Tourism Minister Fatima Al Sairafi took part in the 50th meeting of the Regional Committee for the Middle East of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) in Oman.
The meeting addressed the implementation of the action programme of the organisation during 2023-2024, as well as the priorities of the commission, which include medical tourism and investment in tourism projects .
Tourism priorities in Gulf nations highlighted

Tourism Minister participates in 50th UNWTO Regional Commission for Middle East
23 May 2024 Created: 06:07 PM Last Updated: 06:07 PM Views: 67
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Tourism Minister participates in 50th UNWTO Regional Commission for Middle East
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Tourism Minister participates in 50th UNWTO Regional Commission for Middle East
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Tourism Minister participates in 50th UNWTO Regional Commission for Middle East
Muscat, May 23 (BNA): Fatima bint Jaafar Al Sairafi, the Minister of Tourism, participated in the 50th meeting of the Regional Committee for the Middle East of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Oman.
The meeting addressed the implementation of the action programme of the organisation during 2023-2024, as well as the priorities of the commission, which include medical tourism, tourism investment and means of funding joint regional tourism products.
The meeting also discussed the executive plan for the World Tourism Day celebrations for 2024, the arrangements for the 51st commission meeting and Jordan's initiative to explore the Arab World (Arabi Trips).
The minister affirmed Bahrain's efforts in strengthening the tourism sector through strategic investments, including the 'Golden License' and its support for entrepreneurs. She highlighted the kingdom's selection to host the ninth UNWTO World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism.
Al Sairafi highlighted the significance of the meeting, emphasising the importance of tourism in the region and globally. She stressed the need to strengthen regional cooperation to align policies, promote tourism programs, and maximize common interests.
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Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairafi, the Minister of Tourism, received Salim bin Mohammed Al Mahrouqi, Omani Minister of Heritage and Tourism, on the sidelines of the 50th meeting of the Regional Committee for the Middle East of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Oman.
Al Sairafi affirmed the importance of enhancing tourism integration between Bahrain and Oman, highlighting their shared history and strong bilateral ties and using them to attract tourists from all over the world.
Al Sairifi underscored the commitment of the ministry and the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) to strengthening collaboration with Omani tourism entities aiming at promoting tourism attractions in both countries, bolstering the tourism industry and enhancing bilateral tourism exchange.
The minister emphasised Bahrain’s efforts in boosting tourism in the GCC countries, leveraging the selection of Manama as Gulf Tourism Capital 2024.
She noted the GCC countries’ adoption of the unified Gulf tourist visa that would contribute to enhancing Gulf tourism integration.