Afghanistan’s tourism & financial sustainability

Thursday, September 8, 2022

The tourism industry is one of the most conspicuous and profitable sectors in the global economy. In boosting the economy of a country, this industry plays a crucial role. To any country, an enhancement in tourism flow can attract positive outcomes in finances particularly in the GDP and opportunities related to employment. The concept of sustainable tourism is to visit the locations without damaging the nature and its local community and also provide some constructive impact on the society, economy and environment as well. The tourism industry, in several countries, remains a key source of employment generation and income in formal and informal sectors. Furthermore, it can generate a huge amount of foreign exchange which could help improve its sustainable growth and development as well.

The nation of Afghanistan is well-known as a unique place with majestic mountains which remain snowcapped, old religious monuments to picturesque attractiveness of the region, rivers, and assorted climatic conditions, makes Afghanistan even more striking. In spite of having great tourism potential, the country is still having feeble economy due to other circumstances. In the country, there’s a great opportunity for tourism to be made used as an effective tool for developing her economy.

The country might approve suitable policies for luring tourists from abroad. In 2018, international tourists spent $1.3 billion per day, according to the World Tourism Organization report. The revenue from the industry mainly international tourism in most countries is considered a substitute for export earnings and it gives a lot to their balance of payment.

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