The tourism sector and its role in achieving economic development: The Arab Republic of Egypt as a model

Authors

  • Kadem Djawad University of Ain Temouchent, Algeria
  • Mekelleche Youcef University of Abou Bekr Belkaid, Tlemcen, Algeria
  • Hocine Youcef University of Tlemcen, Algeria
  • Bnemassaoud Nassreddine University of Ain Temouchent, Algeria
  • Sadiki Ismail ALGER 3 University, Algeria
  • Saim Mostefa University of Abou Bekr Belkaid, Tlemcen, Algeria

Keywords:

Tourism, Economic Development

Abstract

This study aims to clarify the role of the tourism sector due to its impact on economic development. The Arab Republic of Egypt has paid great attention to tourism, as it is considered one of the most important primary sources of state revenue and contributes approximately 10% of the gross domestic product (GDP). Hence, Egypt has heavily invested in the tourism industry both locally and through partnerships with foreign countries. This study defines tourism activity and its role in economic development, supported by statistics that highlight the tourism sector in Egypt and its contribution to economic growth.

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Published

2025-05-10

How to Cite

Djawad, K., Youcef, M., Youcef, H., Nassreddine, B., Ismail, S., & Mostefa, S. (2025). The tourism sector and its role in achieving economic development: The Arab Republic of Egypt as a model. International Journal of Economic Perspectives, 19(5), 2579–2587. Retrieved from http://ijeponline.org/index.php/journal/article/view/1101

Issue

Vol. 19 No. 5 (2025)

Section

Peer Review Articles
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