Press release of MOU between the TCB and MoAF
22nd July, 2010
A memorandum of understanding was signed between the Ministry of Agriculture & Forests and the Tourism Council of Bhutan to enter into a partnership to promote responsible and sustainable tourism in the Protected Areas and Government Reserve Forests lands.
The TCB and the MoAF came into an agreement, appreciating the need to diversify and promote sustainable tourism development. Both the parties felt the importance of coordination and cooperation between them to work together to accomplish the goals of developing tourism products and activities that are mutually beneficial and sustainable in the Protected Areas and Government Reserve Funds. This is with the aim not only to enhance economic benefits for the people, but also to promote the protection of our culture and natural heritage.
