The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has begun a global conference at the National Arts Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos State.
The conference is geared towards the development and growth of tourism, culture and creative industries.
It is also in line with promoting cultural heritage; one of the priority areas of the UNWTO Agenda for Africa 2030 -Tourism for Inclusive Growth.
In attendance is Nigeria’s Minister of Information, Lai Muhammed who believed the event will foster synergy in the sector on a national scale, with international partners.
The conference was spearheaded by the UNWTO Secretary-General and the programmatic priority of UNWTO on ‘Protect Our Heritage: Social, Cultural and Environmental Sustainability.’
The event which will span till Wednesday is expected to converge top-notch panellists and stakeholders to discuss linkages and opportunities between cultural tourism and the creative industries.
Delegates from 166 member countries are expected to participate in the conference.
Additionally, National tourism and culture organisations, international organisations, destination management organisations and stakeholders from the public and private sectors are expected at the conference.
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