MoHT continues efforts to boost local, global tourism with new phases

The Ministry of Hotels and Tourism is implementing its strategies for rapid development of domestic and international tourism services with phases, said the Union Minister.
During an online roundtable discussion hosted by the Ministry of Economic Development of Russia in Moscow, the Union Minister made this statement.
The “Welcome Russia” programme in Myanmar aims to invite Russian tourists to Myanmar. It is being implemented by the Myanmar-Russia Association of Friendship and Cooperation and private associations, and he mentioned that measures are being taken to plan a Familiarization Trip (FAM) composed of Russian media and tourism operators.
International tourist arrivals to Myanmar reached 0.233 million in 2022, which represents a 78 per cent increase compared to 2021, including Russian tourists.
From January to May 2023, over 400,000 foreign tourists entered the country, with the majority coming from China, Thailand, Korea, Japan, India, Viet Nam, the United States, Malaysia and Singapore.
International travel exhibitions, which are frequently held in foreign countries, play a significant role in promoting Myanmar’s destinations. According to the Ministry of Hotels and Tourism, Myanmar’s tourism promotion efforts extend beyond conferences and also include collaborations with airlines from these countries. —TWA/KZW