CONFERENCE

Day 1

Day 2

Day 1: Sustainable Tourism, Trade, and Investment

DAY 1
​9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Opening Remarks & Keynote Address

• Welcome & Introduction
• Keynote Address: “Transforming the Future of Sustainable Tourism, Trade, and Investment for a Greener Planet”
• Overview of the conference’s objectives, key focus areas, and expected outcomes.

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Session 1: Eco-Tourism & Wildlife Conservation

• Promoting Eco-Friendly Tourism: Best practices for integrating eco-tourism with local ecosystems and communities.
• Wildlife Conservation and Tourism: How tourism can contribute to protecting wildlife and natural habitats.
  Focus Areas:
• Community-based wildlife conservation.
• Eco-tourism initiatives that preserve natural environments.
• Leveraging eco-tourism for funding conservation efforts.

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Session 2: Sustainable Trade & Investment in the Tourism Sector

• Sustainable Investment Models for Tourism: How tourism investments can align with sustainable development goals (SDGs) and drive eco-friendly projects.
• Promoting Responsible Trade Practices: Integrating sustainability into trade strategies for the tourism sector.
  Focus Areas:
• Investment opportunities in eco-tourism.
• Green bonds and other financial tools for sustainable tourism.
• Trade partnerships focused on responsible sourcing and investment in eco-friendly destinations.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Networking Break & Exhibitor Visit

• An opportunity to explore the event exhibits, network with industry professionals, and explore partnership opportunities.

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Session 3: Cultural Heritage & Sustainable Development

• Preserving Cultural Heritage Through Sustainable Tourism: How tourism can support the conservation of cultural landmarks and traditions while promoting economic development.
• Supporting Local Communities in Heritage Preservation: How tourism can empower local communities to protect and celebrate their cultural heritage.
  Focus Areas:
• Balancing cultural preservation with tourism development.
• Supporting indigenous and local communities through cultural tourism.
• Best practices in heritage tourism that benefit both the economy and conservation.

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Session 4: Renewable Energy & Technology in Tourism

• Harnessing Renewable Energy for Sustainable Tourism Operations: Practical solutions for reducing tourism’s carbon footprint.
• Technological Innovations in Tourism Infrastructure: Integrating clean energy solutions and smart technologies for sustainability.
  Focus Areas:
• Solar, wind, and geothermal energy applications in tourism.
• Role of green technology in reducing the environmental impact of tourism.
• Sustainable infrastructure development in hotels, resorts, and transportation.

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Session 5: AI & Blockchain: Reshaping Travel, Trade, and Investment

• The Evolution of AI, Blockchain, and Web3 in Travel & Trade: How these technologies are reshaping the travel, tourism, and trade industries.
• AI for Sustainable Tourism Management: Using artificial intelligence to improve resource management, dynamic pricing, and personalized travel experiences.
• Blockchain for Transparent and Secure Transactions in Travel & Trade: How blockchain can simplify payment processes and create trust across industries and providers.
  Focus Areas:
• Innovations in AI for personalized tourism experiences.
• Blockchain applications for secure, transparent travel transactions.
• Exploring Web3 and decentralized systems for tourism and trade industries.

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Panel Discussion: Public-Private Partnerships for Sustainable Tourism

• Creating Collaborative Solutions for Sustainable Tourism: How governments, NGOs, and private enterprises can work together to drive sustainable tourism growth.
• Leveraging Public-Private Investments for Eco-Friendly Tourism Projects: Best practices for creating scalable solutions in responsible tourism.
  Focus Areas:
• Policy frameworks supporting sustainable tourism.
• Private sector investment in sustainable tourism infrastructure.
• Successful case studies of public-private partnerships in tourism.​

END OF DAY 1

*Disclaimer: Conference event programme content and times are not final and subject to last minute changes.