UN Tourism returned the Annual Investment Congress (AIM) to put the focus on innovation and women’s empowerment, and investments in the Middle East.

UN Tourism has launched the second edition of its Women in Tech Startup Competition: Middle East. The initiative aims to highlight and support women entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of sustainable tourism and technology across the region.

UNWTO has joined Qatar Tourism to recognize the individuals and businesses leading the way in building a better sector in the country.

Tourism leaders from across the Middle East have met to guide the sector’s development across the region, including as a driver of inclusive employment and rural development.

As part of work on tourism for rural development, UNWTO has concluded its first Executive Training for the Middle East Programme.

UNWTO has launched a new Startup Competition to support women tourism tech entrepreneurs and innovators across the Middle East.

UNWTO and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will work together to promote education and professional development in tourism.