The Dialogue of Russia and Kazakhstan on Strategic Partnering in Tourism

Lyazat Karimova,Klara Kudaibergenova,W Strielkowski,E Dvoryadkina,E Animitsa

doi:10.1051/e3sconf/202020805006

Abstract

The paper shows problems of the economic, political, social, and cultural relations between Russia and Kazakhstan which are important for the sustainable development of both countries. In particular, it is necessary to create and develop border and inland resort areas and destinations, to introduce an integrated transport system and interstate structures to manage tourist flows as well as to regulate issues emerging in this area. All these will require significant joint efforts of specialists from various spheres. The expected results imply significant progress in the economic and social development of the border and inland regions or settlements involved in corresponding programs and projects as well as a significant increase in the level and quality of life.

Highlights

Nowadays, tourism is the most important sector of the global economy
Tourism has emerged as a vital industry, characterized by a significant effect of growth in income and employment, foreign exchange earnings, and the growth of other sectors, which determines the development of communications and infrastructure
International cooperation in the field of tourism has a clear tendency for further improvement which undoubtedly will have a positive effect on the overall development of this sector

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Introduction

Tourism is the most important sector of the global economy. The UN General Assembly proclaimed that the 21st century is a century of sustainable development, with tourism being its integral part [1]. The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) recognizes the significant role of tourism in strengthening intercultural understanding and mutual respect [2]. The Republic of Kazakhstan and the Russian Federation have long been full members of the UNWTO (since 1993 and 1992, respectively) and support its decisions. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, both Russia and Kazakhstan faced the same problems in the economy which hampered the tourism industry. Moral and physical depreciation and underdevelopment of the tourist infrastructure required large investments. Both countries have always recognized the key role of tourism in their development, and one of the governmental priorities was and still is the sustainable development of this industry

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