G-20 Tourism Meet: Shekhawat Highlights Public-Private Cooperation For Sustainable Tourism

Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat emphasized the need for cooperation between public and private sectors to promote sustainable tourism. Speaking at the G-20 Tourism Ministerial Conference in Brazil, Shekhawat highlighted the importance of cultural exchange and heritage preservation. He participated in a session organized by the World Travel and Tourism Council.

Bilateral Talks with Spain and Czech Republic

On the sidelines of the conference, Shekhawat met Spain’s Tourism Minister Jordi Herreu i Bohr to discuss boosting tourism ties through direct contacts and trade fairs. In talks with Czech Deputy Prime Minister Ivan Barto, Shekhawat explored eco-friendly travel and cultural exchanges between the two countries.

Tourism Cooperation with Singapore, Brazil, and Saudi Arabia

Shekhawat also met Singapore’s Minister Alwyn Tan Sheng Hui to discuss infrastructure development and sustainability in tourism. In a productive meeting with Brazil, they discussed visa reforms and direct flights to promote tourism. Shekhawat further engaged with Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Minister Ahmed bin Aqeel Al-Khatib to explore youth training and collaborative opportunities for sustainable tourism.

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