ISLAMABAD, Sep 25 (APP):Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme,(PMYP)Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan has said that Pakistan’s remittance flow can be increased to 62 billion dollars from 32 billion dollars by sending well-equipped trained youth abroad.
Addressing the launching ceremony of the “Pakistan T
ourism Profile 2024 and the Rasta Initiative” organized by the Riphah Institute of Hospitality and Culinary Arts (RIHCA) in collaboration with T
ourism Insights, he said that Saudia Arabia needs around 200,000 drivers and 150,000 hospitality workers in the t
ourism sector in the coming years and Pakistan can avail the opportunity by sending a well equipped trained youth with high ethical standards.
He said that Pakistan can also take advantage of the multi-billion dollars religious t
ourism industry as the historical heritage of one of the oldest civilizations in the world and a rich collection of Sufi shrines, Hind
u temples, Sikh gurudwaras, and Buddhist monasteries were found here.
The Chairman PMYP also lauded the Rasta Initiative for creating job opportunities and empowering young professionals, highlighting the importance of t
ourism in youth development and nation-building.
The event was unveiled to support Pakistan’s t
ourism industry, aligning with this year’s global theme of T
ourism and Peace while the Pakistan T
ourism Profile 2024 comprehensive industry report offered up-to-date data, insights, and trends to guide decision-making and strat
egic development in Pakistan’s t
ourism sector.
The event also showcased the launch of the Rasta Initiative, a dedicated employment portal for Pakistan’s hospitality and t
ourism sector.
The portal aimed to facilitate career growth for young professionals while meeting the labor market needs of t
ourism-related businesses.
Following the launch, panel discussions explored topics such as hospitality education, youth engagement in t
ourism, and the socio-economic benefits of promoting peace through t
ourism. Experts from various sectors participated in these discussions, sharing insights on how t
ourism can serve as a bridge between cultures and contribute to socio-economic growth.
The event underscored the importance of t
ourism as a driver of peace, cultural exchange, and economic development, positioning Pakistan as a growing player in the global t
ourism market.