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    Himalayan Travel Mart concluded focusing on collective efforts for tourism recovery

    June 10, 2023
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    Himalayan Travel Mart concluded focusing on collective efforts for tourism recovery

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    Kathmandu – The 4th Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM 2023) concluded here emphasizing the journey of recovery and promotion of tourism in a world reshaped by the post-pandemic era.

    Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, in his address at the inaugural ceremony on 6 June, focused on the government’s commitment to developing Nepal as a promising tourism destination, providing immersive and transformative lifetime experiences.

    He outlined key priorities, including enhancing infrastructure, upgrading transportation facilities, implementing policy reforms, strengthening aviation sector, fostering private-sector collaborations, and promoting sustainable tourism practices.

    State Minister Sushila Sirpali Thakuri urged all public and private sector stakeholders to unite their efforts collectively for promotion of tourism.

    On the occasion, MoCTCA Secretary Suresh Adhikari said that the homegrown brand, the Himalayan Travel Mart, would provide an excellent opportunity to showcase Nepal’s tourism potential and establish connections with travel trade professionals from around the world.

    Chairman of PATA Nepal Chapter Bibhuti Chand Thakur described HTM as Nepal’s impactful international event, providing unparalleled networking and business opportunities, insightful sessions, and extensive destination promotion.

    Similarly, Lord Brian Wilkie-Master of the Order of the British Empire, Benjamin Liao-Vice Chairman of PATA HQ, Dr. Dhananjaya Regmi-CEO of Nepal Tourism Board, and Yubaraj Adhikari-Executive Chairman of Nepal Airlines stressed on promoting tourism in Nepal and the region.

    The HTM2023 Conference, held under the theme “Reconnecting, Rebuilding, and Reinvigorating,” featured a dynamic lineup of national and international thought leaders and speakers.

    The conference discussed on various issues, including Aviation for Good, Unlocking the Potential of Nepal’s New International Airports, Return of Chinese Outbound Travelers by COTRI, European Tourism Trends and Opportunities for Nepal’s Tourism, Building Sustainable Tourism through Community Empowerment, Fostering Regional Tourism Potential, Rejuvenating Travel Spirit and Tourism Businesses, and Reinventing Education to Better Serve Humanity.

    More than 700 delegates from 25 different countries, including 70 international delegates and national tourism stakeholders participated in the four-day event.

    The event is the largest international travel and tourism trade show in Nepal, hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation and organized by PATA Nepal Chapter in collaboration with NTB ,  Nepal Airlines, and other private sector organizations of Nepal.

    The two-day B2B mart witnessed participation of 50 buyer organizations from the USA, Europe, Russia, CIS countries, Asia, and the Gulf Region, and 40 exhibitors from Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan.

    The 5th Himalayan Travel Mart will be held on 4-7 June 2024 in Kathmandu.

    Photo – PATA Nepal

    9 June , 2023

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