Islamabad: The Government has announced plans to launch an official ‘tourism app’ in a concerted effort to boost tourism and facilitate various forms of tourism, including cultural, social, medical, and historical, reported a news source on September 28.
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As per the details, the announcement was made by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Tourism Wasi Shah during his visit to Taxila Museum and Julian on World Tourism Day. He disclosed plans to promote eco-tourism through public-private partnerships, with a particular focus on regions boasting abundant tourist attractions. Further, he stated that tourists visiting Pakistan will soon have an official application providing authentic information and access to the state tourism department.
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This application will be available on the Google Play Store for Android users and will offer comprehensive information about tourist destinations, transportation options, and various services. Highlighting the historical significance he stressed the importance of tourism in promoting social, cultural, economic, and environmental values, acknowledging the pivotal role tourism plays in global development.