, Singapore

Government expects 12-13mn visitor arrivals in 2011

Singapore Tourism Board also forecasts $22-$24 billion worth of tourism receipts in 2011.

According to Mr S Iswaran, Senior Minister of State for Trade and Industry and Education, last year was exceptional for Singapore tourism.

Singapore tourism welcomed an all high of 11.6 million visitors, a 20% increase from 2009. Our tourism receipts rose by 49% to hit a record of $18.8 billion.

From a macro perspective, Asia is set to become a strong growth engine for global tourism. According to UNWTO, Asia was the strongest growing region in 2010. For 2011, the number of international tourist arrivals in Asia and the Pacific region is expected to grow by seven to nine per cent.

Singapore is well-placed to tap this growth. With innovative ideas, an integrated approach within the industry and greater productivity, Singapore can ride on Asia’s momentum and position ourselves for the next phase of growth.

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