Islamabad: Global Tourism Resilience Day is being observed on Monday, emphasizing the potential of sustainable tourism, including ecotourism, to drive sustainable development. The observance underscores the role tourism can play in fostering economic growth, alleviating poverty, and creating full and productive employment and decent work for all.

According to a statement by Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, sustainable tourism is a key component in achieving broader development goals. The initiative highlights how tourism, when managed responsibly, can be a catalyst for economic empowerment and environmental conservation.

As countries around the world mark this observance, stakeholders are encouraged to collaborate in promoting tourism practices that are environmentally friendly and socially inclusive. The emphasis is on creating a tourism sector that contributes positively to local economies while preserving cultural and natural resources.

The observance of Global Tourism Resilience Day serves as a reminder of the industry’s potential to make significant contributions to global development objectives, urging policymakers and industry leaders to prioritize sustainability in tourism strategies.