United Kingdom
United States
Asia Pacific
Asia tourism leaders discuss coordinated tourism recovery
Tourism leaders across Asia Pacific have been discussing a coordinated restart of tourism across the region.
During the 33rd Joint meeting of the World Tourism Organization’s Commission for East Asia and the Pacific and its Commission for South Asia, tourism ministers and other stakeholders discussed the challenges ahead and the impact of the pandemic.
The region was the first to be affected and remains the hardest hit with UNWTO data also showing that Asia continues to have the largest proportion of destinations closed to tourists.
The region experienced a 95% fall in international arrivals in the first five months of 2021.
Member states focused on the coordination of policy measures to get tourism activities up and running again.
They will work on a coordinated phased lifting on travel restrictions and the implementation of travel corridors.
Post-pandemic, they agreed to develop programmes for upgrading the skills of the tourism labour force and digital transformation.
UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili said: "The Asia and Pacific region has a proven record as a dynamic tourism destination. With the right policy measures and strong coordination, destinations can start safely welcoming back international visitors."
TravelMole Editorial Team
Editor for TravelMole North America and Asia pacific regions. Ray is a highly experienced (15+ years) skilled journalist and editor predominantly in travel, hospitality and lifestyle working with a huge number of major market-leading brands. He has also cover in-depth news, interviews and features in general business, finance, tech and geopolitical issues for a select few major news outlets and publishers.
Exploring Brooklands Museum with Alex Patterson
Global Tourism Challenges and Upcoming Events: A Conversation with Don Welsh
Peebles Barbeque: A Legacy of Flavor and Tradition
Exploring Bok Tower Gardens with Erica Smith
Rue’s Living Water Boat Cruises: Exploring Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes
Durango and Silverton Railroad: A Timeless Journey Through History and Scenic Beauty
Walt Leger on New Orleans’ Resilience and Major Events Ahead
Cindy Mackin Shares Estes Park’s Winter Thrills
Mark Jaronski of Explore Georgia on FIFA World Cup 2026
Connecting Small Businesses to Global Tourism Markets: Nate Huff of Tourism Exchange
North Carolina’s Resilience: Wit Tuttell on Recovery and Tourism
Kittipong Prapattong’s Plan for Thailand’s Tourism Growth: Taxes, Visas, and Campaigns
Qatar Airways adding Manchester flights
EU entry-exit system delayed again
ATC strike in Greece could disrupt flights this week
Jet2 unveils Samos as new Greek destination for summer 2026
Icelandair launches inaugural flight to Nashville