Friday, October 4, 2024 Seoul recently played host to the Uzbek-Korean Tourism Forum , a significant event in a series of “road show” initiatives aimed at promoting Uzbekistan’s tourism potential and strengthening partnerships with key international markets. The forum welcomed prominent figures, including Umid Shadiev, Chairman of Uzbekistan’s Tourism Committee, Alisher Abdusalamov, Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to South Korea, and representatives from Uzbekistan Airways. The forum, held in the heart of South Korea’s capital, focused on showcasing Uzbekistan’s rich cultural heritage and exploring new avenues of cooperation between tourism businesses in both countries.
Attendees gained valuable insights into the opportunities for collaboration, with particular attention given to the increasing demand for travel between Uzbekistan and South Korea. In his remarks, Umid Shadiev emphasized Uzbekistan’s growing appeal as a travel destination, highlighting its historical cities, stunning landscapes, and unique cultural experiences. Ambassador Abdusalamov echoed these sentiments, noting that enhanced bilateral ties will further solidify the countries’ tourism sectors.
Representatives from Uzbekistan Airways took the opportunity to showcase the airline’s robust route network and shared exciting plans for expanding air services between the two nations. The discussions focused on increasing connectivity, with the aim of making travel more convenient and accessible for tour.
