The overall objective of the Risk and Crisis Management Programme is to assist members to assess and mitigate risks related to tourism. Furthermore, to develop, plan and implement crisis systems that will reduce the impact of and assist in the recovery from crises. The programme and and projects are guided by the relevant provision in the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism.  MORE

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09 Nov 11
News
Statement from Ministry of Tourism and Sports on the Current Situation of Floods in Thailand
Statement from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports According to the current flooding situation in various provinces in Thailand, to ensure tourist safety and security, the Ministry of Tourism and...
11 Oct 11
Press Release
Tourism vital for achieving global development objectives - tourism ministers and UN
“How can the phenomenal growth of tourism be harnessed in support of the MDGs?”, asked UN Deputy Secretary-General, Asha-Rose Migiro at the opening of the Ministerial Roundtable on Fostering Growth...
07 Oct 11
News
Integrating tourism and emergency management
The UNWTO Review Meeting on the Integration of Tourism and Emergency Management (Mount Macedon, Australia, 22-23 September) gathered major tourism players to present examples of best practice and...
05 Oct 11
Press Release
Revitalizing Japan’s tourism sector - UNWTO Secretary-General and WTTC President meet Japanese Prime Minister
“In the process of revitalizing Japan, tourism plays an important and indispensible role,” said the Japanese Prime Minister during his meeting with Mr Rifai. Joined by David Scowsill, President and...
30 Jun 11
Press Release
International tourism maintains momentum despite challenges
“Global tourism continues to consolidate the recovery of 2010 despite the impact of recent developments in the Middle East and North Africa, as well as the tragic events in Japan, which are...