On 14 June, the two-day India-IORA Cruise Tourism Conference concluded in New Delhi

Current Context: The India-IORA Cruise Tourism Conference, held on June 13th and 14th in New Delhi, aimed to propel cruise tourism within the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) region.

• Here's a breakdown of the key details:

Goals:

• Foster cooperation between countries in the IORA region.
• Share knowledge and best practices in cruise tourism.
• Develop strategic partnerships to maximize the potential of cruise, coastal, and marine tourism.

Participants:

• Government and business stakeholders from IORA member states and dialogue partners.
• Expected representatives included over 25 IORA member countries, industry leaders, and government officials from India's Ministry of Shipping.

Activities:

• A combination of conferences, presentations, and exhibitions
• Discussions on developing and strengthening the cruise tourism sector in IORA countries.

Outcomes:

• It provided a platform for knowledge sharing and policy discussions on cruise tourism development.

Question:

1 What was the main aim of the India-IORA Cruise Tourism Conference held in New Delhi?

• A) Propel cruise tourism within the IORA region
• B) Promote solo travel in the IORA region
• C) Foster technological advancements in the maritime sector
• D) Develop land-based tourism exclusively

Answer: A) The India-IORA Cruise Tourism Conference, held on June 13th and 14th in New Delhi, aimed to propel cruise tourism within the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) region.