In a statement from the World Tourism Organization last month, the United Nations agency expressed its confidence Egyptian tourism will easily recover from its most recent lack in popularity.

“Egypt has undertaken strong initiatives in terms of communications with the competent authorities and public opinion in source markets on safety and security issues, unlocking the support of airlines and tour operators, incentivizing demand and engaging key players in Egypt in these concerted efforts. I trust these actions will herald results in restoring confidence and accelerating the recovery of tourism to Egypt,” said Taleb Rifai, Secretary-General, UNWTO.

“We should never forget that Egypt is one of the world’s most remarkable tourism success stories,” he added. “Over the last decade, the number of visitors to Egypt practically tripled and so did the exports generated by international tourism. Egypt is, and will continue to be, despite all challenges, a leading tourism destination.”

The UNWTO called upon the international community to support Egypt’s tourism efforts as the country looks to rebuild an industry vital to its employment and GDP.