"This year our sector will break all records – adding $11 TN dollars to the global economy. Business Travel was only expected to recover in 2025. It’s back to 20% market share today." - WTTC President & CEO, Julia Simpson at the Opening Ceremony of Perth
Perth, Australia — The 24th Global Summit of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) officially commenced in Perth, marking a significant milestone for the global Travel & Tourism sector.
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The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced its participation in the upcoming G20 tourism ministerial meeting, which will take place in Belém, Brazil.
The figure represents a 7.5% increase compared to the peak levels of 2019. Currently, the global tourism sector generates almost 348 million jobs worldwide.
The global tourism industry is positioned for substantial growth in the next decade, with the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) forecasting an increase in the sector's contr
The WTTC concluded its Global Summit in Kigali, where Julia Simpson, President and CEO of the WTTC, emphasized the importance of Africa as a tourist destination full of offerings and cultural richness. She highlighted the resilience of the global tourism sector, emphasizing its significant contribution to job creation and the global economy.
This year, the WTTC Global Summit focuses on the theme 'Building Bridges to a Sustainable Future', aiming to advance towards a safer, more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future.
