International Development and Cooperation

The International Development and Cooperation (IDC) Department’s core mandate focuses on delivering concrete, on-the-ground innovative and technical solutions, fostering cross-regional collaboration to implement practical projects, and providing direct support to Member States in advancing sustainable tourism development. Through hands-on expertise and tailored interventions, the Department ensures impactful, real-world results.

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Driven by five strategic pillars, the IDC Department focuses on:

Human Capital Development

Well-trained professionals are the cornerstone of successful destinations. By enhancing skills across both public and private sectors, UN Tourism ensures the tourism workforce is equipped to develop, manage, and serve sustainably and competitively in line with international standards.

Human Capital Development 111

Strategic Planning & Promotion

Through close collaboration with Member States, UN Tourism advances tourism by shaping master plans, marketing strategies, and specialized sub-sector or thematic approaches. From eco-tourism to strengthening local economic impact, IDC aligns strategic planning to unlock each destination’s unique potential.

Strategic Planning & Promotion 111

Data-Driven Decisions

Accurate, timely data is critical for evidence-based policymaking and effective tourism management. UN Tourism champions robust data collection and analysis to guide planning, development, and strategic interventions that foster sustainable growth.

Data-Driven Decisions 111

Safety of Destinations

In an increasingly complex and unpredictable world, safety and security are fundamental to sustainable tourism development. The Safety of Destinations (SAFE-D) Initiative, led by UN Tourism, is a global effort to strengthen crisis preparedness, response, and recovery in tourism destinations worldwide.

Safety of Destinations 111

Silk Road Synergies

Building on the region’s rich heritage, IDC engages diverse stakeholders—local, national, and transnational—to develop Silk Road initiatives for tourism in a manner that respects cultural authenticity and promotes sustainable, inclusive economic development.

Silk Road Synergies 111

Worldwide Activities:

UN Tourism on the Ground

Middle East

Fourth Edition of the Qatar Tourism Awards Officially Launched in Doha

Middle East

IDC

Middle East

UN Tourism and Oman Advance Strategic Reform of the Hotel Classification System

Middle East

UN Tourism is continuing its support for the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism of the Sultanate of Oman through a second technical mission aimed at advancing the modernization of the country’s Hotel Classification Scheme

IDC

Middle East

UN Tourism Marks First On-the-Ground Engagement in Syria, Advancing Tourism Recovery

Middle East

IDC

Europe

UN Tourism participates in “Turkmentravel – 2026” and supports tourism management capacity building in Turkmenistan

Europe

IDC

Europe

UN Tourism welcomes the establishment of a Thassos Residents’ Tourism Committee to formalise community participation in tourism governance on Thassos Island, Greece

Europe

IDC

Asia and the Pacific

Sri Lanka Advances Action on Tourism Economic Leakages through National Validation Workshop

Asia and the Pacific

IDC

Middle East

Oman Advances Hotel Quality Standards with UN Tourism: First Mission Sets Strong Foundations for Reform

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