G20 vows to spur recovery in virus-hit tourism sector

G20 tourism ministers pledge to help businesses, entrepreneurs, and workers 'to adapt and thrive in a new post-crisis era.' coronavirus

COVID-19 lockdowns have pounded international tourism, which is estimated to see a 45% decline this year, according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.

Up to 75 million jobs are at risk in the labor-intensive sector, they said, citing the World Travel and Tourism Council.to boost the nascent sector, voiced hope the pandemic's impact would be"short-term."

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