Cyprus will host next April the General Assembly of the European Travel Commission, after a proposal from Cyprus Tourism Organization (CTO).
According to an official announcement, in the meeting of the European Travel Commission, held between October 7-9 in Belgrade, Deputy Director General of CTO, Annita Demetriades proposed that Cyprus should host the next General Assembly of the European Travel Commission, a proposal which was warmly welcomed.
“This development is a success and honor for the country and confirms, once again, the appreciation and trust that Cyprus enjoys in the European bodies and decision-making centers”, CTO stated.
During the works of the General Assembly in Belgrade, the European Travel Commission discussed issues concerning the tourist industry at a European level, such as joint promotion of European tourism in third countries, visa issues and the promotion of best practices.
The member states also discussed the current critical developments in Europe and agreed on a communiqué in which they express concern for the refugee crisis, the conflict and the destruction of cultural heritage. It was stressed that these issues should be addressed with a common voice.
CNA/TNE/GV/2015
ENDS, CYPRUS NEWS AGENCY