Dubai . This growth requires more focus and investment in the industry , particularly at the administrative level . For example , it may be time for Tourism to become a standalone government ministry . The growth and complexity of the sector requires special attention . Tourism ’ s increasing importance to the local economy as the third-largest export sector underpins this . Government organizations supporting and developing the tourism industry , like the Guyana Tourism Authority , will require more staff to manage the increasing workload . Otherwise , administrative efforts in the local tourism sector will always be reactionary instead of proactive and visionary .
Global interest in Guyana is rapidly growing whether or not Expo 2020 Dubai had the significant impact reported by the Ministry . As we ’ ve seen repeatedly , Guyana shines whenever it takes centre stage . However , connecting the minds and creating the future showcased at Expo 2020 Dubai will require much more work backstage .
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