Portugal has committed to partnering with the
International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development 2017.
Among the initiatives to celebrate the year, Portugal is promoting the rehabilitation of historical buildings in the interior of the country and routes through natural areas.
The commitment was presented to UNWTO Secretary-General Taleb Rifai during a recent official visit to Portugal, during which Portuguese authorities discussed the role of tourism in advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as well as the contribution of tourism to job creation and economic growth in Portugal.
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Portugal commits to sustainable tourism development