UN Tourism Confirms Shaikha Al Nowais as New Secretary-General: First Woman to Lead the Organization Starting in 2026
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – November 9, 2025.
Secretary-General
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UAE’s Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais Elected as First Female Secretary-General of UN Tourism
In a groundbreaking vote at the 123rd Executive Council meeting in Madrid, Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais from the United Arab Emirates has been elected the new Secretary-General of UN Tourism, marking the first time a
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Gloria Guevara advocates for more opportunities for women in the tourism industry
On the occasion of International Women's Day, the Mexican government's candidate for the UN World Tourism Organization Secretary-General position said that women are called to lead this sector.
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Mexico proposes Gloria Guevara Manzo as a candidate for the Secretary-General of UN Tourism
The Government of Mexico has proposed Gloria Guevara Manzo as a candidate for the position of Secretary-General of UN Tourism for the 2026-2029 term.
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Saudi Arabia Hosts World Tourism Day to Promote Green Investments in the Sector
The World Tourism Day agenda is broad and covers a variety of crucial topics for the future of tourism. Discussions will revolve around issues related to environmental sustainability, attracting human talent to the tourism sector, investing in lesser-known destinations, and technological innovation in the industry.
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