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Peru's PM deems tourism as essential for economy

Photo: Gustavo Sanchez

16:40 | Lima, Dec. 3.

Prime Minister Violeta Bermudez on Thursday affirmed that tourism is an activity essential for the Peruvian economy due to its important contribution in terms of income and jobs.

Within this framework, the high-ranking official stated that —as a priority— domestic tourism will be promoted, while the inbound one gets back on track.

"Progressively, we will resume tourism activities in 22 protected natural areas, with optimal sanitary conditions, as well as adequate services for national and foreign visitors," she said.

Likewise, the Cabinet chief stressed that the Safe Travels stamp —which was awarded to Peru— is a certification that classifies the country as a world's safe destination. It was granted by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), with the purpose of generating confidence among national and foreign visitors.

"The fact that tourist destinations receive these certifications, in compliance with the approved sectoral protocols, and specifically the Health Guidelines against COVID-19 for tourist destinations, will support the reactivation of this sector," she concluded.

Remarks were made during her presentation at Congress plenary session to address the Government's General Policy and request a confidence vote from legislators.

Prior to her presentation, the Prime Minister held meetings with various Congress members, which she deemed as positive.

As is known, Bermudez was sworn in as Prime Minister by President Francisco Sagasti on November 18.

?? #VotoDeConfianza | Trabajamos por una reactivación turística integral, con el estricto cumplimiento de los protocolos de bioseguridad.#GobiernoDeTransición pic.twitter.com/DHi0AWVjK3
— MINCETUR (@MINCETUR) December 3, 2020

?? #VotoDeConfianza Empezamos a otorgar el sello #SafeTravels para generar confianza en el visitante nacional y extranjero. Estamos comprometidos con el sector turismo y su reactivación. #GobiernoDeTransición pic.twitter.com/P0cPMOzcGJ
— MINCETUR (@MINCETUR) December 3, 2020