Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — The Saudi G20 Presidency is holding an extraordinary meeting of the tourism ministers on Friday. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the disproportionate and unparalleled impact that this global crisis is having on the tourism sector, ministers will discuss necessary measures to support the sector.

Saudi Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb will chair the ministerial meeting to discuss the immediate response needed to the challenges facing the travel and tourism industry during the COVID-19 crisis, and to further develop responses to stimulate future recovery and identify ways to improve long-term resiliency in the sector.

The G20 Presidency will continue to work actively with G20 countries, invited countries, as well as regional and international organizations to support the tourism sector during this time of crisis, strengthen tourism resilience, and develop tourism as a means of sustainable socioeconomic development.