The first United Nations Tourism Africa-America Summit, to be held in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, from October 3 to 5, 2024, marks an important step in international tourism cooperation. Organized by the United Nations Tourism Office and the Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Tourism, this landmark event brings together key stakeholders from both continents to explore common challenges and opportunities in the tourism sector.
The summit aims to deepen connections between Africa and the Americas, a region rich in cultural heritage and biodiversity. High-level discussions will focus on sustainability, innovation, investment and cultural exchange and will be attended by tourism leaders and ministers from both continents.
Sustainability features prominently on the agenda, addressing issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss and the protection of cultural heritage. The event will also address post-pandemic recovery, green tourism investments and digital transformation through panels, workshops and networking sessions.
By hosting this summit, the Dominican Republic is demonstrating its commitment to promoting tourism cooperation. The event represents an important step in positioning Africa and the Americas as leading global destinations offering authentic and sustainable travel experiences, and leveraging tourism for economic development and cultural diplomacy.
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Source: VoyagesAfriq
