Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The Chairman of the Committee for Tourism of Uzbekistan, Umid Shadieev, met with the President of the Spanish Association of Tourism Experts (AECIT), Dr. Felio José Bauza Martorell.

AECIT is a leading organization that brings together specialists and researchers in the tourism sector, actively promoting scientific research, developments, and the exchange of professional experience.

The main topic of the meeting was the discussion of prospects for cooperation between the two countries. Specifically, the parties considered opportunities for:

Increasing awareness of Uzbekistan as a tourist destination in the Spanish market. There are plans to more actively promote Uzbekistan's tourist potential among Spanish travelers.

Sharing experiences in sustainable tourism development. Uzbekistan and Spain intend to exchange best practices in environmentally responsible and socio-economically effective tourism.

Introducing modern educational programs to train qualified personnel in the tourism industry. Cooperation in education will help raise the professionalism of industry workers.

Implementing joint research projects in tourism. Joint research initiatives are planned to enhance the tourism sectors of both countries.

This meeting reflects the mutual interest of Uzbekistan and Spain in strengthening their partnership and developing mutually beneficial cooperation in tourism. It is expected that these joint efforts will lead to an increase in the flow of tourists from Spain to Uzbekistan and an improvement in the quality of tourism services provided.