Tourism Ministry looks to partner with private sector — Fayez

By Petra - Mar 04,2015 - Last updated at Mar 04,2015

AMMAN — Tourism Minister Nayef Al Fayez on Wednesday met with Michael Nazzal, president of the Jordan Federation of Tourism Associations, and discussed efforts to address obstacles facing the sector.

Fayez highlighted measures to be taken by the ministry in cooperation with the private sector to improve tourism and invest in the major advantages of the Kingdom’s attractions.

He noted that the ministry seeks to promote tourism sites and attract more visitors.

For His part, Nazzal voiced the private sector’s keenness to partner with the ministry to improve the sector.

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