According to Al-Khateeb, one of the primary problems with tourism is sustainability, which is essential for the nation’s economy, the development of jobs, and inclusivity.
“Three perspectives are used to examine sustainability in Saudi Arabia: social, economic, and environmental.”
Ahmed Al-Khateeb, the Saudi Minister of Tourism, stressed the need of connection, the need for sustainable labor, and the difficulties associated with “overtourism” on Friday.
He was giving a speech on Friday during World Tourism Day festivities in Tbilisi, Georgia.
We had to learn the hard way after being severely impacted by COVID-19, particularly small and medium-sized businesses.
Al-Khateeb believes that no subsequent crises would harm the 80% of small and medium-sized businesses that support the Kingdom’s industrial sector and the 45% of women who work there.
The minister emphasized how crucial it is to develop rules that will support the smaller nations in the industry while also preserving their natural resources and cultural traditions.
The well-funded Global Tourism Sustainability Center was established by Saudi Arabia, and the minister also emphasized the significance of environmental sustainability.
“Young people make up 80% of the workforce in our industry,” he stated. We must employ the young person.
Al-Khateeb estimates that by 2032, the tourist sector would have contributed roughly 20% of the world GDP, up from its current 10% share.
Until 2019, just 3% of Saudi Arabia’s GDP came from the travel and tourism industry. It is now at five percent. And by 2030, we want to see it up to 10%,” he stated.
“Saudi Arabia welcomed 27 million foreign visitors last year. There were only 12 million of them in 2019.
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