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As society progresses, the tourism sector, much like many other sectors, needs to transform to serve as a catalyst for prosperity at a universal scale. Enhancing the well-being of individuals, safeguarding the natural environment, stimulating economic advancement, and fostering international harmony are key goals that are the fundamental essence of UN Tourism. The organization takes on the role of driving a sustainable force that is now central to many economies
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"UN tourism is leading the way forward in growing investments into the tourism sector. We serve as the bridge between investors and destinations, and we guide investments where they will have the biggest impact in making tourism more resilient, inclusive and sustainable."
Mr. Zurab Pololikashvili
[UN Tourism Secretary-General](https://www.unwto.org/management/zurab-pololikashvili)
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04 Jun
#### Baku, Azerbaijan
### 71st Meeting of the Commission for Europe (CEU)
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29 May
#### Real Sitio de San Ildefonso, Segovia, Spain
### Executive Council - 123rd session
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15 Apr
### 37th CAP-CSA, 56th CAP, 60th CSA and UN Tourism Regional Conference: T...
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08 Apr
#### Zambia
### 2nd UN Tourism Africa & Americas Summit
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Tourism brings progress. As one of the biggest sectors in the global economy, it has great power to bridge cultures, generate new opportunities and promote sustainable development.
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