Duration: 1 hour
The meeting was opened by Chairwoman Ms. Catherine Germier-Hamel, who emphasized the importance of welcoming new members to the committee. She reaffirmed her commitment to driving forward the committee’s action plan for the 2025/2026 term.
Key priorities discussed included enhancing engagement with government stakeholders through courtesy meetings and private consultations. The committee also addressed key advocacy areas, including promoting sustainability and circularity within the tourism and hospitality sector.
The committee also underscored the importance of cross-committee collaboration and technical knowledge sharing to further support the growth and resilience of the tourism and hospitality sector.
In addition, preliminary discussions were held on organizing an Annual Tourism and Hospitality Forum, tentatively scheduled for the first quarter of 2026. The proposed forum aims to serve as a platform for policy dialogue, sustainability showcases, and other sector-relevant initiatives. It would be complemented by a series of side events, including private breakfast talks and public workshops.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to establishing a well-structured working group focused on addressing the key challenges faced by committee members.