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WTO Sustainability PDF
WTO Sustainability PDF
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of tourism. Rather, all forms of tourism should
strive to be sustainable, including what is
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in a way that mutually reinforces economic growth,
social welfare and environmental protection is the
challenge facing the tourism sector.
Environmental preservation source of income based around local culture, can encourage
communities to value their cultural heritage more highly.
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depends on protecting life in all its diversity. It integrates economic and
principles intended to guide tourism stakeholders in the development
ecological concerns by, for example, conserving natural areas which,
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in turn, generates increased revenues from tourism for future
responsibilities of travelers, operators and governments in ensuring
conservation.
maximum benefits for tourists, local communities and their natural and
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raise awareness of specific ethical concerns related to tourism,
understand the relationship between tourism and its impact on the
including gender equality, cultural preservation, corporate social
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responsibility and the protection of children from exploitation in tourism.
governments on sustainable tourism policies; designed sustainable
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requirements that hotels and tour operators should strive for in
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sustainability.
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framework and outlines a clear commitment to adapt to changing
development is increasingly recognized. Its geographical expansion
climate conditions, mitigate emissions, apply new technologies and
and labour intensive nature support the spread of employment and
secure financing to assist poorer regions and countries.
can be particularly relevant in remote and rural areas where many of
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