Doha - Minister Daniela Santanchè expressed "satisfaction" regarding the signing of the protocol d'intesa with the Qatar Tourism Authority, "a country that is increasingly establishing itself as one of the key players in the global tourism landscape." The Gulf, as Santanchè further commented, "represents a strategically important area for us, not only for its potential for economic and tourism development but also for the opportunities for cooperation it offers. Italy recognizes the value of building strong partnerships with this region that focuses on high-quality and sustainable tourism, which is also one of our priorities. We believe that this collaboration," the minister concluded, "can open new opportunities for our tourism sector, fostering mutual exchanges and promoting Italian excellence in one of the most dynamic areas of the world." (9colonne)