"Your active participation will play an important role in developing positive changes, not only within your country but also across the wider East Asian community," Indonesian Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri Wardhana stated at the opening of the 37th UN Tourism CAP-CSA in Jakarta on Tuesday.
She remarked that the forum aims to discuss important issues related to developing the tourism sector in the region, with a focus on tourism policies and economic growth in neighboring countries.
The forum is attended by hundreds of UN Tourism members, UN Tourism affiliate members, international and regional organizations, and world tourism experts to share knowledge on global and regional trends in tourism investment.
According to Wardhana, the meeting provided the right momentum to advance the sharing of good practices, particularly in increasing tourism's direct and indirect contributions to the community.
She then expressed Indonesia's honor at hosting the annual UN Tourism regional meeting.
"I look forward to all of you taking part in productive discussions in this event," she noted.
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She then invited the delegation to explore the beauty of Jakarta, which offers a variety of historical stories, cultures, and interesting experiences.
"Exploring Jakarta offers a rich history, culture, and different experiences for various interests," she stated.
The annual UN Tourism 37th CAP-CSA event was held at the Mulia Hotel, Jakarta, on April 15-16, 2025.
The 37th joint meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for East Asia and the Pacific (CAP) and the UN Tourism Commission for South Asia (CSA) is the annual regional meeting of UN Tourism, which is one of the important meetings for the tourism sector in the East Asia-Pacific Region.
The series of activities includes the 37th Joint Meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for East Asia and the Pacific and the UN Tourism Commission for South Asia (37th JCM); and the 60th Meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for South Asia (60th CSA).
Additionally, the agenda includes the 56th Meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for East Asia & the Pacific (56th CAP); a Networking Dinner; and the UN Tourism Regional Forum on Tourism Policy on Circular Economy.
During the activity, a technical tour will also be held by inviting delegates to shop for MSME creative products at Sarinah and visit the National Museum.
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