BTEA CEO chairs extraordinary meeting of GCC tourism undersecretaries
Sara Ahmed Buhiji, Chief Executive Officer of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA), chaired an extraordinary virtual meeting of Gulf Cooperation Council tourism undersecretaries, held as part of Bahrain’s presidency of the 46th session of the GCC, to discuss the impact of the Iranian attacks on the tourism sector in GCC countries.
Buhiji underscored the importance of enhancing coordination and integration among GCC states to address current challenges, particularly amid recent developments and their impact on various sectors, including tourism.
She noted that GCC countries continue to build on the achievements made in the tourism sector, supported by the strong tourism assets that have reinforced their position as regional and international destinations. She added that GCC states have the capacity to address the impact of recent developments and support the continued growth of the sector.
The meeting also reviewed agenda items, including a proposed recovery plan and its key objectives, as well as defining the roles of relevant entities and enhancing coordination frameworks among GCC countries to support growth in the regional tourism sector.
Content last updated: 09 July 2026
