Andrew Agius Muscat – What are Initiatives to develop sustainable tourism actions and renewable strategies for the Mediterranean region. TSHS_004

Mediterranean represents one third of all tourism arrivals. Mediterranean region is also hitting the news headlines, regularly sadly focusing on terrorist attacks, economic crisis, political crisis and immigrant drowning. My guest Andrew Agius Muscat, General Secretary and Co – Founder of Mediterranean Tourism Foundation explains about his mission in life to organise events that will bring people together who are not directly related to tourism, but anyone interested in Mediterranean Tourism. This mission has been recognised and is supported by people from all walks in life, and dignitaries such as Pope Francis, who sent a letter of support for the efforts made by the foundation. HRH Princess Dana Firas. She  is a global advocate for heritage protection and preservation as a foundation for development, responsible tourism, identity and political participation, and peace building. She serves as the President of the Board of Directors of Petra National Trust. His Majesty King Osei Tutu Il, King of  Ashanti (Ashanti region), Ghana. He came with his delegation to the annual conference and was so impressed so he plan to form the West African Tourism Foundation. The upcoming Mediterranean Stars Festival music event mentioned in the show will  bringing 15 pop music stars to Malta. Here is the LINK to the event.