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Thu, 2020-10-08 04:59
RIYADH: The tourism ministers of G20 countries met on Wednesday to discuss ways of reviving the tourism sector, which has been severely affected by the effects of the coronavirus crisis.
They highlighted the crucial role of tourism as a means of achieving sustainable socioeconomic development, and talked about the challenges the sector is facing as a result of the pandemic.
![The participants agreed that support for policies that promote sustainable authentic experiences, rural development and community empowerment not only benefits local communities but also promotes a welcoming experience for tourists. (SPA)](https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/2020/10/08/2301071-282578518.jpg)
![The participants agreed that support for policies that promote sustainable authentic experiences, rural development and community empowerment not only benefits local communities but also promotes a welcoming experience for tourists. (SPA)](https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/2020/10/08/2301076-70522066.jpg)
![The participants agreed that support for policies that promote sustainable authentic experiences, rural development and community empowerment not only benefits local communities but also promotes a welcoming experience for tourists. (SPA)](https://www.arabnews.com/sites/default/files/2020/10/08/2301081-1563140674.jpg)
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