This year’s South Asian Travel Awards has begun in the prestigious property “The Malla Hotel” in Kathmandu with the event "Opportunity & Conversation,” featuring a panel discussion that addressed regional tourism challenges and connectivity.

The distinguished panel participants include:

- Mr. Sanjeev Kumar- President of the Confederation of Association of Tour Operators (CATO)

- Ms. Nandini Lahe-Thapa- Senior Director of the Nepal Tourism Board

- Mr. Ibrahim Shiuree- CEO and Managing Director of the Maldives Marketing and PR Corporation

- Mr. Thaufeeq Rahman- Secretary General of the PATA Bangladesh Chapter

This thought-provoking discussion aims to explore the current obstacles facing regional tourism while highlighting the importance of connectivity in fostering growth and collaboration. The session also emphasized knowledge sharing and experience exchange programs, as well as identify ways to collaborate and work regionally towards the growth of tourism. This discussion engaged a dialogue in creating opportunity to contribute to the future of tourism in the region!