Ecuador's new Minister of Tourism outlines his strategic lines and receives support from TSTT

20-09-24

Ecuador's Minister of Tourism, Mateo Estrella, has outlined his strategic vision for the transformation of tourism in the country. Minister Estrella detailed the priorities of his mandate, focused on sustainable development, social inclusion and diversification of Ecuador's tourism offer, emphasizing the importance of creating an inclusive and sustainable tourism model that not only attracts international tourists, but also generates direct benefits for local communities. Among the most outstanding initiatives, the Minister mentioned the promotion of community-based tourism, which seeks to value the culture and traditions of Ecuador's diverse regions, while protecting the environment and generating employment.

“Ecuador has extraordinary potential. Our biodiversity and cultural wealth are unique assets in the world, and it is essential that we design strategies that allow us to take advantage of them in a sustainable manner. The transformation of the tourism sector will be a key tool to generate employment and promote local development,” commented Estrella during the interview.