Japan, China and South Korea have agreed to strengthen ties to enhance intra-regional tourism.
They are aiming to increase the number of travelers from pre-pandemic levels to 40 million by 2030.
Tourism ministers from the three nations met for the first time in five years.
Their joint statement says they will also increase the number of flights and cruise ships that connect the three countries with each other. Many of those routes were cut during the coronavirus pandemic.
They also pledged to step up tourist-friendly measures, such as introducing more multilingual services.
The ministers agreed to ensure more direct flights to destinations other than major cities.
They plan to work together to add value to their products and services by highlighting natural and cultural attractions.
The statement also stresses the need to achieve sustainable tourism, including measures to prevent overtourism.
They are aiming to increase the number of travelers from pre-pandemic levels to 40 million by 2030.
Tourism ministers from the three nations met for the first time in five years.
Their joint statement says they will also increase the number of flights and cruise ships that connect the three countries with each other. Many of those routes were cut during the coronavirus pandemic.
They also pledged to step up tourist-friendly measures, such as introducing more multilingual services.
The ministers agreed to ensure more direct flights to destinations other than major cities.
They plan to work together to add value to their products and services by highlighting natural and cultural attractions.
The statement also stresses the need to achieve sustainable tourism, including measures to prevent overtourism.
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Japan, China, and South Korea aim to boost intra-regional tourism by increasing travelers from pre-pandemic levels to 40 million by 2030. The nations plan to enhance connectivity through additional flights and cruise ships, reinstating many routes suspended during the pandemic. They also pledge to
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20240911_15/
Date: Sept. 11, 2024
Created: 2024/09/12 07:00
Updated: 2025/12/08 10:38
Last Read: 2024/09/12 08:45