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Dismantling Mr. Najam Sethi's Flawed Tourism Analysis Recently, I came across a talk by Mr. Najam Sehti where he attributed Pakistan's tourism woes solely to our social culture and lack of alcohol. This argument falls flat when we consider the flourishing tourism industries of Dubai, Doha, and Istanbul – all Islamic countries ranking high in tourist spending. These cities lack the beaches of Thailand or the nightlife of Macau, yet they thrive. Dubai boasts stunning architecture and desert adventures. Doha offers cultural immersion and historical sites. Istanbul captivates with its rich tapestry of Ottoman and Byzantine influences. Tourists clearly prioritize these factors over alcohol availability. Mr. Sehti's analysis ignores the true magnets for tourists: natural beauty, cultural richness, vibrant cities, and opportunities for relaxation or adventure. Pakistan is blessed with these very elements – majestic mountains, historical sites like Mohenjo-daro, and the bustling energy of Karachi. Let's reject such simplistic arguments and focus on developing these strengths. Pakistan has immense potential to be a tourist haven – we just need to showcase its true treasures. #pakistan #pakistannews #pakistaneconomy #turkey #tourism #istanbul #lahore #karachi #islamabad #oilandgas #oilandgascompanies

Saudi Arabia's tourism industry boomed in 2023, exceeding expectations. It contributed a record $118.4 billion to the country's GDP, representing 11.5% of the economy. This surge is 32% higher than the previous year. The industry also created 436,000 new jobs, bringing the total to over 2.5 million, or nearly one in five jobs nationwide. Tourist arrivals hit 100 million in 2023, achieving a key national goal seven years early. The government is committed to further growth, aiming to attract 150 million tourists by utilizing new technologies. The World Travel and Tourism Council forecasts continued expansion, with the sector contributing $140 billion to GDP and employing 2.7 million people by 2024. By 2034, tourism is expected to make up 16% of Saudi Arabia's economy and employ over 3.6 million people. #pakistan #saudiarabia #tourism #pakistaneconomy #lahore #karachi #islamabad #dubai #uae #oilandgas

𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐀𝐢𝐫 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐢 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐡𝐢 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬. SalamAir is expanding its network with twice-weekly flights to Chennai (Thursdays & Saturdays) and Delhi (Tuesdays & Thursdays), offering convenient connections between Oman and these popular destinations. #SalamAir #NewRoutes #Chennai #Delhi #Oman #Travel #ArabNews #ArabTimes #ArabTimesNews

Maldives Considers RuPay Rollout to Bolster Local Currency #Maldives #RuPay #India #FinancialInclusion #BilateralTrade The Maldives is exploring the possibility of introducing India's RuPay card service, aiming to strengthen the Maldivian Rufiyaa and enhance trade ties with India. This could be a significant development for tourism and financial transactions between the two countries. #TravelTech #Payments #CurrencyExchange

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As part of its ongoing transformation, which aims to improve the company’s overall financial performance and fortify its position in an increasingly competitive market, Oman Air has announced several strategic changes to its network. These include the addition of a new route, Sialkot, as well as the cancellation of operations to Islamabad, Lahore, Colombo and Chittagong. The airline will also be reducing frequencies to certain markets while increasing capacity to two current destinations (Lucknow and Thiruvananthapuram). In addition, three destinations will be operated on a seasonal basis: Trabzon during the summer season, and Zurich and Malé during winter. Oman Air has also introduced measures to optimize its schedule, starting this summer. To better cater to the Omani market and serve key flows in and out of Oman, flight times have been revised for several of its destinations, with emphasis on more favourable slots to offer greater convenience for direct passengers and maximise connection windows. Meanwhile, the airline is continuously evaluating its strategy to adapt to changing market dynamics and identify additional opportunities. Maintaining alignment with government stakeholders including the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism - Sultanate of Oman, Oman Air remains committed to the economic and social objectives of Oman Vision 2040 رؤية عُمان.