Saudi Arabia, Greece strengthen cooperation to elevate tourism experiences

Saudi Arabia and Greece are deepening their collaboration in tourism, aiming to elevate travel experiences for visitors in both nations. The two countries' tourism ministers, Ahmed Al-Khateeb of Saudi Arabia and Olga Kefalogianni of Greece, co-chaired a meeting of the Tourism Committee under the Saudi-Greek Strategic Partnership Council in Toledo, Spain.

The gathering, held on the sidelines of the 126th session of the UN Tourism Organization's Executive Council, reviewed the current state of relations in the tourism sector. Key discussions centered on identifying and implementing strategies to enhance cooperation, aligning with the shared interests and visions of both Saudi Arabia and Greece.

Both sides explored avenues for collaboration in crucial areas such as human capital development within the tourism industry and the exchange of specialized expertise. Promoting destinations to attract more visitors and enrich the overall tourism experience was also a significant focus of the talks.

Furthermore, the delegations assessed the progress made in fulfilling the commitments outlined in previously signed agreements. This included the Joint Action Program inked in June 2024 and the Agreement on Sustainable Coastal and Maritime Tourism Cooperation, which was established in May 2021. This ongoing dialogue signifies a commitment to strengthening bilateral ties in a vital economic sector.