Minister of Information and Minster of State for Youth Affairs Sheikh Salman Sabah Salem Al-Humoud Al-Sabah hold talks with other top officials. — KUNA

KUWAIT: The implementation of an electronic visa system (e-visa) system will help revive the tourism industry in the country, Minister of Information and Minster of State for Youth Affairs Sheikh Salman Sabah Salem Al-Humoud Al- Sabah said yesterday.

Sheikh Salman, who also heads the Higher Committee for Tourism, said that work is underway to complete the legal procedures needed to form a special authority dealing with the tourism sector in Kuwait.

Moreover, he described this new body as a launchpad to increased employment opportunities for youth, which would in turn, diversify the nation’s revenue pool.

In efforts to usher in a potential tourism boom, the Minister of Information revealed that a number of contracts have been signed to build three new airports in the country, efforts he described as an earnest desire for growth in the tourism industry. He also noted that Kuwait possesses all the tools needed for a robust tourism sector, calling for increased measures to lure more investments in tourism. — KUNA