(21 Jan 2022)
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has
confirmed that its 21st Global Summit will now take place in
Manila, Philippines from 20-22 April 2022, a change from its
original March date.
A singer performing at a travel industry event in Manila in 2016. Picture by Steven Howard of TravelNewsAsia.com
“As countries around the world begin to
unlock the door to travel, we have taken the decision to
reschedule our Global Summit by just a few short weeks. This will
enable more international participants to join us in Manila and
help guide and lead the sector as we head towards economic
recovery,” said Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO. “We are looking forward seeing our
members, industry leaders and key government representatives
gather in Manila in April to continue our efforts in safely
restoring international travel.”
Bernadette Romulo-Puyat, Secretary of the
Philippines Department of Tourism said, "The WTTC Global Summit
will be a significant opportunity for us to showcase the
preparations that we have put in place for our eventual reopening
to international visitors. Tourism has always provided us with endless
opportunities. The reopening of our destinations and borders amid
the pandemic is crucial to sustaining the livelihood of the
millions who depend on travel and tourism. We are looking forward
to being your gracious host in Manila as we navigate the next
normal in the travel industry.”
The summit will be hosted in Metro Manila
in-person, with a global audience joining virtually.
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