The congress of the World Federation of Tourism Writers and Journalists (FIJET), which is held in a different country every year, was held in Tunis, the capital of Tunisia, this year.
“My Beloved TunIsIa”
Nearly 200 FIJET members from different regions of the world attended the congress. “My Beloved Tunisia”, determined as the motto for the 2023-2024 period by FIJET World President Tijani Haddad, was met with great interest by the participants.
Hosted by the MInIster of TourIsm
The congress held at the Sheraton Tunis Hotel was moderated by Asma Jerbi from the Tunisian Radio and Television Corporation. At the opening of the congress, Tunisian Minister of Tourism, Mohammed Al Moez Belhassine, made a speech after a multivision screening about the historical features of Tunisia.
The Importance of local and InternatIonal medIa In tourIsm
Minister Belhassine said; “I think the importance of local and international tourism press is great in developing and increasing the tourism potential of countries. Therefore, I would like to thank all of you for being here.”
“The Impact on peace Is undenIable”
Speaking after the Minister of Tourism, FIJET World President Tijani Haddad emphasized that tourism should not be perceived as just traveling; “Tourism also makes important contributions to peace. This should never be ignored,” he said.
