Speaking on the sidelines of a tourism industry seminar held with the participation of companies and activists in the tourism industry from various countries, Hojjatollah Abdolmaleki stated that the development of investment in the tourism sector, creation of infrastructures and requirements of tourists including the construction of hotels, transportation lines, and recreational centers are seriously pursued at Iran’s free zones.

Exchanging domestic and foreign tourists and the existence of seven free zones in Iran with high potential for tourists can be profitable, he said, adding, “For this purpose, we are seeking to conclude memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with the companies and activists of tourism industry at this exhibition to launch joint tours.”

Elsewhere in his remarks, the secretary of the Supreme Council of Iran’s Free and Special Economic Zones pointed out that tourism creates economic profitability, therefore, huge investments should be made in this sector.

Realization of objectives of the tourism industry, as the most important pillar of development of countries, is of paramount importance and this issue should be taken into serious consideration, Abdolmaleki emphasized.