Government has been asked to develop and adopt policies to create an enabling environment to promote tourism in the country. These policies would allow the country to exercise greater control over the product and services offered on the international market. The Chief Executive Officer of Starline Travel and Tours and Training Institute, Nana Prempeh Anin-Bonsu was speaking at the inauguration of the Starline Travel Agency and Starline Training Institute in Kumasi.

Mr. Annin-Bonsu who is also the president of the United Nations World Tourism Organization said activities outlined for next year such as the hosting of the African Cup of Nations, the 12th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development and the Summit of the African, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States, are likely to draw thousands of visitors from around the world to the country.

He however, pledged the institutes commitment to provide quality training to suit the growing demands of the hospitality industry.

The Chief Director of the Ministry to Tourism and Diasporan Relation, Bridget Katsriku said tourism creates jobs and reduces poverty. She said in line with the preparations towards the Ghana 2008, the tourism sector has initiated a training programme for hoteliers, restaurants and traditional caterers to help upgrade their skills in service delivery.

Madam Katsriku called for collaboration among tourism practitioners to help them provide quality service to tourists.
The Juabehene, Nana Otuo Sereboe who deputized for the Asantehene commended the management of the Starline Travel Agency for opening a branch in Kumasi and hoped the staff will work hard to uplift the image of the tourism and hospitality industries.