Qatar
is honoured to host the Arab Ministerial Council, an esteemed gathering that has
recognized Qatar as the “Arab Tourism Capital 2023”. The event which will take
place on December 13 at the Sheraton, will bring together prominent Arab
ministers that sought to focus on the key prospects.

His
Excellency, Mr. Saad Bin Ali Al-Kharji, Chairman of Qatar Tourism, said: “We
are delighted to host the Arab Ministerial Meeting, which reflects our collective
commitment to enhancing cooperation in the Arab tourism sector and Qatar’s
dedication to playing a pivotal role in achieving that.  We are delighted to celebrate the collective
achievements of our Arab countries. We look forward to a successful and impactful
event that will further strengthen the bonds of collaboration among our Arab
communities and allow a path towards a dynamic and thriving future in the Arab
tourism sector.”

The
Chairman of Qatar Tourism added, “The endorsement by the GCC Supreme
Council of the Unified Tourist Visa is a significant step towards realizing the
vision of the Council in enhancing cooperation and boosting ties among member
states. This visa will contribute to strengthening cultural and social exchange
among member states, solidifying mutual understanding and collaboration in the
field of tourism. It will also positively impact the enhancement of economic
ties, and drive development and prosperity in the tourism sector and other
areas throughout the region.”

Doha
was crowned the “Arab Tourism Capital 2023” after meeting the criteria set by
the Arab Ministerial Council for Tourism. This has been achieved as a
culmination of Qatar’s efforts following the tremendous success of hosting the
FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, the largest tourism promotion campaign in the
country. The event has opened new horizons for leading investment projects in
various fields, offering the opportunity to experience Qatar’s hospitality,
rich cultural heritage, and authentic Arab traditions. This was made easier
through the implementation of the “Hayya” platform, which facilitated visa
applications.

The
title celebrated Qatar’s outstanding achievements, including its magnificent
traditional markets, unique museums, advanced transportation network, luxurious
hotels and resorts, and shopping centres, as well as its international
award-winning airport and national airline flying to over 160 destinations
worldwide. Additionally, Qatar introduced 128 modern meeting and conference
facilities.

Since being named
the “Arab Tourism Capital 2023,” Qatar has witnessed remarkable
growth in its tourism industry, with three million visitors flocking to the
country the highest number of international visitors in the past five years.
Qatar has successfully hosted several major international events, including the
2023 Geneva International Motor Show, the GKA Freestyle Kite World Cup Finals
Qatar 2023, Expo Doha 2023 (the first international horticultural exhibition in
Qatar and the Middle East and North Africa),

 and Qatar Travel Mart 2023. Qatar aims to
attract 6 million visitors annually by 2030 and continues to affirm its
worthiness of the title “Arab Tourism Capital 2023”.