Shaikha Al Nowais: First Woman Secretary-General of UN Tourism

Shaikha Al Nowais: First Woman Secretary-General of UN Tourism

Key Points:

• Appointment: Shaikha Al Nowais has been elected as the next Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism).
• Historic Significance: She is the first woman to lead UN Tourism since its establishment in 1975, marking 50 years of the organization’s history.
• Term: She will begin her term in January 2026, succeeding Zurab Pololikashvili.
• Focus Areas: Her agenda includes sustainability, digital transformation, and global tourism development.
• Background: Shaikha Al Nowais is a prominent Emirati business leader, bringing international experience in leadership and policy to the organization.
  
  Updated - Jun 01, 2025, 07:55 PM | TOI