WTTC applauds EU Digital Green Certificate proposal

Monday, 18 Mar, 2021 0

The World Travel & Tourism Council welcomes the European Commission’s proposal for a EU-wide Digital Green Certificate and views it as a major step toward a region-wide recovery of travel and tourism.

"The introduction of the new certificate to travel could see member states welcoming travellers with proof of vaccination, a negative test or a positive antibody test, in time for the busy summer period. This would provide a significant and much needed boost to economies and save millions of jobs," said Gloria Guevara, President and CEO, WTTC.

"We would like to congratulate the European Commission for its efforts in bringing this to life in such a short period of time. The onus is now on member states and the European Parliament to adopt this new initiative, and we urge them to take the necessary steps as a matter of urgency."

Getting it up and running and live by the busy summer travel season will be a challenge but is essential for the travel sector’s recovery.

"The proposed Digital Green Certificate, along with enhanced health and hygiene measures and mandatory mask wearing, will provide the reassurance consumers need to book their trips and ensure the return of safe international travel."

"In 2019, travel and tourism contributed 9.5% to the EU’s overall GDP and supported more than 22 million jobs – which shows just how critical the sector will be to powering its economy."

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