The Arab Tourism Organization announced the selection of Baghdad as the Arab Tourism Capital for 2025, following its participation in the 27th session of the Arab Ministerial Council for Tourism held at the headquarters of the Arab League General Secretariat.
The Arab Ministers of Tourism Council welcomed the selection of Baghdad as the Arab Tourism Capital for meeting the criteria set by the Arab Tourism Organization. These criteria focus on indicators of tourism management, tourism infrastructure, tourism resources, diversity of tourism patterns and activities, environmental preservation and protection, responsiveness to tourism developments, expected tourism outcomes for the city, as well as safety, security, and health stability for tourists.
Dr. Bandar bin Fahd Al Fahid, President of the Arab Tourism Organization, emphasized that the initiative to select an Arab city as the Arab Tourism Capital aims to boost intra-Arab tourism. It also seeks to highlight the unique customs and traditions of each city and showcase their tourism value and their role in supporting the Arab tourism industry. Furthermore, the initiative aims to foster connections with other cultures and civilizations.
He also noted that numerous events and programs will be organized throughout 2025 in Baghdad to promote intra-Arab and regional tourism to Iraq. The organization will launch a celebratory event to mark this occasion.
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