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A panel discussion titled "Slow Food, Low Impact: Advancing Sustainable Tourism with Local Agroproducts" took place at COP29, emphasizing the synergy between agriculture and tourism to promote sustainable development.

Baku, November 20, 2024 – The inaugural Tourism Day at COP29 underscores tourism’s transformative role in combating climate change. Hosted by the State Tourism Agency of Azerbaijan in partnership with the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the event highlighted tourism’s contribution to global climate goals through innovation and collaboration.

Baku, Azerbaijan | November 18, 2024 – For the first time in the history of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP), "Climate Action in Tourism" has been included in the official COP Action Agenda under the Presidency of Azerbaijan. This groundbreaking inclusion highlights the sector's crucial role in supporting global climate goals.

From November 11–14, Azerbaijan Tourism Board participated in its first official engagement with the Nordic tourism market at the "Nordic Roadshow," a premier event connecting global destinations with the region’s tourism market, organized by Aviareps. The event took place across four capital cities in the region—Stockholm, Helsinki, Oslo, and Copenhagen - and was designed to encourage new business connections whilst promoting a tourism destination’s offerings.  

At COP29, hosted this year in Azerbaijan’s capital, Baku, the national EXPERIENCE AZERBAIJAN stand, presented by the State Tourism Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Azerbaijan Tourism Board in the “Green Zone”, offers an engaging showcase of the country’s rich cultural and natural attractions. Guests and media are invited to experience Azerbaijan’s tourism potential through masterclasses, different types of destination presentations, traditional sweets and local wine tasting, interactive games, VR experiences, and promotional videos.

Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) is participating in the World Travel Market (WTM) 2024 in London from November 5th to 7th. This global event provides ATB with an excellent opportunity to reconnect with tourism partners and showcase Azerbaijan as a top travel destination. Together with ten travel trade companies, including Azerbaijan Airlines and Shahdag Mountain Resort, Azerbaijan presents a versatile array of travel experiences. These offerings range from hiking in mesmerising landscapes and birdwatching in lush nature to indulging in luxurious wellness resorts and savouring authentic Azerbaijani cuisine and wine experiences.