Panama’s commitment to Sustainable Tourism
Wednesday, November 5, 2008 9:10
Along with most tourism destinations on an international basis, Panama has committed to a sustainable tourism program. Their plan entitled Plan Maestro de Turismo Sostenible 2007 – 2020, takes a realistic and developmental view of truly establishing a sustainable route forward for the tourism industry in Panama.
The overall project goal includes:
The promotion of sustainable tourism development on both a national and regional level via institution capacity development in the human resource, research development, planning and government sectors.
Economic benefits to extend to all related and affect sectors across Panama
Enhancement and streamling of tourism sector within the 2020 project timeline, thereby increasing employment and income in the tourism sector, from the local grassroots to the top tier national levels
The Tourism Authority in Panama has recognized the value in tourism, as well as the effective tools to eradicate poverty and increase skills development across the board within this dynamic sector, not limited to one aspect but rather on a holistic view of the diverse natural resources that Panama has to offer.
The project commenced in July of 2007, with implementation from July of 2008 and ensures a valid interest by all interested stakeholders in Panama’s lucrative tourism industry, as well as future potential.
Full details available at http://www.atp.gob.pa/
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