UN Tourism’s Asia-Pacific Member States met to boost capacity and explore how meetings and events can drive sustainable economic, social, and cultural growth.
UN Tourism and Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) have again partnered to spotlight inspiring examples of how fashion can drive cultural tourism, boost local trade, and spark innovation in destinations around the world.
Oman will take part in the 26th session of the General Assembly of the United Nations Tourism Organisation, to be held in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, from November7 to 11, 2025—under the theme “AI-powered Tourism: Redefining the future.”
UN Tourism has welcomed Khaby Lame, the world’s most-popular TikTok creator, as its newest Ambassador.
UN Tourism has announced 22 new Affiliate Members, including 2 Destination Management Organisations, 7 for-profit companies, 6 associations and NGOs, 3 universities, and 4 others. They represent 14 countries across the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
The UN Tourism General Assembly has confirmed the appointment of Professor Marina Novelli as the new Chair of the World Committee on Tourism Ethics.
UN Tourism has partnered with UMusic Hospitality & Lifestyle (UMHL), the entertainment-driven hospitality venture powered by Universal Music Group (UMG) and the Centre for Music Ecosystems (CME) to harness the power of music tourism to drive economic growth and job creation, with a focus on high-growth-potential economies.
UN Tourism has concluded the biggest General Assembly in its 50-year history, confirming new leadership, and announcing a shared vision for innovation and Artificial Intelligence.
Shaikha Al Nowais of the UAE has been confirmed as the new Secretary-General of UN Tourism by the organisation’s General Assembly, which is currently meeting in Riyadh.
Saudi Arabia will host the 26th session of the UN Tourism General Assembly in Riyadh from November 7 to 11, under the theme "AI-Powered Tourism: Redefining the Future." The session coincides with the 50th anniversary of the agency's founding.
