A working-level meeting on Sendai statement pillar 2 took place in Japan to discuss post-crisis tourism recovery.

The discussions emphasized the need for sustained efforts, including public-private collaborations and securing human resources, to keep tourism businesses afloat after crises. Developing new tourism products was also highlighted as crucial for economic recovery.

The meeting stressed the importance of partnerships between government and private sectors to support tourism industries in crisis recovery.

Long-term vulnerability remains high due to potential future shocks that could disrupt tourism again, highlighting the need for continuous resilience strategies.

Can local infrastructure withstand future compounding shocks?

The discussions underscored the necessity of robust public-private partnerships and human resource management. However, without concrete actions, local infrastructure may still struggle against future crises.

Outlook remains cautious due to potential vulnerabilities.