The country ranks 41st in number of tourists received but 1st in per-capita spend by them.
The United Nations World Tourism Organization, however, expects the sector to grow at a slower pace in the current year because of the economic crisis facing the world. Fluctuation in tourism demand will be contingent on 'how the economy evolves and consumers react, both of which are directly interrelated to oil and food prices,' said UNWTO Secretary-General Francesco Frangialli.
The tourism ministry has decided to impart Mandarin training to members of Indian Association of Tour Operators.
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