UN Tourism Executive Director Natalia Bayona <\/strong>said: “These awards reaffirm the importance of businesses, entrepreneurs and influencers in the modern tourism landscape, both in Qatar and globally. It is imperative that we recognize and invest in the best talent and ideas in order to transform our sector. We will keep working together to strengthen our community of leaders.”<\/p>\n\n\n\nA distinguished panel of experts, including a specialist from UN Tourism, selected the winners, underscoring the collaborative effort in the judging process. Basmah Al Mayman, the UN Tourism Regional Director for the Middle East, commented on the significance of the Awards, noting their evolution into a major emblem of Qatar\u2019s dedication to tourism development. The recognition of exemplary achievements across diverse areas resonates with UN Tourism\u2019s overarching goals of fostering economic growth and comprehensive development through tourism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In his keynote address, H.E. Saad Al Kharji, Chairman of Qatar Tourism, lauded the critical role of UN Tourism in the success of the Awards and reaffirmed Qatar Tourism\u2019s commitment to excellence and its ambition to become the world\u2019s fastest-growing tourism destination. He also encouraged continued participation from all stakeholders in future editions, highlighting their integral role in the forward trajectory of Qatar\u2019s tourism sector.<\/p>\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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