On February 26, a milestone was achieved at the United Nations headquarters in New York as the General Assembly unanimously approved the resolution declaring "2027 - International Year of Sustainable and Viable Tourism." This resolution, spearheaded by Uzbekistan, garnered support from over 80 member countries, presidential press service reported.
The resolution is co-sponsored by numerous nations including Russia, China, the United States, Turkey, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan, Brazil, and Argentina. Experts from these countries actively participated in consultations to refine the text of the resolution, enriching its content and ensuring its timeliness and relevance.
At the heart of this resolution lies the vision articulated by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan during the General Assembly of the UN World Tourism Organization in Samarkand in October 2023.
Central to the resolution is the promotion of "green" tourism practices aimed at preserving ecology, biodiversity, and reducing atmospheric pollution. It calls for comprehensive measures to be taken by the UN World Tourism Organization, in collaboration with governments, UN structures, and regional organizations, to ensure the successful implementation of the International Year of Sustainable and Viable Tourism in 2027.
The resolution highlights the importance of sustainable tourism, including ecotourism, as a means to achieve Sustainable Development Goals, stimulate economic growth, create employment opportunities, develop rural areas, and enhance living conditions for rural residents. It emphasizes the role of tourism in poverty alleviation, promoting gender equality, empowering youth and persons with disabilities, and fostering economic opportunities for all.
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