UAE, Costa Rica to boost tourism

A deal's been signed between the UAE and Costa Rica aimed at promoting tourism between the two countries.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and Rodolfo Solano, Costa Rica’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Worship.

Dr Thani said the agreement will help boost the UAE’s stature as an attractive destination for tourists from Costa Rica and Central America, as well as support the country’s tourism development strategy and future objectives, aimed at increasing the contribution of tourism to the country’s GDP to 15 percent and attract over 40 million tourists annually by 2030.

Rodolfo Solano said it will also advance bilateral ties, as well as attract mutual investments in the tourism sector.

The two sides agreed to encourage joint participation in international tourism fairs, conferences and seminars, showcase tourism destinations in both countries, organise mutual flights, and employ digital technologies in improving tourism services.

They also agreed to form an action group comprising relevant authorities from both countries to enhance their cooperation in tourism-related areas.

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