UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 Opens in Dubai
Dubai, The Gulf Observer: The UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 commenced on Monday under the theme “Building Bridges for Sustainable Growth”, marking a major step toward deepening economic and tourism cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and African nations.
Organised by The Bench as part of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS World 2025), the event aims to expand joint investment opportunities in the tourism sector and promote sustainable development across both regions.
Hosted at Madinat Jumeirah, the summit brings together over 350 participants, including ministers, senior government officials, business leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs from the UAE and 53 African countries. The gathering provides a key platform for dialogue, sharing best practices, and exploring innovative approaches to boost collaboration in tourism and hospitality.
The event focuses on advancing bilateral relations and fostering sustainable growth through investments in tourism infrastructure, hospitality services, and innovative tourism projects. It also highlights the UAE’s pivotal role as a key partner in the development of Africa’s tourism industry and its contribution to promoting sustainable, inclusive growth worldwide.
Key discussions at the summit address critical themes such as financing tourism-related projects, infrastructure development, sustainable tourism practices, and strategic investment partnerships.
The UAE-Africa Tourism Investment Summit 2025 underscores the UAE’s global leadership in shaping the future of tourism while reinforcing its commitment to supporting the growth of emerging markets and strengthening cooperation with African nations for a more sustainable and resilient tourism ecosystem.
