Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja met UN Tourism Secretary-General Sheikha Al Nowais in Madrid, Spain. The meeting took place during the International Tourism Fair Fitur.

Gonxhja and Al Nowais discussed Albania’s success as a tourism destination. Al Nowais recently took office as head of UN Tourism.

They also discussed plans to open a Tourism Academy in Albania. The Secretary-General fully supported the initiative. UN Tourism will provide specialized expertise based on identified needs. The two sides agreed on a concrete cooperation plan.

Albania is presenting itself under the slogan “Albania All Senses” at Fitur in Madrid. The country is promoting its tourist destinations, authentic products, and full range of tourism services.

The fair brings together 161 countries and more than 10,000 companies. It welcomes tourism professionals, decision-makers, and visitors interested in global tourism destinations and offers.

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