Some 15 countries are being represented at the third Global Tourism Resilience Conference, now underway at the Princess Grand Jamaica resort in Green Island, Hanover.

Running from Monday (February 17) to Wednesday, the landmark event brings together thought leaders, industry experts, and stakeholders from over seven countries.

Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett said that the conference is poised to be a pivotal platform for discussing innovative strategies to enhance tourism resilience and sustainability on a global scale.

“Jamaica is ready to welcome strong delegation from all these countries including Kenya, Spain, Greece, Canada, Barbados and the United States of America. This is a show of confidence in the destination as a thought leader in resilience and highlights the level of global collaboration to future-proof tourism,” Bartlett noted.

The 2025 Global Tourism Resilience Conference will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops centred around navigating challenges and leveraging opportunities in the tourism sector.

Attendees will also explore critical topics such as disaster recovery, climate change adaptation, and digital transformation within the industry.

Professor Llyod Waller, executive director of the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre, expressed enthusiasm about this year’s event, stating, “We are pleased to see the growing interest and participation from countries worldwide. This conference is more than just a gathering; it is a catalyst for action and collaboration, driving resilience and sustainable growth in global tourism.”

With representation from Kenya, Trinidad, Anguilla, USA, Barbados, Canada, St. Kitts, Zambia, Greece, United Kingdom, Aruba, Malta, Dominica, Guyana and Spain, the conference aims to foster international partnerships and knowledge exchange, setting the stage for impactful solutions to contemporary tourism challenges.