Egyptian tourism stakeholders are pushing for faster licensing procedures and improved transportation infrastructure to support investment and diversification in the sector. According to Hosam El-Shaer, head of the Egyptian Tourism Chambers Union, streamlining licensing and land allocation processes will help reduce the time required for investors to implement projects. This move aims to attract more investments and promote growth in the tourism industry.
El-Shaer highlighted the importance of developing mechanisms for dealing with lands affiliated with various entities, allowing for more transparent and attractive investment opportunities. He also emphasized the need to simplify procedures related to tourism investment, particularly licensing and land allocation, to enable investors to quickly start implementing projects and enhance the sector's ability to attract new investments.
The Egyptian government is working towards diversifying the country's tourism product, which El-Shaer believes requires not only developing tourist destinations but also improving the transportation network and roads connecting these destinations. He stressed the importance of providing a network of roads and transportation means that allow tourists to move between multiple destinations during a single trip, combining different types of tourism and benefiting from Egypt's diverse tourist offerings.
El-Shaer pointed out the need to develop roads connecting tourist destinations and improve train services, especially on lines linking Cairo to tourist destinations in Upper Egypt. This will support the movement of tourists and contribute to diversifying tourism programs. He noted that easy transportation between destinations allows for the design of more diverse tourism programs, giving tourists the opportunity to benefit from multiple tourism products during the same trip.
The development of infrastructure, transportation, and tourism products is seen as a comprehensive effort to enhance the Egyptian tourism sector. El-Shaer emphasized that investing in infrastructure, transportation, and tourism products is an integral part of the sector's development, supporting the Egyptian destination's ability to offer diverse tourism experiences and connect different destinations within more integrated programs.
The Egyptian Tourism Chambers Union head also highlighted the importance of entertainment products and services in supporting the tourism sector. He stressed that the development of basic infrastructure, transportation, and tourism products, along with entertainment options, is crucial for providing tourists with a comprehensive and satisfying experience.
The Egyptian government aims to increase tourism revenue, with a focus on attracting 30 million tourists. The sector's growth is seen as a key driver of economic development, and stakeholders are working together to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities in the tourism industry.
Key points
- The Egyptian tourism sector is focusing on accelerating investment and diversification efforts.
- Streamlining licensing procedures and improving transportation infrastructure are key priorities.
- Developing entertainment products and services is also crucial for supporting the tourism sector.
