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The General Assembly is the supreme organ of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation. Its ordinary ‎sessions, held every two years, are attended by delegates of the Full and Associate ‎Members, as well as representatives from the Business Council.‎ It is the most important meeting of senior tourism officials and high-level ‎representatives of the private sector from all over the world. ‎
Zambia is working hard to prepare Livingstone, even as i write to you there are major developmental works happening such as construction of roads, rehabilitation of structures etc The government of Zambia is ensuring that this rare priviledge is made a success which will directly put Africa as the perfect tourist destination.
I also believe the reason the Zambian govt picked on Livingstone its because one it shares borders with Zimbabwe and most of all Livingstone is home to some of Zambia's prestigious natural spectacles and wonders such as the Victoria Falls.
The 19th UNWTO general assembly was held in Tunza Eco- gen's beloved city Seoul, South Korea our HQ, so this is really amazing for Zambia to have the opportunity to host such an important event.
Well, we wish them grand success their deliberations!