Present at the opening of the Tourism Fair at Romexpo, Prime Minister Victor Ponta told those present that he is dissatisfied because both his Government and previous ones have failed, through the National Authority for Tourism, ANT, to develop this segment. Consequently, he invited the private sector to partner with the Government in finding solutions.
The Prime Minister specified that it is a systemic problem and believes that the correct solution for tourism is no longer a strictly public, governmental national authority, but a partnership between the Government and the private sector. He noted that he has already received a proposal, a national tourism organization, a formula that other countries have already applied.
„I am addressing an appeal to the representatives of the private sector to support us in this public-private partnership, and policy decisions regarding tourism in Romania should no longer be taken by government officials, but together with the private sector, in such a way that we truly have efficient policies", Victor Ponta told the representatives of tourism companies participating in the opening of the Tourism Fair.
Source: Economica
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the proposed Public-Private Promotion Office?
It is a collaborative entity between the Romanian Government and the private sector designed to replace the current state-run tourism authority with a more efficient management model.
Why is the Romanian Government changing its tourism strategy?
Prime Minister Victor Ponta cited the failure of the National Authority for Tourism (ANT) to effectively develop the sector under strictly governmental control.
How will this partnership affect tourism policy?
Policy decisions will be made jointly by government officials and private sector representatives to ensure strategies are market-driven and effective.