RIYADH: Uruguay believes Expo 2030 and upcoming FIFA world cups are the perfect opportunities to increase tourism with the Middle East, a senior minister told Arab News.
Speaking on the sidelines of the 26th UN Tourism General Assembly, the country’s Minister of Tourism Pablo Menoni set out how Uruguay is keen to strengthen its tourism industry and opportunities for collaboration with the Kingdom.
The South American country welcomed 3.3 million tourists in 2024, with the majority coming from Brazil, Europe, and North America.
Menoni pointed to upcoming events as chances to increase relations with and awareness of Uruguay’s tourism industry.
“The calendar is giving us a great opportunity,” he said, adding: “Let me tell you in 2030, we are celebrating the first 100 years of the first football World Cup that was held in Uruguay, that was won by Uruguay. And the kickoff of the World Cup will be held in Uruguay.
