for the industry.
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