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Shaikha Al Nuwais, UN Tourism Secretary-General, speaks at a meeting with Natalya Tabaka in Ukraine

Shaikha Al Nuwais' Visit to Ukraine: UN Tourism Identifies Key Drivers for Industry Recovery

Politics 08/17/2026, 11:16
🇺🇦 UN Tourism Secretary-General Shaikha Al Nuwais visited Ukraine for the first time in 10 years. 📅 On August 15, 2026, the future of tourism after the war was discussed in Kyiv. 🏥 Main drivers of recovery: medical tourism and the IT sector. 📊 Pre-war indicators: 13 million tourists and 3-4% of GDP. 🤝 The UN calls for uniting the efforts of the state and business to return to the global market.
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UN Tourism representative speaks about Safe Destinations Challenge to an audience in a formal setting

Ukraine as a Global Testing Ground: UN Tourism Launches Safe Destinations Challenge to Save Tourism in Conflict Zones

Politics 08/17/2026, 10:14
🇺🇦 UN Tourism launches the global Safe Destinations Challenge in Ukraine. Zainab Al-Nuways visited Kyiv for the first time in 10 years. Ukraine is recognized as a leader in tourism safety during crises. Startups can submit solutions for tourist protection by September 30, which will be tested in Ukraine and scaled globally. 🌍🛡️ #UNTourism #TravelSafety #Ukraine
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Head of UN Tourism with microphone at the launch of the Ukrainian chapter, symbolizing tourism sector recovery

Visit of the UN Tourism Head to Ukraine: First in 10 Years Signal of Support and Recovery Plans

Politics 08/17/2026, 09:58
🇺🇦 UN Tourism Secretary-General Shaikha Al Nuwais visited Ukraine — the organization head's first visit in 10 years. 🤝 🗣️ In Kyiv, tourism recovery was discussed as a tool for supporting communities and identity. 📉 Despite the global recovery of the industry in 2024, support remains relevant for Ukraine due to the war. 🚀 The visit sent a signal: Ukraine remains in the focus of the international community.
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