India, May 26 -- Tourism as a Catalyst for Peace is the united understanding of tourism leaders, including two candidates for Secretary-General for UN-Tourism, who agreed on it when attending the Asian Leadership Conference last week.

Panelists explored various issues, including cultural heritage preservation, wildlife-based reconciliation efforts, crisis resilience, and transparent tourism governance. At its core, this session inspired a sense of unity among all UN Tourism Secretary-General candidates. Beyond electoral competition, the panel advocated for a shared commitment to advancing tourism as a global public good that serves peace, prosperity, and the well-being of all humanity.

This 90-minute high-level panel session outlined h...