TEHRAN Deputy Tourism Minister Anoushirvan Mohseni-Bandpey has actually revealed that the 18th Tehran International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition will be inaugurated by President Masoud Pezeshkian and will take place from February 11 to 14.
He highlighted that strengthening tourist relations is the most reliable method to counter Iranophobia.During an interview held today at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Mohseni-Bandpey highlighted the considerable function of tourism in financial growth, cultural identity, and diplomatic relations.
He mentioned that Irans tourist sector aims to make the best use of diverse chances such as cooking, health, coastal, and household tourism.Tourism as an essential financial and political toolThe deputy minister underscored tourisms role in task production and forex incomes.
He also highlighted its cultural impact, stating that promoting Irans historical and cultural heritage assists enhance national identity.Additionally, the main pointed out tourisms diplomatic advantages, especially in promoting global interactions when other channels might be less effective.Mohseni-Bandpey dealt with the representation of Iran in worldwide media, worrying that tourism development is a reliable strategy to counter unfavorable narratives, underlining that the upcoming exhibit intends to showcase Iran as a safe and appealing location for travelers worldwide.Expanding global participationThis years exhibit will be substantially larger, inhabiting an overall location of 55,000 square meters to attend to previous issues regarding minimal space.
More than 8 global delegations have confirmed their attendance, with 14 countries, consisting of Turkey, Qatar, Malaysia, Thailand, Russia, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Indonesia, Madagascar, and the UAE, set to participate with their own pavilions.Key features of the exhibition include 20 academic workshops led by 27 recognized experts, 10 customized panels concentrating on different tourist sectors, and dedicated areas for clinical and scholastic associations.
A selection of students, as honorary cultural ambassadors, will also participate in the event, introducing Irans tourist attractions to global guests.Grand opening with 500 recognized guestsThe exhibits opening ceremony will host 500 domestic and international figures.
As part of a wider effort to promote tourism awareness, complimentary entry has actually been arranged for students and university attendees.Incentives for cost effective tourismMohseni-Bandpey kept in mind that the government has introduced tax exemptions for one- to three-star hotels to assist make take a trip more available.
He said that the initiative is aimed to avoid rate walkings and encourage affordable travel options.Discussions have actually likewise been held with pension funds and the hotel industry to facilitate affordable tourist packages.
Moreover, contracts with the Welfare Organization will enable families with handicapped members to take a trip at minimized costs, the deputy minister explained.Encouraging Green Energy in Tourism FacilitiesElsewhere in his remarks, he revealed rewards for recently built hotels to adopt renewable energy sources, lining up with the nations sustainability goals.Focus on development and startupsRecognizing the importance of development in tourism, a dedicated hall for start-ups will be featured at the exhibit, Mohseni-Bandpey said reporters.
In partnership with the Ministry of Education, school trips will be arranged to promote tourist awareness amongst students.In addition, the main highlighted three essential elements for tourist advancement; attraction, security, and infrastructure.The Islamic Republic expects to reap a bonanza from its numerous traveler areas such as marketplaces, museums, mosques, bridges, bathhouses, madrasas, mausoleums, churches, towers, and mansions, of which 28 are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.AM