KINGSTON, Jamaica; Wednesday, November 6, 2024: Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has been awarded by the International Tourism Investment Conference (ITIC) for his outstanding contributions to the development of sustainability and resilient tourism practices in Jamaica. The recognition came during the ITIC Global Tourism Investment Summit held at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in London on Monday.
The ITIC summit is a highly anticipated annual event on the World Travel Market (WTM) calendar that brings together tourism ministers, industry leaders, and developers from the tourism, travel, and hospitality sectors to connect with potential investors.
“This acknowledgement has truly come as a surprise, and I am humbled by it. It is good to see that our small island has become a thought leader on issues related to sustainability and resilience. This is a win for Jamaica and indicates that we are on the right path to futureproofing our beloved industry,” said Minister Bartlett.
The award acknowledges Minister Bartlett’s pioneering work in advocating for comprehensive sustainable practices and building capacity for tourism resilience. Under his leadership, Jamaica has made significant strides in balancing tourism growth with environmental conservation and community development. The island has also become a thought leader in building resilience in tourism globally.
The Tourism Minister is leading a delegation at the 2024 World Travel Market scheduled for November 5-7. WTM London is home to the world’s travel trade – the most influential travel and tourism event globally. The highly anticipated event is expected to welcome over 45,000 participants.
