Shaikha Al Nowais News
Historic Appointment of Shaikha Al Nowais as UN Tourism Secretary-General Draws Widespread Acclaim
Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais has been appointed as the next Secretary-General of UN Tourism, marking a historic milestone as the first woman and the first Emirati to hold this prestigious position. Her appointment has garnered widespread acclaim from leaders and organizations both within the UAE and internationally.
A Visionary for a New Global Tourism Order – Shaikha Al Nowais’s Strategic Blueprint
In a historic turning point for international tourism governance, the 123st session of the UN Tourism Executive Council convened in Madrid, Spain, delivered a momentous decision: the nomination of Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais as the first woman—and the first Emirati—to assume the role of Secretary-General of UN Tourism.
Shaikha Al Nowais – Championing a New Era of Inclusive and Sustainable Global Tourism
Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais’s historic nomination as the first woman to become Secretary-General of UN Tourism is more than symbolic—it is transformative. Nominated during the 123st session of the UN Tourism Executive Council in Madrid, she represents the values of inclusivity, innovation, and resilience. Her leadership marks a deliberate shift towards empowering women and amplifying the Global South’s voice in international tourism policy.