Global Tourism Forum Annual Meeting Successfully Concludes in Brussels

Global Tourism Forum Annual Meeting Successfully Concludes in Brussels

Brussels, Belgium – The World Tourism Forum Institute proudly hosted the?Global Tourism Forum (GTF) Annual Meeting 2024 on?December 10, 2024, at the prestigious Hilton Brussels Grand Place. The event, themed?"Peace, Resilience, and Humanity," brought together global leaders, industry experts, academics, government officials, and media representatives to address the pressing challenges and opportunities in the travel and tourism industry.

The summit featured a robust agenda, focusing on key topics shaping the future of tourism, including:

  • Revolutionizing the Tourism Landscape with AI and Digital Solutions
  • Sustainable Tourism Development
  • The Power of Destination Marketing
  • Green Tourism and Sustainable Practices
  • Investment and Infrastructure in Tourism


Key speakers at the event included some of the most distinguished figures in tourism and international relations:

  • Dimitri Avramopoulos, European Commissioner for Migration, Home Affairs and Citizenship (2014–2019), and former Minister of Tourism of Greece
  • Abulfas Garayev, Minister of Culture and Tourism, Azerbaijan (2006–2020)
  • Ambassador Michael B. Christides, Secretary General of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation Organization - BSEC (2015–2021)
  • Florence Mélique, Group Senior Vice-President & Regional Managing Director, Visa
  • H.E. Ahmed Adeeb, Minister of Tourism (2012–2015) and Vice President (2015) of Maldives
  • ?zgül ?zkan Yavuz, Deputy Minister of Tourism, Türkiye (2017–2023)
  • Dr. Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Lena Schilling, youngest Member of the European Parliament and climate activist
  • Dr. Aslam Gurukkal Umer, Vice Chairman of the Board and CEO of The Office of Her Excellency Sheikha Moaza Al Maktoum Investment, Board Member of WTFI
  • Jose? Ramo?n Bauza?, Member of European Parliament (2019-2024)?
  • Ana Perdigao, Senior Director Government and Corporate Affairs @ Expedia Group
  • Dr. Amir Ali Salemi, CEO of JTA Investment Holding
  • Thomas Emanuel, Senior Director – STR
  • Luca Favetta, International Advisor of WTFI
  • Kristina Nystro?m, Head of Partnerships, Visit Sweden
  • Yulia Stark, President of European Women Association?
  • Mario Enzesberger, Founder & CEO Liberty International?
  • Max Rangeley CEO Rebound TAG
  • Luca Zambello CEO Jurny
  • Alexander von Reuterhorn, Executive Chairman of Finnish Foreign Trade Council
  • Lilla Harangozo?, Head of Office Capital European Affairs
  • Yulia Stark, President of European Women Association
  • Giorgio Travaini , Executive Director, Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking?
  • Sayed Yaqoob Emad, Leader of Good Faith Council ?

The event was skillfully moderated by?Bar?? K??lak, CEO & Producer of SKOPOS Creative, who served as Master of Ceremonies. Adding to the prestige of the summit,?Farhod Fayzillaev, Advisor to the Chairman on International Affairs at Uzbekistan’s Tourism Committee, co-hosted the event as a destination partner, representing Uzbekistan.


Bulut Ba?c?, President of the World Tourism Forum Institute, announced exciting plans for the future, revealing the?Global Tourism Forum, World Travel Week. This ambitious event aims to be the largest tourism exhibition in Brussels, hosting over?5,000 attendees across a?10,000 square meter venue at Brussels Expo.

Reflecting on the success of the 2024 Annual Meeting, Ba?c? remarked, “The summit not only showcased innovative solutions for the challenges facing tourism but also emphasized the power of collaboration, sustainability, and resilience. We are excited to further our impact with the upcoming World Travel Week, which promises to set new benchmarks in global tourism.”

The?Global Tourism Forum Annual Meeting 2024 has once again solidified its position as a premier platform for fostering dialogue, innovation, and partnerships in the global tourism sector.

Norbu Norzoey Wangchuk

Founder,CEO & Managing Partner, Norbu Norzoey Group Project @Education, Wellness Water,Ayurveda Medical Centre,Charity Foundation, # Explore Business-Investment Opportunity in Bhutan. Producer & Script writer by passion.

2 个月

Unfortunately I couldn't attend this event when there was a great opportunities to meet will all the great leaders

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mostafa salehi

Project Manager, Executive Director? Researcher of Cultural and Rural Tourism. new look at tourism, culture, and art

2 个月

Practical action to protect, revive and promote the culture and art of the nations of the world. "Quad –Garden of Culture" Cultural, artistic, recreational, and tourism complex A project to connect the culture, art, and tourism of four continents The arrival of international tourists has increased from 25 million people in 1950 to 1459 million people in 2019 worldwide. However, during the past 70 years, no practical measures have been taken to protect, revive, and promote the cultural diversity of the world's nations (human intangible cultural heritage) A visionary hub created to celebrate the diverse richness of global heritage. It’s more than just a complex; it’s a practical initiative safeguarding, reviving, and amplifying the diverse arts and cultures worldwide With a focus on seven pivotal elements music, dance, food, dress handicrafts, architecture, and art -I aspire to undertake an unprecedented venture in cultural tourism "Quad Garden of Culture with an anticipated annual arrival of at least 30 million visitors, an estimated turnover of €7.5 billion per year, and the direct employment of 5,000 people a commitment that I wholeheartedly guarantee. I’m eager to collaborate with a European group to bring this project to life

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