ICC unites India-Canada with landmark tourism and e-visa pact

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

ICC’s Aviation & Tourism Committee hosts key meeting at Hotel Connaught Royal to boost India-Canada ties, signs MOU for tourism and E-Visa promotion.

On January 30th, the Aviation & Tourism Committee of the Indo Canadian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) organized a pivotal meeting at Hotel Connaught Royal. The event, which lasted from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM followed by a lunch, marked a significant step in enhancing tourism and business relations between India and Canada.

The meeting garnered substantial attention, as it was covered by the national TV channel, PTI. The highlight of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which underlined the commitment of both nations to strengthen their bilateral relations in the fields of tourism and business.

In a significant development, the Indo Canadian Chamber announced its plans to not only promote tourism and investment in India but also to lobby with the Chamber to facilitate the issuance of Electronic Visas (E-Visas) for Indian tourists and businessmen visiting Canada. This move is expected to greatly ease the travel process, thereby encouraging more visits and fostering stronger economic and cultural ties between the two countries.

The meeting was attended by key figures from the aviation and tourism sectors, as well as government representatives from both India and Canada. Discussions during the event focused on various strategies to boost tourism and investment opportunities, with particular emphasis on simplifying visa processes and enhancing air connectivity between the two nations.

This initiative by the ICC’s Aviation & Tourism Committee is a part of a broader effort to enhance cooperation and understanding between India and Canada. It reflects the growing importance of the tourism and business sectors as key drivers of economic growth and cultural exchange. The signed MOU is expected to pave the way for more collaborative efforts and mutually beneficial partnerships in the future.

Overall, the meeting at Hotel Connaught Royal marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to bolster the India-Canada relationship. It underscores the commitment of both countries to work together towards common goals and sets a positive tone for future collaborations.

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