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The UAE’s Ministry of Economy recently launched the ‘Summer Hospitality Camp 2025’ to strengthen national talent in the hospitality sector, in line with the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031. Held in partnership with 35 leading hotels, tourism entities and academic institutions, the programme targets UAE nationals and residents aged 15 to 22, including students.
TT Bureau
The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Economy recently launched the ‘Summer Hospitality Camp 2025’ in the presence of His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy & Tourism and Chairman, Emirates Tourism Council. His Excellency Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais, Secretary-General-elect, United Nations World Tourism Organisation (2026–2029), attended the event, along with nearly 100 people representing the country’s hospitality sector, student leaders and industry professionals.
The comprehensive training programme places students in real-world hospitality settings, such as hotels and tourism facilities, to enhance national tourism capabilities, supporting broader efforts to develop human capital in the UAE’s tourism and hospitality sectors.
The initiative aligns with the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031 and is being implemented in strategic partnership with academic institutions, tourism and hospitality companies and leading hospitality providers across the country.
Speaking at the event, H.E. Bin Touq emphasised that tourism has become a key driver of sustainable development and economic competitiveness, thanks to the vision and support of the UAE’s wise leadership. Pointing out the sector’s outstanding performance, he highlighted the importance of preparing leaders and developing national capabilities across tourism-related activities to ensure sustainable growth and enhance the sector’s contribution to economic and social development. The Ministry of Economy works closely with government and private sector partners to achieve this strategic objective.
